Hybrid Senior Info Security Specialist bei Ameritas

Position Description: 

Join a team responsible for the delivery of cybersecurity and IT security.  Success in this role will require a passion for Cybersecurity.  Utilize your strong analytical, troubleshooting, and critical thinking skills to ensure the safety of information systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction.  Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning to maintain technical proficiency in Cybersecurity. 

Position Location:

• This is a hybrid role working partially in-office (Lincoln, NE) and partially from home. 

What you do:

• Monitor and respond to Cybersecurity systems alerts

• Assist with analysis and triage of Cybersecurity threats
• Categorize incidents and follow corresponding escalation procedures
• Document, communicate and report cyber security events
• Research threats, vulnerabilities, exploits, and other relevant threat information
• Participate in implementation of ongoing management of security programs and information security tools
• Assist with troubleshooting, upgrading, enhancing information security tools.

What you bring: 

• 1-2 years of experience related to Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and/or Risk Management required
• Degree in cybersecurity, information systems, computer science, or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Cyber Incident Responder experience desired
• Experience with scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) desired
• Understanding of Cyber Incident Response processes and concepts desired
• Previous experience with or understanding of common computing attack vectors and computer systems vulnerabilities desired
• Cybersecurity publications (e.g., NIST 800-53) familiarity desired
• Familiarity with Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks desired
• Understanding of Linux and Windows Operating Systems, Computer Networking, SIEM, SOAR, and EDR technologies desired

What we offer: 

A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture 

Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.

At Ameritas, you’ll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don’t: 

Ameritas Benefits

For your money: 

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance 
• Incentive Program Bonuses 
• Competitive Pay 

For your time: 

• Flexible Hybrid work
• Thrive Days - Personal time off
• Paid time off (PTO)

For your health and well-being: 

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Well-being programs with financial rewards
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

For your professional growth: 

• Professional development programs
• Leadership development programs
• Employee resource groups
• StrengthsFinder Program

      For your community:

• Matching donations program
• Paid volunteer time– 8 hours per month

For your family: 

• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Backup child, elder and pet care support

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.