Threat & Vulnerability Analyst

🕒 August 7

🦌 Connecticut, New Jersey, +2 more states – Remote

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💵 $97.8k - $133.5k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🔐 Security Analyst

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Horizon Connect @ Wall BCBSNJ

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2 - 10 employees

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Horizon Connect @ Wall BCBSNJ is a LinkedIn presence or local program/office associated with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (BCBSNJ). Based on the name and context, it appears to be connected to Horizon BCBSNJ’s health insurance operations and local outreach or member/provider engagement in the Wall, NJ area. Publicly available information provided is limited and mostly LinkedIn site chrome rather than a company profile, so this description is conservative and based on the affiliation indicated by the name.

📋 Description

• Develop and enhance vulnerability scanning strategies across Horizon’s enterprise environment. • Conduct internal and external vulnerability assessments and validate scan results. • Classify vulnerabilities based on severity, exploitability, and business risk. • Categorize and prioritize assets according to criticality and organizational impact. • Partner with EBTS teams to execute vulnerability remediation plans according to SLAs. • Track and report remediation activities to ensure timely resolution. • Analyze emerging cyber threats and assess impacts to Horizon’s technology environment. • Communicate risk exposure, remediation efforts, and security recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders. • Develop, maintain, and present vulnerability management metrics and executive reports. • Create and maintain vulnerability management and threat intelligence policies, standards, procedures, and documentation. • Ensure security controls, policies, and standards satisfy audit and regulatory requirements. • Assist in developing a threat hunting program, including threat scenarios, response playbooks, and use cases. • Investigate, validate, and resolve vulnerability findings, false positives, and remediation exceptions. • Support continuous improvement initiatives strengthening Horizon’s cybersecurity posture.

🎯 Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required. • Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred. • Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. • Minimum of five (5) years of Information Security experience required. • At least three (3) years of experience focused on vulnerability identification, assessment, and remediation. • Experience working within a large enterprise environment preferred. • Experience supporting security audits, regulatory compliance reviews, and risk management programs preferred. • One or more of the following certifications is required or strongly preferred: CISSP, GCTI, GIAC certifications, CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). • Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and methodologies, including Cyber Kill Chain, Defense-in-Depth, and related security models. • Comprehensive knowledge of vulnerability management and patch management processes and remediation approaches. • Deep understanding of IOCs, APTs, cybercrime techniques, and attacker TTPs. • Knowledge of Windows, Linux/Unix, and macOS. • Experience with vulnerability management platforms such as Nessus, Qualys, InsightVM (Nexpose), or similar solutions. • Knowledge of CIS benchmarks and Critical Security Controls. • Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and sources such as Recorded Future, ThreatConnect/ThreatStream, H-ISAC, NJCCIC, and similar resources. • Understanding of audit, regulatory, and compliance requirements related to cybersecurity programs. • Proven ability to prioritize vulnerabilities and systems based on risk, asset criticality, and business impact. • Experience utilizing CVSS scoring and risk-based vulnerability management methodologies. • Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting technical information to technical and non-technical audiences. • Experience creating executive-level dashboards, scorecards, and presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint, Visio, and Excel. • Experience developing and documenting security processes, standards, and procedures. • Ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and drive vulnerability remediation across multiple teams. • Experience negotiating remediation plans, exception requests, SLA extensions, and false-positive determinations. • Strong project management, organizational, and time-management skills. • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence. • Ability to work independently while maintaining effective stakeholder communication. • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build partnerships and influence outcomes across the organization.

🏖️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision) • Retirement Plans • Generous PTO • Incentive Plans • Wellness Programs • Paid Volunteer Time Off • Tuition Reimbursement

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