Cyber Security Analyst

About the role

The Cyber Security Analyst role at Regions is responsible for analyzing, identifying, and documenting cybersecurity information and risks. This role requires proactiveness and an understanding of or willingness to learn core technology and cybersecurity principles along with industry best practices to investigate, remediate and/or escalate for further evaluation.

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.
• Reviews and understands Policies, Standards, and Procedures for improved process flows.
• Supports 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.
• Supports and collaborates with various cybersecurity teams to document security posture and assess environment for relevant IOCs and gaps.
• Assists with analyzing software for violations in Regions Cyber Security standards as needed.
• Serves as an escalation point, mentor, and trainer for junior analysts.
• May participate in specials projects.
• Ensures compliance with risk management programs, rules and regulations, and cybersecurity practices; identifies opportunities for and supports process improvements; applies disciplined change management practices.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED and six (6) years of related post-secondary education and/or experience in Information Security or Information Technology.
• A minimum of two (2) relevant certifications in Information Security or the ability to obtain relevant certifications 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, CDSA, etc.
• Willingness and availability to work on a pre-determined shift and rotational on call.

Preferences

• One (1) Intermediate to Advanced Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Azure Architect/Administrator and/or Security specialty certification.
• Experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
• Experience performing security analysis using Security and Incident Event Management (SIEM) systems.
• 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.
• Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and industry guidance.
• Demonstrated strong organizational, research, analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate situations and respond appropriately.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• 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 understanding of information security principles, controls, and technologies.
• Strong investigative and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Strong learner with a curiosity and willingness to grow technical and professional skills.
• Self‑motivated and proactive (“driver” mindset).
• Clear and effective communicator, both written and verbal.
• Process‑oriented with attention to detail and consistency.
• Experience supporting GRC activities and documentation efforts.
• Prior experience working within Jira and other tracking tools to manage tasks and workflows.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing compliance and audit documentation.

Pay and Benefits

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. 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. Minimum Job Range Target: $70,302.65 USD Median $100,710.00 USD Incentive Pay Plans This job is not incentive eligible. Benefits Information Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions. Paid Vacation/Sick Time401K with Company MatchMedical, Dental and Vision BenefitsDisability BenefitsHealth Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountLife InsuranceParental LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramAssociate Volunteer Program Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser. https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits