Threat Hunter

This role could be done in a Hybrid or Remote setting from anywhere in USA

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.

This particular team is responsible for tactical cyber threat 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 hunting experience, technical capabilities, and strong communicator. They will be working collaboratively within multi-disciplines teams to research, analyze and create actionable plans to share with our internal and external stakeholders to protect our customers and employees.

• Tracks trends and bad actors in assumed breaches
• Performs security gap analysis and assessments
• Supports SOC operations
• Analyzes actor profiles, develops detections
• Develops tactical reporting and/or presentation decks for senior management
• Reviews and analyze network logs, performs scripting
• Gathers requirements and documents these requirements for use in various audits, reports, & projects.
• Identifies opportunities to strengthen the capability of the information security organization at BMO, such as: sharing expertise to promote technical development, mentoring employees, building communities of practice and networks across information security and technology.
• Analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Collects, organizes, analyzes and disseminates significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Develops and implements data collection systems and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and data quality.
• Identifies, analyzes, and interprets trends or patterns in complex data sets.
• Recommends approaches to streamline and integrate information security processes in the organization to improve overall efficiency.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
  

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems
• 3+ years experience in Threat Hunting or 5+ years in Cyber Security (with a high concentration of threat hunting)
• Data manipulation and analysis skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy - Expert.
• Familiar with DataIQ tool
• Excellent understanding of SDLC, Information Technology domain, SQL Server, API
• Proficient with scripting languages, particularly Python as well as proficiency with JSON, YAML
• Familiar with Machine Learning tools for pattern recognition and anomaly detection, developing heuristics.
• Very good understanding of collection tools (EDR, SIEM), Elastic Search
• Well versed with cyber frameworks (OSINT)
• Certified OSCP, OSCE is nice to have
• Experience in Financial Industry is nice to have
  
  

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 https://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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