Caterpillar

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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

The SOC (Security Operations Center) is a critical component of CSIRT (Cyber Security Incident Response Team). Analysts on the SOC are responsible for the continuous monitoring and response to security alerts and events that occur within Caterpillar’s global network. This includes investigating Malware alerts, Phishing emails, anomalous activity, and anomalous network traffic. The SOC also takes necessary action to remediate these events.

What You Will Do:

• Monitor security information and event management (SIEM) systems for security alerts.
• Investigate alerts with various security tools.
• Analyze and triage security alerts, escalating as necessary.
• Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to contain and remediate threats.
• Monitor the Phishing inbox, investigate and respond to all reported emails.
• Inspect file attachments and links for potential malware.
• Investigate network alerts through the IDS tool.
• Ensure accurate case notes are recorded.
Document incident findings, actions taken, and lessons learned.

What You Have:

• 2-3 years of Cybersecurity experience.
• Advanced level experience within IT (Information Technology).
• Experience with SIEM solutions (splunk, logscale, etc...).
• Moderate proficiency in PowerShell, Python, SQL.
• Proven critical thinking skills and ability to solve problems.
• Proven ability to learn new tools, processes, and technical concepts quickly.
• Experience performing network investigation and packet analysis.
• Strong knowledge of Incident handling, MITRE att&ck framework, and Cyber - Security Kill Chain.
• Understanding of Windows Authentication protocols, Explicit Proxy, IDS, EDR, UEBA, and Sandboxing.
• Experience with Cybersecurity report writing.
• Experience with penetration testing or Bug Bounty programs.
• Certifications (CompTIA Security+ , GSEC, etc...) preferred.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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