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Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency:  English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

Responsible for developing and maintaining the technical IT / cyber security capabilities necessary for safeguarding the firm's information systems and applications, including every phase of the Technology Development Life Cycle (TDLC). Design, plan, test and implement phases of cybersecurity technology projects.

For this opportunity, Truist will not sponsor an applicant for work visa status or employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including, but not limited to H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, O-1, or future sponsorship for U.S. lawful permanent residence status.)

This position has the ability to be 100% telecommute.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.  Specific activities may change from time to time. 

1. Develop and maintain the technical IT/cyber capabilities including all phases of the Technology Development Life Cycle (TDLC.)

2. Provide technical leadership for the design, planning, enhancement, and validation of enterprise-wide detective security capabilities, with primary responsibility for Cisco Secure Network Analytics (formerly Stealthwatch). Engineer and optimize detection outcomes by establishing baselines, developing telemetry-driven analysis, and performing ongoing tuning to reduce noise and improve actionable fidelity. Partner with infrastructure, SOC, and architecture teams to execute roadmap initiatives, perform scale and performance assessments, and deliver capacity planning aligned to future-state growth, regulatory expectations, and new technology onboarding.

3. Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan the use of new information security technologies, or modifications to existing equipment and systems that will provide capability for proposed project or work load, efficient operation and effective use of allotted resources

4. Lead the implementation of new information security technologies or integration of existing technologies including initial configuration, installation, change management, and operational handoff

5. Use sophisticated analytical thought through models, testing, and experience to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions.

6. Responsible for technical support of information security technologies providing expert problem analysis and resolution in a timely manner  

7. Leads teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and complexity.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Bachelor’s degree and eight years of experience in systems engineering or administration or an equivalent combination of education and work experience

2. Deep specialized and/or broad functional knowledge in applied enterprise information security technologies including but not limited to firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, network operating systems, identity management, database activity monitoring, encryption, content filtering, and Mainframe security

3. Previous experience in leading complex IT projects

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree or MBA and ten years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

2. Banking or financial services experience.

3. Other security certifications (e.g. CCNA Security, GSEC, GCED, GPPA, etc.)

4. Other technical Certifications (e.g. CCNA, RHCE, MCSE, etc.)

5. Certification in Information Security Management (e.g. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)), or related security certification(s)

6. Expertise with security technologies such as Cisco Firepower FTD and ASA, Cloud Native technologies such as AWS GuardDuty, Network Security Policy Management technologies

Other Job Requirements / Working Conditions

Sitting

Constantly (More than 50% of the time)

Visual / Audio / Speaking

Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.

Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding

Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.

Availability

Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.

Travel

Minimal and up to 10%

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.

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