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Information Security Analyst Jobs in Sunnyvale, California, USA at Fortinet
Title: Information Security Analyst
Company: Fortinet
Location: Sunnyvale, California, USA
Type: Full Time
Category: IT/Tech, Security
Join Fortinet, a cybersecurity pioneer with over two decades of excellence, as we continue to shape the future of cybersecurity and redefine the intersection of networking and security. At Fortinet, our mission is to safeguard people, devices, and data everywhere. We are currently seeking a
dynamic
Information Security Analyst to contribute to the success of our rapidly growing business.
You would act as a Information Security Analyst for global Security Operations Center (SOC) team at our Sunnyvale HQ office. This highly technical role requires continuous security event monitoring, threat identification,
risk assessment
, incident response, and
collaboration
with regional leaders to advance Fortinet’s security posture and compliance. As part of a 24x7x365 “follow the sun” SOC model, this role involves working five days per week (40 hours), which may include weekend shifts as part of the standard workweek.
As an Information Security Analyst, your responsibilities will include:
Actively monitor and analyze security events, alerts, and logs using SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and related tools, investigating security incidents to mitigate potential risks.
Develop and refine SOC processes, playbooks, alerts, reports, and dashboards to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities.
Analyze security logs to identify anomalies and violations, taking appropriate action based on established procedures.
Provide guidance and support to system administrators, developers, and users on security controls, ensuring compliance with policies and effective control implementation.
Support and contribute to compliance with security standards, policies, guidelines, and procedures.
We are looking for:
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years in Information Technology, Information Security, or a SOC/NOC role. Prior experience in network or information systems administration is advantageous.
Technical
Skills:
Solid understanding of the threat landscape, attacker motivations (phishing, malware, APTs, DoS attacks), and defensive strategies.
Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Groovy, Perl, Ruby, Shell).Knowledgeable in key security technologies: SIEM, SOAR, EDR, /IPS, access control, vulnerability management, cloud security, and External Attack Surface Management.
Strong understanding of network protocols, DNS, and networking equipment (routers, VPNs, proxies, firewalls).
Soft Skills:
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal
communication skills
, with strong
attention to detail
.
Ability to engage effectively and collaborate across teams, demonstrating a
customer-focused
, approachable demeanor to support security awareness.
Proficiency in English; additional regional languages are a plus.
Educational & Certification Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
Certifications:
Preferred certifications include one or more of the following: CISSP, CCSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CCNA, GIAC GCFE, GCFA, GCIH.About Our Team:
Join our team
, known for its
collaborative
ethos, working seamlessly with global customers, internal engineering teams and product development groups. Our t…
