HarbourVest Partners · 1 month ago
Security Analyst
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$78K/yr - $102K/yr
1+ years expHarbourVest Partners is a global firm with a collaborative and inclusive culture. They are seeking a self-motivated Security Analyst to monitor, analyze, and investigate potential security threats, contributing to threat assessments and enhancing security processes.
Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Provide effective, front-line support for monitoring, detecting, and responding to threats, anomalies, and deficiencies in the environment
Support the deployment of existing security controls and ensure they run efficiently and effectively
Contribute to metrics and reporting to track coverage and effectiveness of security processes
Automate repetitive tasks related to alert triage, incident response, and governance
Support the vulnerability and patch management program to reduce critical risks
Project assignments and other responsibilities as required
Qualification
Required
Experience leading security investigations, triaging security alerts, and documenting incident response activity
Good communication skills, particularly in relating technical concepts to a non-technical audience
Demonstrated experience with security tools: SIEM/Log Management, NIDS/NIPS, Application Control, EDR, CASB, PAM, CSPM
Experience securing both cloud and on-premises infrastructure
Experience with one or more general purpose programming/scripting languages (e.g. Python, PowerShell)
Knowledge of governance and audit frameworks (e.g. SOC2, ISO, NIST, etc)
Knowledge of network security principles including protocols, access controls, and segmentation
Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM) platforms
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Related Security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, CISM, GSEC, GPCS, etc.)
1-3 years of experience in Security, preferred
Benefits
Discretionary annual bonus
Long-term reward programs
Comprehensive total rewards package
Retirement
Health
Insurance
Paid time off
Wellness programs
Company
HarbourVest Partners
HarbourVest Partners is a private markets firm providing solutions to help clients invest in primary funds, real assets, and private credit.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tricia Mackechnie
Managing Director and Chief Technology Officer
Aliza Firestone-Goren
Senior Vice President
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