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Information Security Analyst

Veritex Community Bank
United States, Texas, Dallas
12750 Merit Drive (Show on map)
May 20, 2025
Job Summary:The Information Security Analyst is responsible for supporting the implementation and daily execution of the Bank's Information Security Program to mitigate risk across systems and business operations. This role offers broad exposure to information security risk management, cybersecurity operations, regulatory compliance activities, and the evaluation and documentation of technical and administrative security controls. The Information Security Analyst helps operationalize plans for identifying, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats in proportion to the Bank's size, complexity, and risk profile. Under the direction of the Senior Information Security Officer, the analyst works closely with department peers, Information Technology (IT), business stakeholders, and external partners to strengthen and continuously improve the Bank's overall security posture. Responsibilities and Duties: Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of the Bank's Information Security Program. Perform continuous monitoring, triage, and investigation of security events within the Bank's information environment; recommend improvements to enhance detection, response, and control effectiveness. Assist in managing cybersecurity incidents across all phases of the incident response lifecycle. Prepare clear, complete, and accurate information security deliverables for technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support security operations and drive initiatives that improve the Bank's overall security posture. Contribute to projects and programs aligned with the Bank's Information Security Strategy and Roadmap. Recommend, test, and evaluate processes and technologies to strengthen the Information Security Program. Support internal and external audits and examinations by collecting evidence and preparing the required documentation. Monitor cybersecurity news and participate in threat intelligence communities; escalate relevant findings, as appropriate. Engage in ongoing education, training, and professional development to build and maintain subject matter expertise. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Bank's security objectives. Understands the Bank's overall risk appetite and how the specific department and individual job responsibilities align with the effective management of Bank risk. Job Skills and Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security. Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience. Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), or equivalent. Strong understanding of core cybersecurity principles, including risk assessment, access control, event analysis, and data protection. Familiarity with security operations and the incident response lifecycle. Working knowledge of industry standards and frameworks such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams). Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of contributing effectively in a collaborative team environment. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Company Overview: Truth in Texas Banking. That's what we're about. Founded in 2010, we are one of the ten largest banks headquartered in the state of Texas. We became a publicly traded company in 2014 and in 2020 and 2021 we were listed on Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we've built a bank forever rooted in truth, transparency, and uncompromising integrity. We know our strongest asset is the passion, authenticity, and talent of our people. We focus on the growth and development of each team member to unlock potential to "Be Your True Self." Our "True You" culture is made up of five pillars: Be Mindful Be Healthy Be Better Be Prosperous Be Faithful With this as our foundation, we've built a bank of people who are transparent, tell the truth, and act with integrity. We unite together in common purpose - caring deeply for our clients and communities, communicating openly with each other, and treating everyone with respect. Visit our website at www.VeritexBank.com and come see how we're bringing truth and transparency to Texas banking. *Veritex Community Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.* Veritex Community Bank is under no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee in the absence of a current executed Recruitment Services Agreement. In the event a recruiter or agency submits an unsolicited resume or candidate without an agreement, Veritex reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of Veritex Community Bank. If your agency would like to be considered as a potential future recruiting partner, please leave your contact information at Recruiting@VeritexBank.com. Work environment and Physical demands: The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee may occasionally stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The work environment and physical demands are those of a standard office setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Disclaimer: This job description is not an inclusive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Incumbents will be required to follow any other job- related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Veritex Bank reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. Veritex Community Bank is an equal opportunity employer. Veritex Community Bank Corporate Human Resources, Dallas, Texas. We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. 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