Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Yum! Brands
Job overview
The IT Security Analyst II at Yum! Brands is an early-career cybersecurity role focused on monitoring and responding to security incidents within the Security Operations Center to protect the company's global IT environment.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves monitoring alerts via SIEM platforms, triaging security events, documenting investigations, communicating findings, supporting threat intelligence analysis, tuning security rules, collaborating with security experts, and following established procedures.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $83,300 to $101,400 plus eligible bonuses, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, legal insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, volunteer days, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 0-2 years in cybersecurity, 2-3 years IT experience, foundational knowledge of network protocols and cybersecurity principles, familiarity with SIEM and ticketing systems, and preferred certifications like Security+, Network+, or CCNA.
Career development
The role offers opportunities to develop technical cybersecurity skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with exposure to evolving cyber threats and industry frameworks.
Work environment and culture
Yum! Brands emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment with a commitment to employee well-being and ethical hiring practices.
Company information
Yum! Brands is a global leader in the restaurant industry with over 59,000 restaurants worldwide under brands like KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger & Grill, recognized for sustainability and diversity leadership.
Application process
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected, with a minimum two-week posting period and warnings against fraudulent job postings.
Unique job features
The position includes occasional on-call duties and the chance to work with global brand security and IT teams in a dynamic environment.
Company overview
Yum! Brands is a global leader in the quick-service restaurant industry, operating renowned brands like KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and The Habit Burger Grill. They generate revenue through franchise fees, company-owned restaurant sales, and licensing agreements. Founded in 1997 as a spin-off from PepsiCo, Yum! Brands has a significant international presence with thousands of locations worldwide. The company emphasizes innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability in its operations, aiming to enhance customer experience and drive growth.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight foundational cybersecurity knowledge, familiarity with SIEM platforms like QRadar, and experience in incident detection and response within a SOC environment to align with Yum! Brands’ IT Security Analyst II role.
Emphasize your understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP), intrusion detection systems, incident ticketing workflows, and any relevant certifications such as Security+, Network+, or CCNA to match key qualifications.
Apply through multiple channels including Yum! Brands’ official corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach.
Connect with current employees in Yum! Brands’ Security or IT divisions on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent cybersecurity initiatives at Yum!, asking for advice on succeeding in their SOC team, or expressing enthusiasm for the company’s commitment to diversity and sustainability.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'SIEM,' 'incident detection,' 'cybersecurity principles,' 'ticketing system,' and 'threat intelligence' to ensure it passes automated screening effectively.
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