Incident Response Analyst I

Avis Budget Group • Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

86d • $70,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we're moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards. We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Knowledge of fundamental cybersecurity concepts, including threat vectors, malware types, and common attack techniques (MITRE ATT&CK framework).
• Familiarity with endpoint detection and response (EDR), security information and event management (SIEM), anti-malware and vulnerability management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to CrowdStrike Falcon, Falcon Spotlight, or comparable EDR/SIEM platforms.
• Scripting/coding experience (Python strongly preferred).
• Internship, co-op, or project experience in cybersecurity operations, security monitoring, or incident response.
• Industry certifications (CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze alerts from CrowdStrike Falcon, Falcon Spotlight, NG-SIEM, and other enterprise security platforms.
• Work in coordination with CrowdStrike Overwatch Threat Hunters and escalations to the internal Cyber Security team.
• Perform initial triage of security events, escalating incidents to senior analysts as required.
• Assist with incident response activities including containment, eradication, and recovery under the guidance of senior team members.
• Support forensic investigations, evidence collection, and root cause analysis for security incidents.
• Collaborate with IT, Legal, and Compliance teams to ensure response activities meet PCI-DSS, SOX, and other regulatory requirements.
• Document incidents, findings, and lessons learned in accordance with established procedures.
• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation and respond to cyber security incidents as required.
• Continuously develop technical skills, including scripting and automation (Python preferred), to enhance detection and response capabilities.
• Contribute to the improvement of SOC playbooks, response processes, and threat intelligence integration.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan with company matched contributions
• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Legal, Identity Theft, Insurance, FSA, additional life insurance coverages
• Contribute up to $260 as a tax free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses
• Employee discounts, including discounted prices on purchase of Avis / Budget cars
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Rental and Leasing Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree