Experienced Senior Associate - Cybersecurity Analytics and Investigations

Evercore • New York, NY

357d • $110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Evercore's Cybersecurity team is seeking a driven Senior Associate to join its newly established Analytics and Investigations team. This role is focused on conducting in-depth investigations of potential security threats, data anomalies, and technology use behaviors that may create risk to the firm. The Senior Associate will be instrumental in identifying and investigating incidents, providing detailed analysis and insights. Their work will support critical decision-making by both security leadership and cross-functional teams such as Legal and Human Resources. A significant portion of the role involves operating and enhancing User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) tools to detect suspicious activities and provide actionable intelligence. In addition to investigation work, the successful candidate will also have the opportunity to contribute to Data Loss Prevention (DLP) efforts, Policy Design, and innovative cybersecurity initiatives securing emerging technologies, such as AI/LLM platforms. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality, diplomacy, and precision in managing sensitive information during investigations.

Requirements

• 5 to 7 years of experience in IT and/or Cybersecurity
• A career progression that demonstrates the ability to investigate Cybersecurity matters in the context of people, system data, and business context
• Strong skills in conducting cybersecurity investigations and working with Legal and HR teams
• Proficient in data analysis languages like Python, SQL, or KQL
• Experienced in using Excel, Power BI, and SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel) for reporting and analysis
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to clearly communicate complex findings to both technical and non-technical teams
• Capable of handling sensitive information with discretion
• Effective collaborator, able to work across teams

Nice To Haves

• Industry certifications (entry to mid-level) are a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations into security incidents and anomalies by analyzing large datasets, including user activity logs, metadata, and network traffic, to detect patterns, threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Utilize statistical and behavioral analysis to identify and escalate potential security risks, using data-driven insights to support investigative conclusions.
• Build and maintain monitoring reports, tools, and dashboards to support real-time and retrospective investigations.
• Collaborate closely with Legal and Human Resources teams to provide clear, detailed, and actionable investigation findings, ensuring data is presented accurately and effectively for decision-making.
• Support ongoing strategic cybersecurity projects, such as Data Loss Prevention (DLP), to enhance security monitoring and investigation capabilities.
• Play a key role in advancing the security of new and emerging technologies, such as AI/LLM platforms.
• Adhere to strict confidentiality protocols and exercise discretion when handling sensitive and classified information.

Benefits

• Remote work with occasional on-site days in Manhattan (a few days per quarter)
• Competitive salary range of $110,000-$150,000

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees