Senior Security Operations Analyst - Sydney, Australia

About Vanta

At Vanta, our mission is to help businesses earn and prove trust. We believe that security should be monitored and verified continuously, and we empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta has a kind and talented team, and while some have prior security experience, many have been successful at Vanta without it.

Role Overview

As a Senior Security Ops Analyst at Vanta, you will be responsible for helping us protect consumer data and Vanta—and continue to earn the trust of our customers. You’ll help configure, maintain, and monitor security tools and infrastructure, and partner with Security Engineers to implement preventative measures. You’ll be responsible for the triage, analysis, and investigation of security alerts, and escalate and support potential security incidents from detection to resolution. In addition, you’ll work cross-functionally to ensure our security and compliance requirements are reflected in our approach as we continue to mature our security operations program. Lastly, you’ll help ensure Vanta’ns have the information they need by partnering to respond to internal security-related questions and requests.

You’ll join Vanta’s Security organization, which provides essential security operational services, is directly involved in the software development process and building tools to make it easy for developers to ship products securely, sets policies and standards regarding enterprise-wide security requirements, and offers advisory services to enable our business to thrive while effectively managing risk. If you’re someone who has high initiative and enjoys problem solving while having impact at a high-growth company, we would love to hear from you!

A Day in the Life

Here’s what a typical day might look like for a Senior Security Operations Analyst at Vanta:

• Morning: Start your day by reviewing the overnight security alerts and triaging them based on severity and potential impact. You'll use tools like SIEM and EDR to investigate suspicious activity and identify potential security incidents. You will also monitor global threat intelligence feeds for emerging threats and assess their potential impact on Vanta's environment.
• Mid-day: Participate in a cross-functional meeting with the Engineering team to discuss security best practices for a new product feature. Provide guidance on secure coding principles and vulnerability mitigation strategies. Collaborate with Security Engineers to implement preventative measures and harden the infrastructure.
• Afternoon: Lead an incident response effort for a confirmed security breach. Coordinate with various teams, including Legal and Communications, to contain the incident, mitigate the damage, and restore normal operations. Conduct a thorough root cause analysis to identify the underlying vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions. You will also spend some time documenting new security processes and updating existing playbooks to reflect the latest threat landscape and incident response procedures.
• Evening: Respond to internal security-related questions and requests from Vanta'ns. Help educate employees on security awareness best practices and promote a culture of security across the organization.

Why Sydney?

Sydney is a vibrant and thriving city with a strong technology sector. Vanta's presence in Sydney allows us to tap into a diverse pool of talent and leverage the city's innovative ecosystem. Sydney offers a great quality of life, with beautiful beaches, world-class restaurants, and a rich cultural scene. Working in Sydney provides an opportunity to collaborate with a talented team in a dynamic and exciting environment.

Career Path

At Vanta, we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development. A Senior Security Operations Analyst can advance their career in several ways:

• Security Engineering: Transition into a Security Engineer role, focusing on building and maintaining security infrastructure and tools.
• Security Management: Move into a management position, leading a team of security analysts and overseeing the security operations program.
• Specialized Security Roles: Pursue specialized roles in areas such as incident response, threat intelligence, or vulnerability management.
• Architecture: Focus on developing security architectures for new product lines.

Salary & Benefits

Vanta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience. The salary range for this position is typically between $120,000 and $180,000 USD annually. In addition to salary, Vanta provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and stock options. We are committed to providing our employees with the resources and support they need to thrive both personally and professionally.

Our Security Culture

At Vanta, security is not just a department; it's a core value that is embedded in our culture. We believe that everyone at Vanta plays a role in ensuring the security of our systems and data. We foster a culture of security awareness, where employees are encouraged to report potential security issues and actively participate in security training programs. We empower our security team to implement proactive security measures and continuously improve our security posture. Vanta is an ideal workplace for security-minded individuals who are passionate about protecting data and building trust.

How to Apply

If you are a highly motivated and experienced security professional who is passionate about protecting data and building trust, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Security Operations Analyst position at Vanta. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. We carefully review all applications and will contact qualified candidates for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

FAQ

1. What is Vanta's approach to security operations? Vanta takes a proactive and risk-based approach to security operations, focusing on continuous monitoring, threat intelligence, and incident response.
2. What security tools and technologies does Vanta use? Vanta uses a variety of industry-leading security tools and technologies, including SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, and threat intelligence platforms.
3. What is Vanta's incident response process? Vanta has a well-defined incident response process that includes detection, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident analysis.
4. How does Vanta ensure the security of its cloud environment? Vanta implements a variety of security controls in its cloud environment, including access controls, encryption, and network segmentation.
5. How does Vanta protect customer data? Vanta implements a variety of security measures to protect customer data, including encryption, access controls, and data loss prevention.
6. What security certifications does Vanta hold? Vanta holds several security certifications, including SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001.
7. What is Vanta's security awareness training program? Vanta has a comprehensive security awareness training program that covers topics such as phishing, malware, and data security.
8. How does Vanta stay up-to-date on the latest security threats? Vanta subscribes to several threat intelligence feeds and actively monitors the security landscape for emerging threats.
9. What is Vanta's policy on remote work? Vanta supports remote work and provides employees with the tools and resources they need to work effectively from anywhere.
10. How does Vanta use AI in security operations? Vanta utilizes AI to enhance threat detection, automate incident response, and improve overall security posture. This includes AI-powered SIEM and EDR solutions, as well as AI-driven threat intelligence platforms.