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Information Security Analyst I (Amex ID: 24008566)
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ID: 24008566
Hybrid requirements: This role has flexible working patterns.
American Express is looking for a Security Incident Response Analyst to work in our Cyber Fusion Center. The team provides rapid investigation and response to cyber security incidents which impact American Express globally. Our Analysts are tenacious and inquisitive, with a problem-solving mindset. If you are interested in learning everything you can from experts in their fields, and are keen to share your own knowledge, this could be the role for you. You don’t need to have held an InfoSec role. You do need a strong and broad technical understanding of how computers and networks work, plus a flair for security. Read on to join our diverse and inclusive world-class team.
How will you make an impact in this role?
Use your knowledge of computers to conduct in-depth cyber investigations in response to security events
Use a multitude of tools to analyse a variety of network and host-based alerts, traffic and activity (e.g. antivirus, network intrusion detection systems etc.)
Perform root-cause analysis of security related events (i.e. attack vector)
Determine correct response activities for each security event
Document your investigations
Maintain awareness of real-world cyber security threats and support cyber intelligence capabilities
Identify trends in events and incidents and make recommendations to improve risk posture
Help ensure documentation is up to date to reflect current processes and procedures
Minimum Qualifications
Systems/network/development experience, you must have a deep understanding of how computers work and how computers communicate across networks
Information Security knowledge and passion
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail and observational skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritise work
Excellent written and oral communication skills including in high pressure situations
Ability to document and explain technical details in a concise and understandable manner
Thrives in a challenging environment
Ability to learn quickly, retain information and apply knowledge when and where relevant
Be committed to continuous learning and professional development
Desire to contribute to a high-profile team at the cutting edge of cyber security
Preferred Qualifications
CompTIA Security+, CySA+ or equivalent
Experience in programming and/or scripting languages, e.g Python
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Culture overview
Our culture is built on a 175-year history of
courageous leadership, innovation, and an
unwavering commitment to back our customers,
communities, and each other. With shared values
and leadership behaviors, we’ve continued to set
the standard for what it means to provide the best
experience every day with premium products and
services that help our customers achieve their
aspirations. As part of Team Amex, you’ll build
strong relationships and collaborate
with colleagues around the world in an
environment where everyone is respected and
valued, and where you can reach your potential.
Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work
makes an impact, and together, you will help us
define the future of American Express.
Employee benefits
Bonus Scheme
Childcare Vouchers
Cycle To Work
Flexible Hours
Flexible Working
Laptop
Life Insurance
Pension
Private Healthcare
Season Ticket Loan
Wellbeing Programme
Office vibe
City Centre
Hackathons
Open Plan
Social Events
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Leadership
Ravi Radhakrishnan
Chief Information Officer
Tech overview
Joining Amex Tech means discovering and shaping your contribution to something big. Here, you can work alongside talented tech teams and build a unique career with the Powerful Backing of American Express. With a range of opportunities to work with the latest technologies, and a commitment to back the broader engineering community through open source, our mission is to power your success. Because Amex Tech is powered by our technology, our culture, and our colleagues.
Make an Impact
Our tech teams power large scale platforms and products, enabling over 100 million global consumers and businesses.
Grow Your Career
Progress as either a people leader or technical expert, while increasing your domain expertise within a high-performing team.
Expand Your Skills
Use the latest languages, technologies, and delivery practices, and demonstrate your skills at internal hackathons, open-source days, and developer events.
Global Tech Career Pathways
Explore roles across 5x career pathways: Engineering & Architecture; Digital Product & Design; Service Delivery; Information Security; Product Delivery & Integration.
Find your place in Tech on #TeamAmex.
Meet our Tech Colleagues, leading through innovation.
Laurence - “What provides unparallel satisfaction in my role is having a meaningful contribution to combating cybercrime.”
Will - “Being able to move into different jobs around the company keeps things varied and exciting.”
Dev - “As a new colleague, I was astonished at how quickly I was able to acclimate… I’ve achieved a lot in my first year.”
Eve - “I thrive on building products and architecture-as-code that cement the data culture we have here.”
Meghan - “I’ve built well-rounded skills and have been able to identify the type of engineering that suits me most..”
Mohan - “Amex has a stellar technology organization; I get opportunities to gain exposure across various stacks.”
Learn more about Tech careers on #TeamAmex.
Engineering principles
Agile Process
Change Management
Code Reviews
Communication and collaboration
Continuous delivery
Continuous Development
Knowledge sharing
Mentoring
Monitoring and logging
Open source contributor
Pair programming
Scrum
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