Senior IT Security Analyst

Do you take pride in protecting organizations from evolving cybersecurity threats and helping build a secure, compliant technology environment? Have you been searching for a great company that's family owned, recognizes your contributions, and offers a collaborative culture where your expertise truly makes a difference? A company whose purpose is to Improve the Lives of Families? Take a look at Equity Resources! Join a team that values security, innovation, and continuous improvement while helping protect the people, information, and technology that power our business.

Why you’ll love working here 

• This position follows a structured remote work schedule while supporting cybersecurity operations, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and helping protect the systems and data that power our business. Team members also have access to our corporate office located in Newark's historic downtown square.
• Choose from flexible hours ending at 5PM or 5:30PM, with on-call responsibilities as needed.
• Generous PTO, 10 paid holidays, plus a day off for your birthday!
• Full benefits package (including pet insurance!) first of the month after your first 30 days.
• 401(k) option with a generous company match —helping you grow your retirement savings faster.
• Earn extra cash through our referral programs, $500 for each borrower you refer, and up to $5,000 for referring an experienced Loan Officer.
• Join a stable, employee-focused company that’s been growing since 1993.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive information security experience.
• Prefer at least 4 years of experience in financial services, banking, or mortgage industry.
• Must possess at least two cybersecurity certifications, such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200).
• Demonstrated experience administering enterprise Microsoft security technologies, including Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, Microsoft Purview, and Microsoft Sentinel or equivalent SIEM platforms.
• Advanced hands-on proficiency with Microsoft 365 security administration, endpoint security, identity and access management, vulnerability management, incident response, and security monitoring.
• Familiarity with GLBA, FTC Safeguards Rule, FTC Red Flags Rule, Fannie Mae requirements, and security frameworks such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and CIS Controls preferred.
• Strong knowledge of network security principles, operating system security, cloud security, Zero Trust architecture, PowerShell, KQL, security automation, and vulnerability management practices.
• Experience conducting security investigations, incident response activities, vulnerability remediation, access reviews, and security control implementations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively during security incidents, and maintain a high degree of professionalism when handling confidential information.

 What your day will look like 

The Senior IT Security Analyst is responsible for the day-to-day administration, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Equity Resources' cybersecurity program. This role serves as the technical lead for security operations, Microsoft 365 security, identity and access management, data protection, AI governance, vulnerability management, incident response, and enterprise network security while partnering with business stakeholders to protect company and customer information. 

The following duties would be applicable:

• Security Operations and Incident Response 
• Network Security
• Microsoft 365 Security Administration
• Data Protection, AI Governance, and Microsoft Purview
• Identity and Access Management
• Vulnerability and Risk Management
• Compliance and Governance

About Us

Equity Resources, Inc. is a privately owned and operated mortgage company headquartered in Newark, Ohio. We are licensed in 22 states, including Washington D.C., and operate branch offices in many of those locations. Our vision and purpose at Equity Resources, Inc. is quite simply to Improve the Lives of Families. We pride ourselves in creating Raving Fans of our customers AND our employees. We are celebrating our 33rd year in business and are continuing to grow! Come join our team! 

Equity Resources offers a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); company-paid life insurance; and much more!

Equity Resources is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.