Senior Associate Vulnerability Analyst ( Penetration Tester )

  • Discover Financial Services
  • Riverwoods, IL
  • time-alarm-solid 02-27-2024

Job Description

Discover Financial Services is seeking a talented Senior Associate Vulnerability Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in analyzing and assessing technologies while building expertise in compliance, vulnerability, and threats. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and want to make a difference in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Responsibilities

  • Perform penetration testing against internal company assets.
  • Analyze cyber defense procedures, evaluate compliance, and assess security issues.
  • Develop metrics and capabilities to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
  • Engage in risk remediation, automation initiatives, and provide security expertise.
  • Contribute to actionable intelligence and lead security discussions within the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Business, or related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related areas.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience in Web Application testing, network testing, and use of testing suites.
  • Scripting experience with Bash, PowerShell, and/or Python.
  • Strong documentation skills and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Industry certifications are desirable.

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career at Discover Financial Services. Join us in building a brighter financial future for millions of consumers.