Cyber Threat Analyst

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

The Cyber Threat Analyst supports the day-to-day analysis to identify, mitigate, and resolve cybersecurity events and incidents. Analyst monitors for threats against organizational infrastructure, investigates reported events, and produces detailed reports while following established processes and procedures in the form of playbooks, workbooks, training plans, knowledge base articles and other organizational documentation. Analyst works closely with the Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) and communicates information to end users, team members, and appropriate escalation tiers within the organization.

Prior SOC Analyst experience strongly desired.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily SOC operations and provides analysis to identify, mitigate, and resolve cybersecurity events and incidents in real time. Collaborates with team members and MSSP to complete investigations and escalate as needed.
• Communicates with end users and recommends and takes appropriate actions regarding suspicious emails reported to the CIRT for review. Participates as a technical resource in the eDiscovery and Legal Hold process by creating eDiscovery cases and applying litigation holds, collections, and exports as requested by the HR and Legal teams.
• Stays up to date on current trends and training while working with peers to test and identify cost-effective solutions to new and existing technical needs as they relate to the detection and response to Cybersecurity events and incidents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or Cybersecurity and 1-2 years. experience required in roles related to Information Technology, Information Security, or Cybersecurity (preferred). or
• High School diploma, or equivalent, and 3-5 years' experience experience required in Information Technology, Information Security, or Cybersecurity roles. Preferred certifications can be combined with years of experience to meet experience requirement.
  • Prior SOC Analyst experience desired 
  • CompTIA Security+ (Sec+) Preferred
  • OR CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+ (CySA+) Preferred
  • OR ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Preferred
  • OR GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) Preferred
  • OR Other GIAC Certifications Preferred

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $35.91/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is entirely remote or work-from-home. The person hired must live in the Kansas City metro area and may attend on-site meetings, as scheduled.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.