Associate Security Analyst

11 Minutes ago • 1 Years + • $60,000 PA - $90,000 PA

Cyber Security

Job Description

Mimecast is seeking an Associate Security Analyst to join its Security Operations team. This role involves maintaining and strengthening security across on-premises and cloud infrastructure through continuous monitoring and configuration of security systems. The analyst will identify, triage, and respond to security risks, collaborate on detection rules, research emerging threats, and provide security consulting to internal teams. A team-first mentality and adherence to privacy and security standards are essential.

Must Have:

Monitor, assess, and respond to output from several security tools
Collaborate with security engineers to define and build detection rules
Research emerging risks and threats to Mimecast environments
Provide security consulting on projects to internal Mimecast teams
Communicate regularly with Mimecast employees across the world
Escalate security events in cooperation with the incident response team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Drive to learn quickly with an emphasis on critical thinking
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing landscape
Understanding of security tools and technologies such as SIEM, EDR, and IDS
Understanding of IaaS platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP
Capability to report to our Minneapolis office on Wednesdays and Thursdays
Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
One or more years of experience in IT, security, or related field
Experience using endpoint- and network-based security tooling
Experience using automation tooling

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Associate Security Analyst

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Mimecast is seeking an Associate Security Analyst on our Security Operations team to help maintain and strengthen security across rapidly growing on-premises and cloud infrastructure. Through the continuous monitoring and configuration of security systems, this role will help identify, triage, and respond to security risks against Mimecast and its customers. This role requires a team-first mentality to help foster a collaborative and transparent culture where security remains top-of-mind.

What You'll Do:

Monitor, assess, and respond to output from several security tools
Collaborate with security engineers to define and build detection rules
Research emerging risks and threats to Mimecast environments, conducting analyses of threats when appropriate
Provide security consulting on projects to internal Mimecast teams
Communicate regularly with Mimecast employees across the world to verify activity and respond to security concerns
Escalate security events in cooperation with the incident response team

What You'll Bring:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Drive to learn quickly with an emphasis on critical thinking
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing landscape
Understanding of security tools and technologies such as SIEM, EDR, and IDS
Understanding of IaaS platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP
Capability to report to our Minneapolis office on Wednesdays and Thursdays for coordinated in-office workdays
Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
One of more years of experience in IT, security, or related field
Experience using endpoint- and network-based security tooling
Experience using automation tooling

This position entails strict adherence to all applicable privacy and security standards and regulations. Responsibilities include the protection of information, upholding confidentiality, and conducting all activities in alignment with Mimecast’s policies. Completion of relevant role-based security and privacy training is a requisite for this role.

The base salary range for this position is $60,000−$90,000 plus benefits. This range represents the minimum and maximum new hire compensation for this role. The position may also be eligible for incentive plans and additional benefits, in accordance with company policy and local regulations. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location with individual compensation also dependent on factors such as qualifications, experience, and skills. Final offers will reflect these considerations and may vary accordingly.

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Belonging at Mimecast

Cybersecurity is a community effort. That’s why we’re committed to building an inclusive, diverse community that celebrates and welcomes everyone – unless they’re a cybercriminal, of course.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and we’d encourage you to join us whatever your background. We particularly welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups.

We consider everyone equally: your race, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, marital status, nationality, or any other protected characteristic won’t affect your application.

If you require any adjustments or accommodations due to a disability, or any other reason that may help you in your interview process, please let us know by emailing careers@mimecast.com.

Due to certain obligations to our customers, an offer of employment will be subject to your successful completion of applicable background checks, conducted in accordance with local law.

About Us

We save companies the embarrassment of awkward data slip ups by disrupting cybercriminal activity. We think fast, go big and always demand more. We work hard, deliver – and repeat. We grow with meaningful determination. And put success well within our reach. We empower each other, live by our values, and always deliver on our purpose. We push each other to be better and expect to be pushed back. This is a community of respect. Where everyone is counted.