Senior Cyber Threat Researcher

Posted:
8/29/2024, 1:39:19 AM

Location(s):
Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Application Deadline:

09/29/2024

Address:

VIRTUAL(R)13 - HomeRes - IL

Job Family Group:

Technology

The Threat Intelligence & Analytics team is part of the BMO Financial Crimes Unit which (first founded in 2019) which brought together its Enterprise capabilities in Cybersecurity, Fraud and Physical Security into a fully integrated and centralized function.  As a member of our team, the successful candidate will have multiple career paths to follow as single contributors or within a management level. 

This particular team is responsible for tactical cyber analysis and partnerships with the Hunt team, SOC, detection team and other cyber stakeholders. A successful candidate will have a great mix of cyber security threat intelligence research experience, technical capabilities, and strong communicator.  They will be working collaboratively within multi-disciplines teams to research, analyze and create actionable intelligence to share with our internal and external stakeholders to protect our customers and employees.

KEY aspects of the role :

  • Performing tactical intelligence analysis using various security tools (i.e. SIEM , Splunk), and logs to make conclusions.
  • Reviewing TTP’s  and IOC’s
  • Identification of information to share with cyber stakeholders
  • Researching and collecting Threat Intel  from External and Internal data sources, and creating actionable intelligence. (i.e. Reports, Slides, Briefings, etc.)
  • Ability to discuss threat Intel and findings with our internal Cyber leaders and external peers in other banks
  • Formatting cyber intelligence for sharing which is putting cyber intelligence into useable formats (i.e. spreadsheet of indicators of compromise)
  • Advocating the sharing of intelligence for the betterment of the security of BMO and our partners

Qualifications:

  • Experienced Cyber Threat Intelligence Researcher with exceptional skills analyzing data based on research of security threats and vulnerabilities
  • At least 5 years of experience in Threat Research
  • Min of 3+ years experience scripting using Python for automation purposes
  •  Experience working with related teams (Hunt, SOC, InfoSec)
  • Tactical cyber analysis experience to support to cyber incident investigation and hunt);
  • Familiar with Qualys, Crowdstrike platforms
  • Understanding of the scope of complexity that exists in the computing environment and the ways which security platforms impact that environment.
  • Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.

Salary:

$120,000.00 - $222,600.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

We’re here to help

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact.  We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers.  We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at http://jobs.bmo.com/us/en

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. BMO is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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