Senior Associate, Cyber Operations

About the role

KPMG is seeking a Senior Associate, Cyber Operations to join our Enterprise Security Services organization. In this role, you will utilize your expertise in IT security, security operations, and incident response to build, operate, and enhance our extended security orchestration and automation (XSOAR) tool, ensuring swift and effective handling of incidents and ongoing protection of organizational assets.

Responsibilities

• Handle and coordinate tasks such as incident management, threat hunting, forensic analysis, and remediation efforts to mitigate threats.
• Conduct regular assessments to identify vulnerabilities and insecure configurations, and review security change requests to ensure robust protective measures.
• Configure and monitor security tools, including alerts, correlation rules, and reporting mechanisms.
• Implement automation and orchestration to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of security monitoring and response processes, aiming for a unified "single pane of glass" solution.
• Leverage intelligence to apply threat monitoring and vulnerability detection, evaluate and respond effectively to events, and develop risk severity level and mitigation approaches.
• Incorporate feedback and lessons learned into enhanced preventive and detective controls.
• Stay updated on the latest security practices and technologies, mentor the team through knowledge-sharing sessions, and build strong relationships with internal tech groups to ensure strategic alignment and foster collaboration.
• Develop work product(s) and support small projects, threat assessments, and incident investigations while managing deadlines, expectations, and contributing to staffing decisions.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of recent experience in cybersecurity operations with experience implementing processes and playbooks in cybersecurity monitoring and incident response activities using XSOAR products.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; minimum of a high school diploma or GED required.
• Relevant certifications include XSOAR Engineer, CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, GSEC, GCIH, GCFE, GCFA, SC-200, CEH, and AZ-900 (preferred).
• Experience with scripting or automation, and ServiceNow is a plus.
• Excellent verbal/written English communication, collaboration, analytical, and presentation skills to effectively communicate risk, technical information, and host meetings in a matrixed environment.
• Ability to participate in the development of resource plans and project estimation.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including:

• A variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, and 401(k) plans.
• A robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health.
• Personal Time Off per fiscal year, depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service.
• Two annual breaks where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off: one at year-end and another around the July 4th holiday.

Pay

California Salary Range: $90,400 - $168,200. Salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations.