Information Security Analyst II

Level 5 Individual Contributor

About Mimecast

Mimecast is a leading cybersecurity company protecting organizations people data and communications. Trusted by over 42000 customers worldwide its recognized as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Digital Communications Governance and Archiving.

Focusing on Human Risk Management Mimecast addresses the human factor in cybersecurity through advanced threat detection awareness training risk management and data governance. Its solutions ensure communication data is archived compliant and discoverable helping businesses reduce risks tied to human actions.

Mimecast is an AI-First engineering organization. Our teams actively leverage AI-powered development tools across all facets of engineering from code development to testing documentation and operations. Were looking for leaders who dont just use AI tools but champion their adoption and establish new ways of working. Our AI leadership extends beyond how we build to what we build. Our Mihra AI agent delivers 7x faster threat response for customers and were recognized as Agents of Change in Human Risk Management. Engineers here work at the intersection of cutting-edge AI tooling and AI-powered security products that protect organizations worldwide.

About the Position

The Security Analyst II position on the Security Operations team leads triage of security alerts optimizes log ingestion pipelines and provides general security guidance across the organization. This role is required to work different shifts on a rotational basis operating with a high degree of independence and contributing to projects that improve security posture.

• Independently monitor and triage security alerts escalating as appropriate
• Identify and implement improvements to reduce alert noise
• Assist with configuring security technologies such as SIEM EDR and IDS
• Provide security consulting and guidance to internal stakeholders
• Stay current on emerging security threats technologies and industry trends
  

• 5 years of experience in security operations or engineering
• Strong knowledge of security operations tools and cloud environments
• Experience managing security projects and implementing technical solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills across diverse security topics
• Experience with scripting and automation for security use cases
• In-depth understanding of network endpoint and cloud security concepts
  

• Bachelors degree in relevant discipline or equivalent experience
• Experience securing cloud environments (AWS Azure GCP) and hybrid infrastructures
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001 SOC 2 FedRAMP CMMC)
  

This position entails strict adherence to all applicable privacy and security standards and regulations. Responsibilities include the protection of information upholding confidentiality and conducting all activities in alignment with Mimecasts policies. Completion of relevant role-based security and privacy training is a requisite for this role.


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Belonging at Mimecast

Cybersecurity is a community effort. Thats why were committed to building an inclusive diverse community that celebrates and welcomes everyone unless theyre a cybercriminal of course.

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