• Monitor Information Security alerts using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) to triage, mitigate, and escalate issues as needed while capturing essential details and artifacts.
• Utilize sensor telemetry data and correlated logs to establish context of an alert and rule out false positives.
• Perform analysis of security alerts to evaluate true positive malicious risk to the business, determine containment action, and identify required preventative measures.
• Ensure proper documentation of security incidents including attack details within the incident management system.
• Interact and contribute to high-severity incident response efforts which involve multiple teams in order to reach containment. Primarily aiding in incident analysis and reporting.
• Provide feedback to peer teams within Cybersecurity to enhance security sensors and improve detection capability.
• Collaborate with operational support teams to ensure they are actively engaged in addressing potential security threats that can impact business.
• Contribute to projects that enhance the security posture of the enterprise.
• Operationalize actionable Threat Intelligence reports from internal and external sources.
• Identify trends, potential new technologies, and emerging threats which may impact the business.
• Respond to incoming reports of security incidents from the organization via calls and emails.

Basic Qualifications:

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• 2+ years of relevant work experience and a Bachelors degree, OR 5+ years of relevant work experience

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Preferred Qualifications:

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• 3 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or more than 2 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD)
• 3+ years of Security Operations Center (SOC) work experience with a Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years of related experience in Cybersecurity or computer network defense role.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related technical discipline or equivalent professional experience related to Cybersecurity, Incident Response or information security.
• Relevant security-related certifications a plus : CISSP, GCIH, GCIA, GCED, GCFA, CySA+.
• Proven subject matter ability in relevant areas, such as incident response, intrusion analysis, malware analysis, web application security or security engineering.
• Strong knowledge of malware families and network attack vectors.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP and internetworking technology including packet analysis, routing and network security defenses.
• Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows & Linux), network services and applications.
• Demonstrated experience in an enterprise-level incident response team or security operations center.
• Direct experience in handling cyber security incidents and associated incident response tools.
• Experience in operating and utilizing Security Information and Event Management tool.
• Strong working knowledge of common security tools such as SIEM, AV, WAF, IDS, Netflow, Packet Analyzer and Endpoint Detection & Response tools.
• Knowledge of web applications security vulnerabilities including cross-site scripting, cross-site request forgery, SQL injection, DoS attacks and API attacks.
• Good understanding of Web Application Security risks.
• Excellent understanding of DDoS techniques and mitigation mechanisms.
• Display great problem-solving skills, with tenacity and resilience to resolve issues.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with proven skill in presenting analytical data effectively to varied audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to influence and build credibility as a peer.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies and relate security best practices.

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

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Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

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Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

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Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

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Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

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U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 105,800.00 to 149,550.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.