Caterpillar Inc. · 1 day ago
Cybersecurity Analyst
East Peoria, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $120K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team dedicated to building a better world through technology and innovation. They are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join their SIEM team, where the role focuses on leveraging analytics and automation to protect the enterprise from cybersecurity threats while maintaining and optimizing the SIEM platform.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as the enterprise subject matter expert for SIEM tools within Caterpillar
Partner with internal teams to ensure the SIEM solution is optimized and functioning as intended
Monitor system health, capacity, and performance to proactively address issues
Configure new data inputs to expand data collection capabilities
Conduct log ingestion monitoring to ensure continuous ingestion of critical log sources
Perform updates and troubleshoot system issues
Collaborate with internal partners to implement new SIEM use cases and expand enterprise service offerings
Work with Cybersecurity leadership to maximize the value of SIEM-related investments
Partner with team members to strengthen Caterpillar’s security posture and enterprise-wide cyber awareness
Perform technology migrations across multiple data protection solutions
Maintain documentation of system configurations and changes
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools
Experience ingesting, aggregating, normalizing, and analyzing logs from diverse sources, including network, security, and cloud systems
Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, and Ansible to support automation, log parsing, and routine operational tasks
Strong understanding of REST and Graph APIs for integrating with various systems and log sources
Familiarity with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tools to automate data extraction, transformation, and preparation for analysis
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
Experience configuring and supporting enterprise SIEM solutions
Knowledge of basic Linux commands
Scripting experience with PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, or Graph API
Relevant technical certifications (e.g., SANS, ISC2)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
Leadership Team
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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