Proactive Threat Operations Team Lead

Are you interested in playing a pivotal role in securing staff, information, and assets across global operations? This position involves strategic planning, risk assessment, intelligence analysis, and collaboration with various partners to mitigate cyber-related risks effectively!

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

The Proactive Threat Operations Team Lead develops, implements, and supervises comprehensive cyber threat intelligence, vulnerability analysis, and proactive threat hunting programs.

• Develop and Implement Cyber Threat Initiatives: Create and maintain cyber threat management policies and procedures aligned with industry standards. Validate and report on cybersecurity best practices are implemented across the organization. Integrate cyber threat initiatives and changes with corporate security departments and relevant units.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and provide guidance on potential cyber threats. Monitor global cyber events to adapt security strategies and provide timely alerts. Develop and implement response plans for cyber-related incidents.
• Intelligence Analysis: Gather, analyze, and interpret intelligence from multiple sources to identify potential threats. Produce detailed intelligence reports and threat assessments for decision-makers. Collaborate with intelligence analysts to support operational units and strategic planning.
• Vulnerability Management: Conduct thorough vulnerability assessments and prioritize findings based on risk and impact. Disseminate findings with internal teams to ensure timely remediation of identified vulnerabilities. Develop and maintain processes for effective vulnerability management.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with SOC, security managers, IT teams, and other collaborators to ensure a cohesive cyber threat strategy. Provide training and resources to employees on cyber threat intelligence and security practices. Serve as the primary point of contact for cyber-related emergencies, offering support and leading crisis management efforts.
• Policy and Strategy Development: Develop strategic policies and programs for cyber threat management aligned with Aon objectives. Contribute to use cases and requirements with security service providers and vendors.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement of cyber threat intelligence and security programs based on emerging threats and industry changes. Stay updated with the latest advancements in cyber threat activity, threat hunting, and intelligence analysis. Conduct regular assessments to identify areas for program enhancement.

• Proven experience in cyber threat intelligence, security operations, or threat hunting.
• Previous leadership experience in leading cybersecurity or intelligence teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Including data analysis and intelligence gathering tools.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work under pressure and handle emergencies effectively.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity guidelines and legal compliance.
• Relevant certifications in cybersecurity, threat intelligence, or threat hunting are advantageous.

EducationBachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Intelligence Studies, or related field. Master's degree preferred.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work, and we are all for it. Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email [email protected]

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $180,000 to $230,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon's annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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