Cyber Defense Analyst

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Job Overview

The Cyber Defense Analyst is a technical cybersecurity expert with cyber operations skills to rapidly respond to the threat environment, make decisions, and take actions to protect our customers and production environment. Cyber Defense professionals work with technology areas to maintain an Information System ecosystem free from high-risk vulnerabilities and develop security services that are tailored for our businesses & clusters and protect our clients.

The scope of this position is within the Functions & Technology Business and it requires close interaction with Cyber Security Operations units (ex: Security Operations Center, Cyber Security Fusion Center, Cyber Intelligence Center and others), Information Security Organization (ex: Cyber Risk Analysts, Cyber Architecture Analysts and Information Security Officers) and other stakeholders including Application/Technology Managers, business Managers, Enterprise Resiliency teams, and others.

Responsibilities:

• Work with Businesses, Functions and Technology /Tech staff on the remediation of Vulnerabilities and un-secure configurations.
• Execute Pre-production Security assessments and proactive risk reduction initiatives.
• Work with Cyber Architects for design patterns for business-specific use cases.
• Work with Information Security Officers on the documentation of Issue and Corrective Action Plans.
• Support Security Operation Center and the Intelligence Center in the investigation of security Events.
• Support Cyber Security Fusion Center in identifying the business impact of Cyber events and drive business/tech related activities in Cyber incident response lifecycle.
• Support Cyber-Exercise Team in exercise planning, execution and Lessons Learned activities resolution.
• Perform root cause and trend analysis of security incidents.
• Drive Cyber awareness in business/tech and act as liaison between CFSC Client & Engagement (C&E) and business/tech in delivering client-centric products.
• Participate and support Client meetings, tours, and workshops.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of cybersecurity incidents, threats, and technologies.

Qualifications:

• 6-10 years of relevant experience as a Cyber Security professional or in a similar role.
• Additional technical certifications are preferred (ex: CISSP, CEH, GIAC, etc).
• Proficiency in using Cybersecurity tools and technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection and others.
• In-depth understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and guidelines, such as NIST, ISO 27001. OWASP, etc.
• Extensive knowledge of information security specifically in application SDLC as well as risk assessment methodologies, tools, and industry standards.
• Demonstrated ability to research and apply current information regarding the IS field.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.
• Proven influencing and relationship management skills.
• Proven analytical skills.

Critical Competencies:

• Ability to work at both a strategic and tactical level, focusing on the broader picture while driving execution.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, determine prioritization, and work under minimal supervision.
• Awareness of latest Information Security risks.
• Comfort working in a highly global, diverse, and hybrid (office and virtual) work environment.
• Project management skills, ability to organize and prioritize activities, and report on those activities at an executive level.
• Strong risk analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of business, regulatory, and compliance requirements in the financial services industry

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience.

What we can offer you:

By joining Citi Hungary, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive compensation package and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well:

• Cafeteria Program
• Home Office Allowance (for colleagues working in hybrid work models)
• Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave)
• Private Medical Care Program and onsite medical rooms at our offices
• Pension Plan Contribution to voluntary pension fund
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to a wide variety of learning and development programs, online course libraries and upskilling platforms, such as Udemy and Degreed
• Flexible work arrangements to support you in managing work - life balance
• Career progression opportunities across geographies and business lines
• Socially active employee communities with diverse networking opportunities

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day.  We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive. 

Sounds like Citi has everything you need?

Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Information Security

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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