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Threat and Incident Response Expert

Yesterday Flexible / Remote

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

Job Description
The Threat Assessment and Incident Response Expert leads the development and execution of cybersecurity threat assessments, penetration testing, and incident response plans and procedures for multiple areas; directs forensic and technical investigations, and advises governance, technical, and business leadership on results, vulnerabilities, and solutions to mitigate.

Key Responsibilities

Provides technical leadership and mentoring for less-experienced team members across multiple areas of expertise; may act as a subject matter expert for learning development

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Leads evaluations and investigations for multiple or larger cybersecurity incidents; directs processes for requesting, researching, and analyzing information, including systems and applications data and records, and surveillance and counter-intelligence results, to create summary investigative reports and recommendations for action for business, governance, and technical leadership

Leads research and analysis of potential and known threats and vulnerabilities across multiple areas and cybersecurity operational systems

Leads the development and execution of testing plans, and partners with cybersecurity development and operations to mitigate potential issues

Provides tactical leadership for the evaluation and development of incident response plans; directs and coordinates the execution of incident response plans to detect, alert, and contain intrusions and attacks, makes determination if any deviations from the plan are required, and informs and updates status to affected areas and senior leadership

Education

4 year Bachelors Degree (Preferred)

Experience

7 or more years of experience (Preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job does not have supervisory duties.

Education & Experience (in lieu)

* In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

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Skills
Cyber Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, IT Security Architecture, Penetration Testing, Technical Leadership

Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $112,000.00 - 196,750.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

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Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote
Job ID: allstate-148802065
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-27T18:58:11

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Short-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Health Reimbursement Account
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Financial Counseling
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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