Cybersecurity Analyst
Core
Monitor security alerts, investigate incidents, and support audits to protect financial services infrastructure.
Role type
Senior IC cybersecurity analyst
Builds
Security monitoring, incident response, and audit compliance for fintech lending operations (via careerplan.io/jobs/Symmetry-Lending-Cybersecurity-Analyst-cybersecurity-analyst-at-symmetry-lending)
Domain
Financial services / Cybersecurity
Required skills
SIEM analysis, incident investigation, forensic analysis, risk assessment, vulnerability management, audit support, compliance frameworks (NIST/ISO/CIS/FFIEC), security playbooks, user access reviews, patch management, endpoint security, cloud security, firewall/IDS/IPS configuration, DLP/WAF assessment, application security reviews, security reporting
Preferred skills
CISSP/CEH/CISA/Security+ certifications, Python/PowerShell/Bash scripting, Zero Trust Architecture, security automation, cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP)
Technologies
AWS Azure Bash Cloud Firewall GCP IAM Support PowerShell Python Security VPN WAF Network RBAC Web
Responsibilities
Monitor security alerts and logs through SIEM tools to identify and respond to threats. Investigate security incidents, perform forensic analysis, and escalate issues. Help develop and execute the Incident Response Plan. Analyze phishing attempts, malware activity, and unauthorized access events. Maintain and update security playbooks and standard operating procedures. Support internal and external IT audits by gathering evidence, logs, and documentation. Assist with User Access Reviews to reinforce least-privilege access. Partner with IT teams to document vulnerability management, patching, and security controls. Ensure alignment with frameworks such as NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, and FFIEC guidance. Provide auditors with details on log retention, incident handling, and monitoring processes. Support third-party vendor security reviews and due diligence assessments. Run vulnerability scans and work with IT teams to remediate findings. Perform risk assessments, identify security gaps, and recommend mitigation measures. Ensure patch management policies are followed and updates are implemented. Assist in managing endpoint security tools such as EDR, anti-malware, and application whitelisting. Conduct security assessments and recommend improvements to strengthen controls. Collaborate with IT teams on firewall settings, IDS/IPS rules, and VPN security configurations. Assess DLP, WAF, and EDR tools to improve overall security resilience. Support application security reviews, including secure coding practices and vulnerability scan analysis. Ensure security best practices are applied across cloud and on-premises environments. Work with IT and security teams to improve security controls and architecture. Prepare reports for leadership on incidents, audit results, and security trends. Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and financial industry security developments.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC