Info Security Analyst Entry Level - Vulnerability Assessment

San Antonio, Texas


Employer: United Services Automobile Association
Industry: Information Security
Salary: $61110 - $116880 per year
Job type: Full-Time

Why USAA?
Let's do something that really matters.

At USAA, we have an important mission: facilitating the financial security of millions of U.S. military members and their families. Not all of our employees served in our nation's military, but we all share in the mission to give back to those who did. We're working as one to build a great experience and make a real impact for our members.

We believe in our core values of honesty, integrity, loyalty and service. They're what guides everything we do - from how we treat our members to how we treat each other. Come be a part of what makes us so special!

The Opportunity

Vulnerability Information Security Analyst Entry Level are on the cutting edge of assuring the security of USAA and its members. The candidate selected for this position will join an innovative team that conducts risk and vulnerability assessments across a USAA enterprise that spans the entire globe. They will provide support to information security personnel in the research and investigation new and emerging risks while also assessing those risks against production environments of more than 300,000 assets. This position sits on the frontline of the safety and security of USAA member data.

Within defined guidelines and framework investigates, analyzes, and responds to security anomalies and events (e.g. suspicious behavior, attacks, and security breaches) within USAA's environments using a variety of cyber defense tools to detect and respond to threats. Conducts vulnerability, security configuration, and/or penetration testing assessments of systems and networks. Identifies cyber threats, analyzes operational impacts, and communicates to appropriate collaborators. Stays ahead of with the latest information security threats, exploits, trends, and intelligence.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in San Antonio, TX. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you'll do:
  • Assists in monitoring internal and external networks, systems, and applications for security anomalies and events (e.g. suspicious behavior, attacks, and security breaches).
  • Responds to cyber incidents, performing routine analysis using security tools.
  • Assists in using the discoveries from the incident response process to make basic improvements to the existing detection capabilities.
  • Details findings to security alerts.
  • Works under supervision and with some assistance, resolves issues and navigates obstacles to deliver work product.
  • Ensures risks associated with business activities are optimally identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.


What you have:
  • Bachelor's degree: OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
  • Up to 2 years of related experience in Information Security, Cybersecurity and/or Information Technology with a security focus to include accountability for simple to moderately complex tasks and/or projects.
  • Foundational and conceptual knowledge of function/discipline and demonstrated application of knowledge, skills, and abilities towards work products.
  • Foundational level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends.


What sets you apart:
  • Experience or knowledge of vulnerability management


The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

What we offer:

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. The salary range for this position is: $61,110 - $116,880.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, please visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Created: 2024-04-12
Reference: R0093425
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: San Antonio
ZIP: 78112


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