General Security Analyst

At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day.

Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.

Status

Exempt 

General Summary

Under the direction of Information Security Management, the General Security Analyst will report to the National Manager of Information Security and be a key member of the security team. 

The Analyst will assist with security administrative functions such as governance and risk management, budget management and security training.  This includes helping to update Information Security Policies, coordinating IT risk assessments, and participating in internal threat hunting activities.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1st Priority - 30%

Coordinates Kia’s internal threat hunting activities to ensure all individuals with access to Kia’s systems and data follow company policies. Leverages SIEM and data analytics to enhance data leakage detection and response capabilities. Conducts additional activities such as performing security reviews of departing employees and contractors. Conducts continuous monitoring and inspection for potential data leakage.

2nd Priority - 30%

Supports Kia America’s security education program.  Works with counterparts and HR on the content of the program and how it will be communicated. The program includes newsletters, multi-media training materials and presentations.

3rd Priority - 30%

Works with Information Security Management to administer the department budget including budget planning, budget forecasting, monthly accruals and budget reporting.  

4th Priority - 10%

Participates in information security consulting services to key stakeholders across all business departments. Respond to security KPI assessments by headquarters or external organizations, as well as to security certification audits.

Qualifications/Education

• Bachelor’s degree or comparative experience in IT
• Security certification a plus 
   

Job Requirement

Overall Related Experience:

• 3-5 years of work experience with good exposure to security practices and technologies

Directly Related Experience:

• Experience with SPLUNK security information and event management (SIEM) highly desirable
• Experience with privacy compliance and data governance is desirable
• Budget management or administration experience preferred.
• Must be proactive, self-motivated, and customer focused.
   

Specialized Skills and Knowledge Required

• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize work effectively across multiple tasks
• Excellent customer service skills and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Requires high-level organizational, planning, analytical, and technical skills
   

Competencies

• Care for People
• Chase Excellence Every Day
• Dare to Push Boundaries
• Empower People to Act
• Move Further Together

 

Pay Range

$67,927 - $91,147 

Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc.

 

Equal Employment Opportunities

KUS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical disability or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information or any ot