Cyber Security Data Analyst

Job Description The Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for analyzing, identifying, and documenting cybersecurity risks. This role will require a proactive individual with an understanding of core technology and cybersecurity principles along with industry best practices to investigate, remediate and/or elevate for further evaluation. Primary Responsibilities Analyze and respond to cyber threats within various security tools according to documented procedures. Collaborates with various stakeholders within Cyber Security/Technology departments and standard owners to properly document and communicate security risks. Proactively supports a feedback loop related to information and events in order to identify and support the remediation of improving precision and accuracy of analysis. Review and understand Policies, Standards, and Procedures for improved process flows. Performs threat hunting, participates in tabletop exercises, and assists in Incident Response on a rotational job‑duty basis as needed. Maintains meticulous records of all work performed, including root cause analysis, indicators of compromise, remediation steps, timeline of events, and impact assessment using clear and concise annotations as needed. Stays abreast of global cybersecurity threat trends. Supports and collaborates with various cybersecurity teams to document security posture and assess environment for relevant IOCs and gaps. Participates in and ensures proper documentation of various security assessments (i.e. Security Architecture Reviews, Red Team assessments, Purple Team engagements, and formal tabletop exercises) as needed. Analyzes software for violations in Regions Cyber Security standards as needed. Acts as a coach and mentor to junior analysts. May lead special projects. This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. Requirements High School Diploma or GED and (8) years of related post‑secondary education and/or experience in Information Security or Information Technology. Minimum of two (2) relevant certification in Information Security or the ability to obtain relevant certification within twelve months of start date in this position, such as CompTIA Network+/Security+/CySA+, EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Cisco CCNA/CCNA‑Security, GIAC GSEC, etc. Willingness and availability to work on a pre‑determined shift and rotational on‑call. Preferences Minimum of one (1) Intermediate to Advanced Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Azure Architect/Administrator and/or Security specialty certification. Advanced Incident Response, Cyber Leadership, Penetration Testing certification – GCIH, GSOM, GPEN, CISSP, CISM, OSCP. Prior working experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment. Prior experience developing use cases for a Security Operations Center (SOC) from threat hunting and threat detection engineering to investigation playbook and response procedure development. Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK Framework and Cyberattack Kill Chain and how these frameworks can be used to identify gaps as well as orient analysts in attack progression. Skills and Competencies Ability to be a self‑starter with initiative and drive for continuous improvement. Ability to be a team‑oriented individual who works well with others and places a premium on the group’s success. Advanced understanding of information security principles, controls, and technologies. Demonstrated strong organizational, research, analytical and problem‑solving skills to evaluate situations and respond appropriately. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Strong familiarity with concepts related to security disciplines such as malware analysis, computer forensics, cyber incident response, network intrusion detection, network traffic and packet analysis, penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, compliance, audit, or cyber threat intelligence. Strong investigative and problem‑solving skills. Preferred qualifications include demonstrated, hands‑on experience leveraging data analytics and visualization tools to support cybersecurity initiatives, including: SQL Snowflake Power BI Tableau This position is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future. Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week. The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in‑office expectations. Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense. The locations available for this role are Birmingham, AL, Atlanta, GA, Nashville, TN, or Charlotte, NC. Regions will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position at this time. Applicants for this position must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Position Type Full time Compensation Details Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point‑of‑market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job. The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position. Job Range Target Minimum: $95,304.55 USD Median: $125,970.00 USD Incentive Pay Plans This job is not incentive eligible. Benefits Information Paid Vacation/Sick Time 401K with Company Match Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Disability Benefits Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program Associate Volunteer Program To learn more about Regions’ benefits, visit Location Details Riverchase Operations Center Location: Hoover, Alabama Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr