Cyber Defense Senior Analyst (Remote)

With a focus on Mobility, Operational Excellence, Value to our Customers and the Electrification of vehicles, you can expect to be part of something exciting. From the sleek design of our vehicles to the unique opportunities we offer around the globe, Nissan exemplifies ingenuity in everything we do. Our people are what drive the business forward.

We're currently looking for a Cyber Defense Senior Analyst (Remote) join our team in Franklin, TN.

This role will be responsible for Protecting and supporting the Nissan Americas Region by monitoring and responding to Security alerts, Cybersecurity threats, and vulnerabilities. This role is also expected to be a thought leader in new technologies, as well as improvement of workflows and processes related to a security operations center (SOC).

Job Purpose

The Information Security Cyber Defense Senior Analyst is a highly technical role in the security organization that plays a pivotal role in protecting the company's information assets globally. The mission of this role includes, but is not limited to, intrusion and malware analysis, incident handling and response, network security, logging and monitoring, network forensics, vulnerability management, threat detection and IOC development, developing incident reports, mentoring and training junior analysts, technical security research and dealing with external industry and technology partners to collaborate on intelligence and advanced SOC techniques and tactics.

Duties and Responsibilities

• MONITORING - Detect and respond to emerging threats such as APT and other forms of targeted attacks. Participate in threat hunting activities to proactively search for threats in the enterprise environment. Correlates actionable security events from various sources including Security Information Management System (SIEMS) data and develops unique correlation techniques. Develop indicators of compromise (IOCs) from detected threats.
• INCIDENT RESPONSE - Perform detailed forensic analysis of assets. Reconstruct events of a compromise by creating a timeline via correlation of forensic artifacts. Ensure that all forensic investigations are recorded and tracked to meet audit and legal requirements.
• MALWARE ANALYSIS AND REVERSE ENGINEERING - Perform static and dynamic analysis of malware using a variety of proprietary and open source applications and tools to determine malware functionality. Generation of indicators of compromise for use in detecting anomalous activities.
• SECURITY ASSESSMENT- Perform network penetration, web and mobile application testing, source code reviews, threat analysis, wireless network assessments, and social-engineering assessments. Recognize and safely utilize attacker tools, tactics, and procedures.
• VULNERABILITY MANAGEMENT - Provide vulnerability management services to other business units to maintain a safe computing environment. Services include identification, vulnerability scanning, reporting, and remediation.
• THREAT INTELLIGENCE - Provide situational awareness on the current threat landscape and the techniques, tactics and procedures associated with specific threats.
• MENTORING - Mentor and train more junior analysts in intrusion, cyber threat intelligence, and the Nissan Incident Response Processes and Procedures.
• REPORTING & COMMUNICATION - Develop reports and communicate Information Security team results with representatives of business units, technology specialists, and vendors.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors in a relevant field

Specialized Knowledge

• 7-10 Years IS/IT experience
• Information Security
• Network Forensics & Incident Response
• Network Security Principles & Techniques
• Threat Hunting
• Threat Intelligence
• Creation of Department Policies and Procedures
• Creating and Delivering Security Education
• Privacy
• Security Information and Event Management Systems (SIEM), as well as other logging and monitoring technologies
• Malware Analysis and Reverse Engineering
• Vulnerability Management

Skills

• Written Communication-write professionally and with correct grammar, expressing yourself in email, memos, and presentations.
• Public Speaking-know how to speak publically, enunciate your words, and concisely communicating your ideas and able to address subordinates, peers, and executives at the right level.
• Customer Service-able to build relationships with subordinates, peers, and executives throughout the organization. Ability to manage and meet expectations of subordinates, peers, and executives throughout the organization.
• Collaboration-Ability to work well with others, work collaboratively on projects and incorporate multiple points of views into projects and tasks.

Professional Certifications (Preferred)

• SANS (GREM, GCIA, GCIH, GPEN, GWAPT)
• EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE), GCFA, GCFE
• CISSP
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• Relevant Work Experience

Relevant Work Experience

• Enterprise level experience in Incident Analysis and Incident Response
• Incident Containment and Reporting

Welcome to an open lane of possibility. Drive your career forward and join the company leading the technology and business evolution of the automotive industry by applying today.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen for roles based in the United States and background screening for all positions.

All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance vehicles. It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility. **Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.**

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.

Franklin Tennessee United States of America