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About the Role

This role is critical for performing intrusion scope and root cause analysis, assisting in containment and remediation actions, and serving as an escalation point for Cyber Fusion Center analysts. You will support Purple Team engagements as a subject matter expert, conduct proactive Threat Hunting exercises, and collaborate with other Security Operations teams to enhance Incident Response and program maturity. The position also involves conducting legal holds and forensic analysis, acting as a Subject Matter Expert in Incident Response, guiding teams through the lifecycle, and serving as the technical lead during engagements, including briefing the Cybersecurity Leadership team.

Responsibilities

Performs intrusion scope and root cause analysis
Assists in containment and remediation actions
Serves as an escalation point for Cyber Fusion Center analysts
Supports Purple Team engagements as a subject matter expert
Conducts proactive Threat Hunting exercises based on relevant threat intelligence
Works collaboratively with members from other Security Operations teams to drive Incident Response/Threat Hunting and overall program maturity
Conducts legal holds/forensic analysis across multiple operating systems as required
Serves as a Subject Matter Expert in Incident Response, guides technical and non-technical teams through the Incident Response lifecycle while driving containment, remediation, and lessons learned management
Serves as the technical lead during Incident Response engagements
Briefs Cybersecurity Leadership team throughout incidents

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science preferred
7+ years of technology, information security and/or application security experience
Expert in top security flaws and resolutions as listed by OWASP, SANS etc.
Strong experience with automation, automated runbooks, and ability to support the automation of high fidelity processes
Expert with SIEM, EDR, and other event correlation technologies
Experience with AI, generative and agentic, preferred
Strong experience across multiple Operating Systems
Knowledge of modern web and mobile applications frameworks and their security requirements
Knowledge of network architecture, protocols, and standards
Knowledge of Web Application Firewalls, SSL/TLS, Forward and reverse proxies
Knowledge of security considerations around virtualization and cloud applications
Experience with incident response, forensics and evidence preservation
Ability to communicate technical security requirements to technical and non-technical personnel
Ability to collaborate with technical and vendor personnel, cloud service providers
Available off-hours/on-call to handle occasional incidents and escalations
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position

Skills

Automation
Automated runbooks
SIEM
EDR
Event correlation technologies
AI
Generative AI
Agentic AI
Incident response
Forensics
Evidence preservation

Location

United States

Work Type

Hybrid
Full-time

Experience Level

7+ years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science preferred

Salary/Compensations

$165,000 to $185,000 per year

Benefits

Short-term incentives
Multiple health insurance options
Accident and life insurance
Access to best-in-class development platforms
Paid Time off
Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Global Adoption Assistance
4% Western Union Contribution to 401K

About the Company

Western Union is moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers. Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. Our goal is to help people prosper. Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. We are committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences.

Equal Opportunity

We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting on the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.
The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.