Security Analyst
About The Position
Rover is seeking an innovative Security Analyst to join its Information Security team. This role will focus on driving the company's vulnerability management program and day-to-day security operations. The analyst will be responsible for identifying and prioritizing risks across corporate SaaS systems and AWS-hosted cloud applications, and working towards their remediation. The position involves utilizing tools like Splunk for monitoring, detection, and investigation, with an emphasis on applying AI and automation to enhance efficiency and reduce manual tasks in security operations and vulnerability management. The analyst will collaborate with technical and non-technical professionals, stay updated on emerging security threats, standards, and technologies, and contribute to Rover's position as a leading platform for pet care services. This is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of two days per week in the Downtown Seattle Office, necessitating candidates to be based in the Greater Seattle Area or willing to relocate.
Requirements
- BS in computer science, information systems, information security, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
- 3+ years of experience in information security, security operations, or vulnerability management, ideally spanning cloud computing and web applications
- Demonstrated experience working with AWS or other cloud platform technologies
- Experience with Splunk or similar SIEM/log analysis tooling
- Strong communication skills with a proven track record of collaboration and teamwork
- Demonstrated understanding of and experience with security-related technologies, systems, and tools
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with Python, Django, SQL, JavaScript, or mobile application development
- Experience building Splunk searches, dashboards, or detections at scale
- Practical experience applying AI or automation tools to streamline security operations, vulnerability management, or reporting workflows
- Experience in threat modeling, vulnerability assessment, and scoring systems (e.g., CVSS)
- Practical experience with IAM role and policy development and efficacy evaluation
- Security certifications (CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISA, CGEIT, CRISC, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Own and mature Rover's vulnerability management program: identify, prioritize, track, and drive remediation of vulnerabilities across corporate SaaS systems and AWS-hosted cloud applications
- Support day-to-day security operations, including monitoring, triage, and investigation of security alerts and incidents
- Build and refine Splunk searches, dashboards, and alerts that improve the speed, accuracy, and efficiency of security monitoring and investigations
- Identify and implement opportunities to use AI and automation to increase the efficiency of security operations, vulnerability management, and compliance reporting
- Work cross-functionally to prepare documentation and evidence for audits and regulatory frameworks (SOX, PCI, GDPR, CCPA)
- Evaluate existing security plans, processes, and procedures, and propose enhancements
- Develop analyses and reports on historical and potential security incidents, including root cause and business impact
- Research emerging security trends and technologies to keep Rover's defenses current
- Make recommendations to managers and senior leaders on security improvements to better protect company systems
- Promote security awareness and best practices among Roverines to elevate company-wide security culture
Benefits
- Benefits to full-time employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
