Discover Financial Services

Incident & Threat Analyst ( Threat Intelligence )

Discover Financial Services

Riverwoods, IL 60015, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

Discover Financial Services is seeking an experienced and motivated Incident & Threat Analyst (Threat Intelligence) to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and responding to emerging cyber threats, as well as managing the security of our infrastructure. You will need excellent communication and problem-solving skills to develop and implement security strategies that protect the company’s data and systems.To be successful in this role, you should have a degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field. You should have at least three years of professional experience in a similar role, as well as a thorough understanding of cyber security principles and best practices. Additionally, you should have experience with incident response, threat intelligence, and incident management. Familiarity with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM systems is also required.At Discover Financial Services, we are committed to helping our customers and employees reach their potential. If you are passionate about protecting our data and systems, and have the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

  1. Monitor cyber threats and identify malicious activity
  2. Develop and implement security strategies to protect the company’s data and systems
  3. Analyze security incidents and develop incident response plans
  4. Collaborate with other teams to monitor and respond to cyber security threats
  5. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of cyber security trends and best practices
  6. Analyze security logs and data sources to identify suspicious activity
  7. Configure and maintain security systems such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM
  8. Work closely with other teams to ensure that security standards are met
  9. Prepare reports on security incidents and threats
  10. Research security solutions and recommend new products and services
Where is this job?
This job is located at Riverwoods, IL 60015, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Strong Analytical Skills

  • Excellent Problem-Solving Skills

  • Comprehensive Knowledge Of Cyber Threats

  • Technical Expertise In Security Technologies

  • Extensive Knowledge Of Security Protocols

  • Expertise In Incident Response Processes

  • Proficiency In Scripting Languages

  • Experience In Creating And Managing Threat Intelligence Reports

Required Skills
  • Data Analysis

  • Network Security

  • Scripting

  • Threat Analysis

  • Risk assessment

  • Incident response

  • SIEM

  • Threat hunting

  • Malware analysis

  • cyber forensics

  • Log analysis

  • Vulnerability Assessment

  • Security monitoring

  • Exploit Mitigation

  • Incident Escalation

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • creativity

  • self-motivation

  • Critical thinking

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

  • Problem-Solving

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Incident & Threat Analyst ( Threat Intelligence ) in Riverwoods, IL 60015, USA is between $60,000 and $90,000 per year. The salary range may also depend on experience, skills, and certifications.

Additional Information
Discover Financial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedNovember 7th, 2023
Apply BeforeJune 21st, 2025
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About Discover Financial Services

Discover Financial Services, Inc. is an American financial services company that owns and operates Discover Bank, which offers checking and savings accounts, personal loans, home equity loans, student loans and credit cards. It also owns and operates the Discover and Pulse networks, and owns Diners Club International.

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