Protective Life · 2 months ago
Cybersecurity Analyst – Infrastructure & Data Security
Birmingham, AL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$68K/yr - $90K/yr
3+ years expProtective is a company dedicated to helping protect customers against life's uncertainties. The Cybersecurity Analyst will support the Infrastructure Security program by managing data governance and compliance while participating in the SOC on-call rotation, collaborating with stakeholders to align with security policies.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Administer and optimize DLP solution for data governance, risk, and compliance
Participate in the Security Operations Center (SOC) on-call rotation, triaging and investigating security incidents using Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Splunk
Implement and manage security solutions across network, systems, and cloud environments, including endpoint security and hardening tools
Monitor and analyze data from various sources (network logs, user activity, access control, behavioral indicators) to identify and respond to threats
Report on coverage of security tool deployment and ensure gaps and risks are documented
Work with other security teams to ensure logging is in place, vulnerabilities are addressed, and training is provided
Implement security policies, standards, and procedures for infrastructure and data security, including hardening standards for IT deployments
Research and evaluate new security technologies and provide recommendations to leadership
Conduct regular audits and assessments to evaluate program effectiveness and escalate issues or risks as needed
Ensure cloud deployments are secure and compliant with infrastructure security standards
Qualification
Required
At least 3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on infrastructure and SOC operations
Experience with Microsoft Purview, Defender, Sentinel, and Splunk
Proficient in SIEM, UEBA, DLP, and EDR platforms
Hands-on experience with endpoint security and hardening frameworks (e.g., CIS Benchmarks)
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud security tools
Understanding of scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, Bash)
Strong knowledge of network, system, and cloud security concepts
Understands key business drivers and applies this understanding to daily work
Delivers high-quality work and positively influences team outcomes; adheres to guidelines and policies
Explains complex technical information in straightforward situations; collaborates effectively across teams
Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in cybersecurity, data governance, and SOC operations
Provides informal guidance to new team members and supports knowledge sharing
Solves problems in straightforward situations using technical experience, judgment, and precedents
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred
Preferable but not required: Security+, CISSP, CISM, AZ-900, SC-900
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
Mental health benefits
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Short-term disability
Cultural observance day
Contributions to healthcare accounts
Pension plan
401(k) plan with Company matching
ProHealth Rewards
Company
Protective Life
Protective is a holding company, whose subsidiaries provide financial services
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2014-06-04Acquired
2002-10-04IPO
Leadership Team
Richard Bielen
President and Chief Executive Officer
Paul Wells
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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2026-01-05
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