IT Security Analyst II (Remote)

Job DescriptionAt Globe Life, we are committed to empowering our employees with the support and opportunities they need to succeed at every stage of their career. We take pride in fostering a caring and innovative culture that enables us to collectively grow and overcome challenges in a connected, collaborative, and mutually respectful environment that calls us to help Make Tomorrow Better. Role Overview:Could you be our next IT Security Analyst II? Globe Life is looking for an IT Security Analyst II to join the team!In this role, you will be responsible for safeguarding the organization's systems and data by detecting, analyzing, and responding to security threats in real-time. This role focuses on leveraging SIEM and EDR technologies to investigate suspicious activity, conduct proactive threat hunting, and support incident response efforts. The analyst plays a critical role in maintaining a strong security posture by identifying vulnerabilities, monitoring emerging threats, and collaborating with IT and business teams to implement effective security controls.This is a remote/work-from-home position. What You Will Do:• Monitor and analyze security alerts and events from SIEM, EDR, and other security platforms to identify and triage potential threats. • Conduct proactive threat hunting across endpoint, network, and cloud environments to detect signs of compromise or malicious activity. • Investigate security incidents, determine root cause, assess impact, and assist with containment and remediation. • Collaborate with IT, engineering, and business teams to validate findings and implement corrective actions.• Develop and fine-tune detection rules, threat indicators, and automated response workflows within SIEM and EDR platforms. • Maintain documentation for detection use cases, incident response procedures, and threat hunting playbooks. • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance monitoring capabilities, logging coverage, and alert fidelity. • Stay informed on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and relevant tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). • Provide coaching and mentoring to junior analysts to develop their technical and investigative skills.• Support broader security initiatives as needed, including red/purple team engagements, tabletop exercises, and post-incident reviews. What You Can Bring:• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, or Information Assurance, or equivalent work experience. • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in IT Security, Identity and Access Management, or related skills required. • Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, or equivalent. • CISSP, CRISC, CISA, or CISM certification (Strongly Preferred).• Familiarity with cloud security monitoring tools (e.g., AWS GuardDuty, CloudTrail, Azure Defender). • Experience with security automation or scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell). • Exposure to FAIR risk analysis or other quantitative/qualitative risk frameworks. • Prior experience in a SOC or threat detection environment. • Hands-on experience with SIEM (e.g., LogRhythm, Splunk, QRadar) and EDR platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne). • Proficiency in detecting and responding to security incidents, including log analysis, endpoint investigations, and network threat identification.• Strong understanding of cyber threat TTPs and familiarity with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK. • Experience in threat hunting across endpoint, cloud, or hybrid environments. • Knowledge of key information security domains: access control, vulnerability management, incident response, and business continuity. • Working knowledge of security and privacy regulations/frameworks such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and NYDFS. • Foundational understanding of ISO 27001/27002 and NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF); familiarity with NIST 800-30 and 800-39 is a plus.• Understanding of threat and vulnerability concepts, including CVEs, IOCs, IOAs, malware behavior, lateral movement, and persistence mechanisms. • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. • Collaborative mindset with experience working in cross-functional teams and mentoring junior staff. • Ability to be a proactive learner who stays current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity best practices.Applicable To All Employees of Globe Life Family of Companies:• Reliable and predictable attendance of your assigned shift. • Ability to work designated hours based on the position specifications. How Globe Life Will Support You:• Looking to continue your career in an environment that values your contribution and invests in your growth? We've curated a benefits package that helps to ensure that you don't just work, but thrive at Globe Life:• Competitive compensation designed to reflect your expertise and contribution.• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans because your well-being is fundamental to your performance. • Robust life insurance benefits and retirement plans, including company-matched 401 (k) and pension plan. • Paid holidays and time off to support a healthy work-life balance. • Parental leave to help our employees welcome their new additions. • Subsidized all-in-one subscriptions to support your fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, and sleep goals. • Company-paid counseling for assistance with mental health, stress management, and work-life balance.• Continued education reimbursement eligibility and company-paid FLMI and ICA courses to grow your career. • Discounted Texas Rangers tickets for a proud visit to Globe Life Field. Opportunity awaits! Invest in your professional legacy, realize your path, and see the direct impact you can make in a workplace that celebrates and harnesses your unique talents and perspectives to their fullest potential. At Globe Life, your voice matters. Apply tot his job