About this role
Veterans Transition Program- Associate, Cyber Operations Engineer
We recognize that veterans bring a unique and valued perspective to BlackRock thanks to their extraordinary backgrounds and experiences. The Veterans Transition Program is designed to support veterans in making the transition from military life to the civilian workforce. The Program offers participants the opportunity to work at the world’s largest asset manager for six months. On completion of the Program, successful participants will be offered permanent employment at BlackRock.
Over the course of the Program, participants will:
- Join teams and have an immediate impact;
- Immerse themselves in the work of their teams;
- Gain an understanding of how BlackRock serves its clients;
- Be supported through training and mentorship;
- Get exposure to senior leaders;
- Participate in social and networking opportunities.
Program Structure:
The program begins with an orientation where you’ll learn about BlackRock’s principles, mission, purpose, and culture. You’ll learn about the asset management industry and get an in-depth look at how BlackRock serves its clients. Following orientation, you’ll join your team and gain insights into the day-to-day life of an Associate as you develop subject-matter expertise through on-the-job learning and our industry-leading technology, Aladdin.
Overview
Join our global team of cyber security experts, protecting our business and developing exciting capabilities on the frontline of cyber defense. Apply your passion and knowledge of cyber security to assist in the investigation of incidents. The Cyber Operations Analyst needs to demonstrate thoughtful knowledge of the evolving cyber threat landscape, BlackRock’s risks, controls and security thresholds and recognize the expertise and importance of differentiated roles within the SOC. More specifically, the Analyst will support the global Cyber Operations function and have following key responsibilities:
- Acts as an escalation point for regional information security incidents and support the response to incidents impacting the region and/or occurring during regional business hours.
- Performs daily review of reports and alerts to identify Information Security events for further investigation while escalating exceptional events as necessary.
- Act as a mentor for more junior team members.
- Performs investigation and escalation for complex or high severity security threats or incidents.
- Ensures that all identified events are promptly validated and thoroughly investigated.
- Collaborates with technical teams to identify, resolve, and mitigate events.
- Provides advice and guidance on the response action plans for information risk events and incidents based on incident type and severity.
- Assists with containment of threats and remediation of environment during or after an incident.
- Regularly develop new and interesting use cases for future SIEM logic.
- Participate in cyber threat hunts in support of the global cyber operations function.
- Assist with forensics investigations.
- Participate in the creation, modification and maintenance of all Cyber Monitoring policies and procedures.
- Keep abreast of cyber security trends and the emerging threat landscape in general and as it relates to BlackRock.
- Deliver timely and detailed documentation related to any incident including the findings, review and follow-up activities.
BlackRock is committed to building great Cyber Security careers for our people, and we are looking for an individual with a passion for cyber security defense to continue the growth of our exceptional team.
What the ideal candidate looks like:
- 4+ years of experience in security operations center, or similar security technical and operational role is preferred.
- University Degree. MBA, CISSP, CISM, GCHI, CEH, CCNA, or GIAC are preferred.
- Action-oriented attitude and willingness to roll up sleeves.
- Intermediate knowledge in system security architecture and security solutions – IDS, Splunk, data loss prevention, next generation anti-malware, etc.
- Intermediate knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, Network Layers, etc.).
- Intermediate knowledge of malware operation and indicators.
- Intermediate knowledge of current threat landscape (threat actors, APT, cyber-crime, etc.).
- Intermediate knowledge of security related technologies and their functions (IDS, IPS, FW, WAF, SIEM, DLP, Proxy, next gen anti-malware etc.).
- Intermediate knowledge of Windows and Unix or Linux.
- Intermediate knowledge of Firewall and Proxy technology.
- Intermediate knowledge of malware operation and indicators.
- Intermediate knowledge of penetration techniques.
- Advanced event analysis leveraging SIEM tools.
- Advanced incident investigation and response skill set.
- Advanced log parsing and analysis skill set.
- Advanced knowledge of ServiceNow a plus.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
Where will I be based?
This role will be based in our Wilmington Delaware Office
Program Eligibility:
- Minimum of 2 years of Active Uniformed service
- <5 years of civilian work experience
- Bachelor’s degree obtained pre- or post-military service
- Open to all U.S. Veterans, regardless of rank or branch of service
- Must be able to commence employment in October 2026
Application Deadline:
- July 24, 2026
Our benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
Guidance on AI use for candidates
At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.
BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.
BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email [email protected]. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.
BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.Skills Required
- Minimum of 2 years of active uniformed service
- Bachelor's degree
- Must be able to commence employment in October 2026
- Less than 5 years of civilian work experience
- 4+ years experience in a security operations center or similar security technical/operational role
- Intermediate knowledge of system security architecture and security solutions (IDS, SIEM, DLP, next-gen anti-malware, etc.)
- Advanced event analysis leveraging SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk)
- Advanced incident investigation and response skills
- Advanced log parsing and analysis
- Intermediate knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, network layers)
- Intermediate knowledge of malware operation and indicators
- Intermediate knowledge of Windows and Unix/Linux operating systems
- Intermediate knowledge of firewall and proxy technology
- Intermediate knowledge of penetration techniques
- Experience with threat hunting and forensics investigations
- Strong oral and written communication skills and attention to detail
- Action-oriented attitude / willingness to roll up sleeves
- Certifications (CISSP, CISM, GCHI, CEH, CCNA, GIAC) or MBA
- Experience with ServiceNow
BlackRock Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The package includes a 401(k)/Retirement Savings Plan with an employer match plus an additional company retirement contribution. Together with an employee stock purchase option, this positions retirement support as a notable strength for U.S. roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave and family‑building resources (adoption, fertility, nursing support) are emphasized, alongside child, special‑needs, and elder‑care resources. This breadth signals meaningful support across diverse family situations.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off (FTO) for eligible roles is promoted, with additional sick and bereavement leave. Time away is framed as enabling rest and recharge when needed.
BlackRock Insights
What We Do
As the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock partners with investors around the globe to help them (and those on whose behalf they invest) plan for life’s most important goals – like retirement, home ownership and their children’s education. Our clients range from governments, foundations and other large institutions to those investing on behalf of individuals, including firefighters, nurses, teachers and factory workers. BlackRock was founded with the idea of creating a better asset management firm — one that was purpose-driven, focused on clients and risk management, and propelled by data and technology. Our breakthrough Aladdin® platform is BlackRock’s technological backbone, helping investors see and manage their whole portfolios in one place – from constructing investments to monitoring risk and executing trades. Used by hundreds of external institutions around the world, Aladdin combines powerful analytics and a common language to help investment teams make faster, more informed decisions across public and private markets. It’s a key part of our business and one of the reasons we’re trusted to manage more assets than any other investment manager today. At BlackRock, we challenge conventions and raise the bar for what’s possible. We harness technology to unlock new solutions, simplify complexity, and deliver investment strategies that meet people where they are. Whether it’s retirement planning, wealth building or navigating market shifts, we’re here to help clients invest more easily, more affordably and with more choice as we chart a path toward financial well-being together. Learn more: Careers.BlackRock.com
Why Work With Us
Without our people, technology is irrelevant. When we combine the power of people with the power of technology, we amplify our ability to create better outcomes for our employees, clients, shareholders and society alike.
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