Cybersecurity Analyst

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Caterpillar’s Cybersecurity Team is seeking an IT Analyst to join our Caterpillar IT Cybersecurity Team. In this role you will have the opportunity to deploy, manage and support products and tools that protect Caterpillar resources from cybersecurity threats.  You will be part of a dynamic team, working and interacting with other groups such as Incident Response, Threat Intel, Hunt and SecOps.

What You Will Do:  

•    Support Caterpillar’s Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) (including Linux/Ubuntu server), Identity Management, Vulnerability Management / Attack Surface Visibility / Response Actions environments.
•    Promote automation for monitoring and remediation of client health issues, monitoring of EDR Infrastructure, vulnerability remediation, and aligning to Enterprise ITSM change and control procedures.
•    Be a liaison between Corporate Cybersecurity, and our business partners to help understand their operations and maintain global security processes, while building collaborative relationships, provides expertise, technical guidance, and security awareness as needed.
•    Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and SOC teams to implement detection logic and improve threat visibility.
•    Contribute to the development of automated detection and response capabilities.

What You Have: 

Cybersecurity Standards and Policies: 

Knowledge of developing cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures; ability to develop and communicate policies, standards and procedures that guide interactions with customers.

Endpoint Security: 
•    Knowledge of the tools and processes for maintaining endpoint security; ability to design and implement security programs to prevent data loss and access intrusion from external sources.
Strong experience in Enterprise Tool Support (AV, EDR, Vulnerability Scanner, SCCM, etc)
•    Familiarity with infrastructure and services used to support secure, scalable applications, whether on-premises or in hybrid/cloud environments.

Information Security Technologies: 
•    Knowledge of technologies and technology-based solutions dealing with information security issues; ability to protect information security across the organization using encryption technologies and appropriate security software.

Information Technology (IT) Security Policies: 
•    Knowledge of IT security policies, standards, and procedures; ability to utilize a variety of administrative skill sets and technical knowledge to ensure cyber security compliance.
•    Knowledge of techniques, roles, and responsibilities in providing technical or business guidance to clients, both internal and external; ability to apply consulting knowledge appropriately.
•    Knowledge of developing cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures; ability to develop and communicate policies, standards and procedures that guide interactions with customers.

Requirements Analysis: 
•    Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirement analysis; ability to elicit, analyze and record required business functionality and non-functionality requirements to ensure the success of a system or software development project.

System and Technology Integration: 
•    Knowledge of the features and facilities of systems; ability to integrate and communicate among applications, databases, and technology platforms. 
•    Experience with Host Group, Prevention Sensor, and Policy Configuration
•    Exposure to SQL, PowerShell or Python Scripting, Command Line Interfaces
•    OS Administration: Linux, Windows, MacOS (command line, services, data manipulation, installation, and system operation)
•    Experience with Windows/MacOS Frameworks 
•    Experience in MacOS security and compliance management, including continuous monitoring and automated remediation for endpoints
•    Remote Administration Tools
•    Installing/Removing/troubleshooting MSI packages

Technical Writing/Documentation: 
•    Knowledge of technical writing; ability to write technical documents such as manuals, reports, guidelines or documents on standards, processes, and applications.
•    Experience in maintaining system documentation in an enterprise tool (i.e. SharePoint, OneNote, etc) for group dissemination.
•    Strong communication skills, with the ability to document technical solutions and present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
•    Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, plain language appropriate to the audience.

Cyber Security: 
•    Knowledge of antivirus/malware attacks and the defenses used; ability to defend and prevent electronic threats, theft, and attacks.
•    Relevant cybersecurity certifications or training in Endpoint Detection and Response.
•    Experience in utilizing various commercial vulnerability notification tools to analyze vulnerabilities and devise solutions for remediation. 

Education / Experience: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Top Candidates will also have: 
•    Experience using and/or maintaining commercially available Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)/Extended Detection and Response (XDR) tools
•    Experience supporting Kernel level security solutions.
•    Cloud Services Knowledge / Experience
•    Help Desk/Break Fix/Desktop Support Experience
•    ServiceNow Experience
•    Proficiency in scripting or automation tools to support threat detection and analysis.
•    Passion for identifying and solving complex security issues.
•    Automation Solutioning & Experience
•    A strong curiosity about new attack vectors and remediations, always seeking to stay ahead of potential threats.
•    A goal-driven mindset, focused on achieving objectives and continuously improving security measures.
•    Technical Certifications: SANS, or ICS2 Certifications 
•    General understanding of business operations and IT/Technology processes
•    Willingness to adapt to new challenges and changes in the cybersecurity landscape
•    Enjoy working in a collaborative environment and collaborating with various stakeholders.
•    Ability to participate in 24x7 On-Call rotations.
•    The ideal candidate coaches others well and accepts feedback.
•    Team player – able to communicate, collaborate, and work effectively in a regionally distributed team.

Additional Info: 
•    The primary location for this position is Peoria, IL, Nashville, TN, or Irving, TX
•    Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. 
•    Sponsorship is not available.
•    Up to 5% travel is required.

What You Will Get:
•    Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
•    Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
•    All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

Final details:
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Summary Pay Range:

$79,800.00 - $119,760.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

September 24, 2025 - September 28, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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