Information Security Analyst

Nomura Holdings, inc. • Jacksonville, FL

50d • Onsite

About The Position

The Information Technology department at Nomura is at the forefront of innovation, driving technology solutions that empower our business and enhance client experiences. We leverage cutting-edge technologies to develop and maintain robust systems and infrastructure, ensuring the security, reliability, and efficiency of our operations. Join our team and be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment that embraces technological advancements to deliver value and drive our digital transformation journey.

We are seeking an experienced Information Security Associate to join our Security Operations team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events while ensuring the protection of our organization's information assets.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in Security Operations or related field
• Demonstrated experience in L2 security analysis and incident response
• Strong background in log analysis and SIEM technologies
• Strong understanding of security tools and SIEM platforms
• Experience with log analysis and correlation
• Knowledge of common attack vectors and threat detection
• Familiarity with incident response procedures
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Security certifications (e.g., Security+, SSCP, CEH)
• Experience with common security tools and technologies
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS)

Responsibilities

• Perform 24/7 monitoring of networks, systems, and security alerts
• Execute L2 analysis of security events and incidents
• Manage log collection, storage, and retention processes
• Conduct analysis and correlation of security data
• Handle escalations from L1 analysts
• Execute predefined incident response playbooks
• Perform threat detection and continuous security monitoring
• Create and manage security incident tickets
• Conduct first-level incident classification
• Manage and triage security alerts
• Escalate suspicious activities to L3 analysts when necessary
• Perform root cause analysis of security incidents
• Implement security improvements based on findings
• Create and update security playbooks
• Coordinate with cross-functional IT teams
• Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures
• Generate and maintain security metrics reports

Benefits

• sign-on bonus
• restricted stock units
• discretionary awards
• eligibility for commissions for applicable sales roles
• full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
• 401(k) eligibility
• various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed