Associate Cybersecurity Engineer

About Moody's

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The Opportunity: Associate Cybersecurity Engineer

The Associate Cybersecurity Engineer will be responsible for investigating and escalating alerts which require technical analysis, such as network intrusions and malware infections which have been identified by the Cybersecurity team.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely review of security events originating from any source, including managed security services, internal tools, and internal or external reporting.
• Investigate security alerts, using SIEM, SOAR and other technologies; collect evidence and work with teams to isolate and/or remediate as necessary.
• Communicate and escalate potential incidents to Incident Response team.
• Analyze, correlate and action on data from subscription and public cyber intelligence services, develop tactics to combat future threats.
• Keep abreast of current security threats, events, technologies, vendors and other aspects of the cyber threat landscape.
• Propose changes or enhancements to our security posture where appropriate.

Skills and Competencies

• At least 1 year of IT industry experience, preferably in a financial services organization.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+ or CEH are considered a plus.
• Strong interest in cyber security incident investigation and response processes.
• Technical, analytical mindset.
• Ability to work in a time-sensitive environment; must be detail oriented.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Fast learning skills.
• Ability to work in shifts (24/7).
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency.
• Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.

Education

BS or BA degree, preferably in technology.

About The Team

Moody’s Cybersecurity team is responsible for helping the organization balance risk by aligning policies and procedures with Moody’s business requirements. The team is responsible for the development, enforcement and monitoring of security controls, policies and procedures, and for the delivery of security services. Cybersecurity team sets strategic direction for security within the organization and aligns with stakeholders throughout the company.

Annual base salary gross: 34,100 EUR to 54,500 EUR. Applicable to Lithuania candidates: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moody’s salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies. The salary is one component of Moody’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards and benefits include the following: Medical, Personal Accident, Life Insurance and Time Off.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.

For more information on the Securities Trading Program, please refer to the STP Quick Reference guide on ComplianceNet

Please note: STP categories are assigned by the hiring teams and are subject to change over the course of an employee’s tenure with Moody’s.

Key skills/competency

• Cybersecurity Incident Response
• Security Event Analysis
• SIEM/SOAR Technologies
• Threat Intelligence
• Network Intrusion Detection
• Malware Analysis
• Risk Management
• Financial Services Security
• Communication Skills
• Analytical Mindset