Senior Cyber Security Analyst (Remote within WA, ID, OR)

Banner Bank•Idaho, WA

7d•Remote

About The Position

As our Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you’ll play a critical role in safeguarding our organization’s systems, data, and people. You’ll lead the design and delivery of security solutions across on-prem and Azure environments while guiding strategy, risk management, and response efforts. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Law, Computer Science, or a related field (Required)
6 or more years of experience working in the Information Technology industry (Required)
At least 3 years of experience in the banking or financial sector (Required)
At least 3 years of experience supporting Active Directory environments (Required)

Nice To Haves

Equivalent combination of education and experience that may be considered in lieu of a degree (Preferred)
Advanced expertise in enterprise security technologies including identity and access management, encryption, endpoint protection, and network security
Deep knowledge of security architecture and risk management frameworks across hybrid environments
Strong leadership skills and the ability to guide complex security initiatives and investigations
Experience in Azure cloud security, including networking, identity governance, and monitoring tools
Proven ability to conduct risk assessments, audits, and control validations aligned with regulatory standards like GLBA
Strong technical and analytical skills, including scripting, automation, and threat detection

Responsibilities

Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of enterprise security systems across on-prem and Azure environments
Drive strategic security initiatives and advise leadership on risks, threats, and security posture
Direct complex investigations and incident response efforts, serving as an escalation point for critical security events
Architect, deploy, and manage advanced security tools including Azure-native platforms such as Defender for Cloud and Sentinel
Monitor, detect, and respond to threats across network, endpoint, and cloud environments using automated and manual methods
Perform risk assessments, security testing, and control validations to ensure safeguards are effective and compliant
Partner with business and IT teams to implement secure solutions and enforce access controls and policies
Maintain thorough documentation, reporting, and threat intelligence to support audits, compliance, and continuous improvement