Cybersecurity Analyst

Kemper • Downers Grove, IL

2d • $61,900 - $102,900 • Hybrid

About The Position

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. Kemper’s Chief Information Security Office is looking for a highly motivated Cybersecurity Analyst to assist in the review and implementation of cybersecurity initiatives across a large and complex environment. This is a critical role in the Cybersecurity Operations Service group and provides support for defensive security operations. The Analyst will respond to cyber threats and assist Cybersecurity Operations with improving processes and technologies. This role reports directly to the Cybersecurity Operations Lead and will directly contribute to threat defense activities.

Requirements

• Certifications such as CySA+, GSEC, SSCP, etc.
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
• Knowledge of technologies such as networking including ports and protocols, operating systems and indicators of compromise, cloud infrastructure such as AWS, Azure, etc.
• Basic knowledge of identity and access methods and technologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively relate security-related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff.
• Bachelors degree in an IT or Security field preferred

Responsibilities

• Analyze and respond to cyber threats.
• Gain expertise in several cybersecurity technologies and defensive domains.
• Maintain partnerships with stakeholders and assist with end-to-end Incident Response remediation.
• Monitoring of technical security controls and detection technologies.
• Provide cybersecurity threat recommendations to stakeholders and decision makers.
• Leverage internal and external resources to research threats, vulnerabilities, and intelligence on various attackers and attack infrastructure.
• Be a responsive and helpful engagement point for technology teams during Incident Response activities.
• Assess internal and external networks to define and monitor Kemper’s attack surface.

Benefits

• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees