Junior Cyber Threat Analyst

Raymond James Financial, Inc.
St. Petersburg, FL, United States
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Software Documentation CompTIA Security+ Cyber Security Computer Engineering Microsoft Security Essentials Phishing Cyber Threat Analysis Information Technology Cybercrime

Job description

Technical

  • Serve as a junior Incident Handler, managing minor security incidents in accordance with the established Computer Security Incident Response process;
  • Review and investigate Cyber Threat Mailbox submissions through resolution, including confirmed phishing and other email-based threats;
  • Engage with associates who report potentially suspicious emails to gather additional details, provide guidance, and communicate investigation outcomes;
  • Analyze suspicious messages, links, attachments, sender information, and other available evidence to determine risk and appropriate next steps;
  • Document investigative actions, findings, and outcomes clearly and accurately within applicable case-management systems;
  • Escalate confirmed threats, complex investigations, and higher-risk incidents to senior CTC personnel in accordance with established procedures;
  • Collaborate with CTC team members and other stakeholders to support incident containment, remediation, and user education; and
  • Maintain knowledge of security principles, investigative procedures, and industry best practices while staying current on emerging threats and trends.

Non-Technical

  • Serve as a visible representative of the Cyber Threat Center (CTC), promoting its mission, capabilities, and value to internal and external audiences;
  • Plan, coordinate, and lead CTC tours for business leaders, associates, prospective partners, clients, schools, and community organizations;
  • Develop engaging presentations, demonstrations, talking points, and educational materials that make cybersecurity concepts accessible to varied audiences;
  • Partner with Recruiting and business leaders to showcase the CTC to prospective associates and financial advisors considering joining Raymond James;
  • Represent the CTC at recruiting events, career fairs, educational programs, community events, and outreach activities;
  • Build awareness across Raymond James through internal communications, success stories, awareness campaigns, and content highlighting the CTC’s business impact;
  • Coordinate with Corporate Communications, Marketing, Recruiting, Community Relations, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging;
  • Maintain tour schedules, presentation materials, visitor information, outreach calendars, and related program documentation;
  • Track participation, gather feedback, and evaluate the effectiveness of tours, presentations, and outreach programs;
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen relationships with business units, prospective partners, educational institutions, and the broader community while supporting other CTC initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

  • Cybersecurity fundamentals, common cyber threats, phishing techniques, social engineering, and basic incident response concepts;
  • Security incident handling processes, including identification, documentation, escalation, containment, and resolution;
  • Apply critical thinking and sound judgment to evaluate information, resolve issues, and make appropriate decisions;
  • Email threat analysis, suspicious-message indicators, and safe handling of potentially malicious links and attachments;
  • Effective written, verbal, and presentation techniques for communicating cybersecurity topics to technical and nontechnical audiences;
  • Public speaking, audience engagement, and professional facilitation of tours, presentations, educational programs, and outreach events;
  • Marketing, internal communications, recruiting support, and brand-consistent messaging principles;
  • Community and educational outreach practices, including engagement with students, schools, prospective associates, and business partners;
  • Project coordination, event planning, scheduling, stakeholder collaboration, documentation, and program-effectiveness measurement.

Ability to

  • Communicate cybersecurity concepts clearly;
  • Lead CTC tours and presentations;
  • Engage internal and external audiences;
  • Investigate and document minor security incidents; and
  • Collaborate effectively across teams.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

  • B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, or related degree;
  • A minimum of 1 years in Information Technology, including with at least 6 months of related experience in Information Security,
  • An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Licenses/Certifications

  • CompTIA Security+;
  • ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) accepted as an entry-level alternative;
  • GIAC GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) or Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) considered a plus;
  • Relevant cybersecurity certifications must be obtained within 12 months of hire if not held at the time of appointment.

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