Quest Diagnostics · 1 day ago
Lead Cyber Security Analyst
Secaucus, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expQuest Diagnostics is a key player in the healthcare industry, and they are seeking a Lead Cyber Security Analyst to join their Cyber Defense Operations and Engineering team. The role involves leading efforts in detecting security events, responding to incidents, ensuring compliance with policies, and interfacing with various teams across the company.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsInformation ServicesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Provide subject matter expertise (SME) for security solutions
Develop and document solution processes, procedures, and information workflows around security event management and cyber security operations
Monitoring and responding to security events that could impact the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of critical information security systems
Contributor to the IT Security Incident Response efforts across the organization
Provide training, mentoring, and coaching to the IT Security Team by understanding the core businesses and environment as well as the technology solutions supporting them
Implementation of security standards and security baseline
Analyze and recommend action on security related incidents
Track and maintain operational security metrics
Review and approve access requests
Participate in investigating possible security violations
Interface effectively in key relationships, including IT peers (e.g. IT Operations, Enterprise Architecture, etc.) internal business partners (e.g. Compliance/Privacy, Legal, Corporate Communications, etc.), key external clients (e.g. service providers, external partners, etc.) and other leaders and partners within IT and the broader enterprise
Apply a methodology to help identify key security events
Develop and publish key metrics for the team to illustrate value and accountability
Coordinate and present SOC briefings on a regular basis
Correlate threat intelligence with active attacks and vulnerabilities within the enterprise
Analyze security events collected by our LogRhythm Security Incident and Event Monitoring (SIEM), Splunk as well as other tools, and identify trends, attacks, and potential threats
Maintain a current knowledge of information security vulnerabilities, threats, and exploits
Provide Governance over Firewalls, Proxies, and Endpoint Security Solutions
Supervise Security Specialists in our Global Information Center (GIC)
Other duties, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
5+ years of Information Security or related technology experience
3+ years of SIEM Experience
3+ years with advanced knowledge of network protocols, routing and switching in complex environments
3+ years' experience with Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and Proxies
Host Intrusion Detection Service (HIDS)
Application Whitelisting/Blacklisting
Endpoint File System Encryption
Detection/monitoring/response (e.g. Threat Detection, Realtime vulnerability visibility)
An in-depth understanding of iOS, Android, Windows, MacOS and Unix internals
OS Security Hardening for iOS, Android, Windows, MacOS and Unix
Experience with using the command line interface (Unix, Linux, and Windows)
Experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment
Demonstrate proficiency in applying HIPAA/PCI security rules and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards
Requires understanding of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), encryption, network security controls tools and functionalities
Excellent written and verbal communications, including presentation skills, are important to be successful in this role
Proven ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, as well as with external parties
Demonstrated ability to influence a larger team to perform towards the same goal
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Highly analytical and methodical, with strong problem-solving ability on complex subjects
Highly productive and resourceful, carries “Can do” attitude in approaching challenges, and a true self-starter
Demonstrated understanding of, and experience with, current Incident Response best practices and standards
Critical thinking and contextual analysis abilities
Inherent passion for information security and service excellence
Ability to communicate professionally and efficiently both verbally and in writing
Deep knowledge of security issues, techniques, and implications across multiple technology platforms
Ability to demonstrate a clear understanding, at an enterprise level, of application, network, infrastructure, and data security architecture
Excellent analytical skills, able to manage multiple projects under strict timelines, work well in a demanding dynamic environment, and meet overall objectives
Ability to work under pressure, and manage competing priorities
Ability to establish effective working relationships with associates, counterparts and external customers
Preferred
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent GIAC Certificates are a plus
Next Generation endpoint protection technology is a plus (CrowdStrike and Cylance)
Benefits
Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
HealthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 'MyDay' off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities
And so much more!
Company
Quest Diagnostics
Quest Diagnostics is a clinical laboratory that offers diagnostic testing, services, and information.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.6B2024-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.85B
2023-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $750M
1996-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Davis
Chief Executive Officer and President
Cecilia McKenney
SVP & Chief Human Resources Officer
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