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Technology Analyst - Information Security (Hybrid - 3 Days in Office)

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Freddie Mac

Freddie Mac

Technology Analyst - Information Security (Hybrid - 3 Days in Office)

Mclean, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    At Freddie Mac, you will do important work to build a better housing finance system and you'll be part of a team helping to make homeownership and rental housing more accessible and affordable across the nation.

    Position Overview

    Want to be part of technology that matters? Begin your technology career today by joining the Freddie Mac Enterprise Operations and Technology (EO+T) team through our College Hire program. The EO+T division is seeking individuals with an interest in technology and operational resilience to be part of our innovative organization. The work we do ranges from technology infrastructure, development, applications and data to security and risk reduction. Be a part of the team that propels our mission of making home possible forward through technology and operational excellence. This 12-month cohort program designed for recent Computer Science/Cyber/Information Security or related technology grads will springboard you into a fulltime career with an industry leader building the future of technology for the housing/finance industry!

    Our Impact

    The Enterprise Operations and Technology (EO+T) Division helps enable and transform Freddie Mac's business. We provide systems and technology that benefit the enterprise, customers, employees and our business partners. Our technology enhances the services we offer to our customers, and improves Freddie Mac's productivity, performance and security through use of innovative technology.

    Your Impact

    What you'll be doing -

    Information Security

    • Develop new use cases to detect, report, log, track, and raise security events

    • Coordinate activities for monitoring, triage, and escalation of security events affecting the company's information assets

    • Analyze and research known indicators of compromise (IOCs), correlate events, identify malicious activity, and take appropriate steps

    • Identify new and emerging threats, then build and implement required action plans

    • Manage security events identified from enterprise SIEM tool, Threat Intelligence, End-user notifications, etc. to determine security risk and respond following standard operating procedures

    • Develop Security Operations playbooks to ensure threat detection, monitoring, response and forensics activities align with best practices, and provide comprehensive mitigation of threats

    • Understanding of industry frameworks and pattern development

    Participation in the program will support your continued professional development through access to targeted training courses and learning opportunities, as well as exposure to senior management. You will gain knowledge of technology for the financial industry all while enhancing your own competencies, by:

    • Expanding your leadership, business and analytical skills

    • Refining your personal brand and growing your internal network

    • Obtaining support and guidance from dedicated managers, experienced analysts and knowledgeable mentors

    • Deepening technological knowledge while learning about Freddie Mac's key role in the mortgage market

    • Participating in organized community service events to complement your professional development with personal growth

    • Being eligible to be sponsored to earn key technical certifications

    Qualifications

    • Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Cyber, Information Technology orrelated area, relevant experience and coursework

    • Knowledge of SIEM (such as Splunk) for development of search queries and correlation rules, plus experience investigating issues on Windows and Unix

    • Experience with popular business tools (Windows, Microsoft Office, Visio, SharePoint, etc.)

    • Graduation no more than 18 months prior toJanuary or June 2024 start date

    • Knowledge ofAgile software development project methodologies preferred

    • Demonstrated analytical ability and problem-solving skills

    • Excellent verbal and written communication

    • Organized, ability to meet deadlines, work independently, manage multiple priorities

    • Not quite sure you're a fit? Go ahead and apply! Freddie Mac's EO+T division looks for a wide range of skills and perspectives.

    Keys to Success in this Role

    • Ability to work effectively and productively in a team or independently

    • Technology-first mindset, outstanding analytical skillsand drive for innovation

    • Willingness to try new things, fail fast and learn fast

    Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.

    Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you'll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.

    We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with differing abilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

    Notice to External Search Firms: Freddie Mac partners with BountyJobs for contingency search business through outside firms. Resumes received outside the BountyJobs system will be considered unsolicited and Freddie Mac will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. If interested in learning more, please visit www.BountyJobs.com and register with our referral code: MAC.

    Time-type:Full time

    FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

    Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

    This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $62,000 - $92,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

  • Industry
    Financial Services
  • About Us

    We are both leaders and collaborators, continuously building skills and pursuing innovative solutions. Above all, we are passionate about our mission of Making Home Possible. Join our inclusive and diverse culture, which is what drives our success and makes us a stronger company.