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Discover Financial Services

Cybersecurity Analyst (Application Security) – Secure Discover’s Digital Future

πŸ“ Location: Discover, 2500 Lake Cook Rd, Riverwoods, IL 60015
🏒 Company: Discover Financial Services
πŸ’Ό Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Cybersecurity

πŸ’°Salary: $91,000 – $153,400 per year + Competitive Incentives


About Discover

At Discover Financial Services, we create brighter financial futures by ensuring security across our digital banking and payments platforms. As a Cybersecurity Analyst (AppSec), you’ll play a vital role in safeguarding applications, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing security best practices. Join us to drive innovation in AppSec and DevSecOps while working with industry-leading experts.

βœ” Collaborate with cybersecurity and engineering teams
βœ” Execute advanced threat modeling and risk analysis
βœ” Support a secure software development lifecycle (SDLC)

Learn more: www.discover.com/careers


Job Overview

As a Cybersecurity Analyst (AppSec), you will be part of Discover’s Application Security team, working to identify and mitigate security risks in software applications and systems. You will engage with cross-functional teams to implement security solutions, perform risk assessments, and execute threat models to protect critical assets.

Key Responsibilities

βœ” Application Security & Threat Modeling:

  • Conduct threat modeling for applications, platforms, and systems.

  • Identify potential attacks and security gaps, proposing remediation strategies.

  • Participate in security design reviews for new applications.

βœ” Risk Management & Compliance:

  • Perform cybersecurity risk assessments using qualitative and quantitative methodologies.

  • Utilize ServiceNow and Cyber Risk System to process security exceptions.

  • Work with product owners to address security gaps and ensure compliance.

βœ” Collaboration & Security Enhancements:

  • Partner with developers, DevOps, and product teams to implement security best practices.

  • Deliver written and verbal reports on security findings and risk mitigation strategies.

  • Engage in continuous learning of modern cybersecurity threats and countermeasures.


Requirements

πŸ”Ή Minimum Requirements:
βœ” Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Business, or related field.
βœ” 4+ years of experience in Information Security, Risk Management, or Application Security.
βœ” Experience in threat modeling, security assessments, and risk analysis.

πŸ”Ή Preferred Qualifications:
βœ” 6+ years of experience (if no degree).
βœ” Hands-on knowledge of ThreatModeler, CISSP, or GIAC certifications.
βœ” Experience working with DevSecOps, cloud security, and compliance frameworks.


Salary & Benefits

πŸ’° $91,000 – $153,400 per year + Competitive Incentives
πŸ“ˆ 401(k) match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
πŸ₯ Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
πŸŽ“ Tuition Assistance & Professional Development
πŸ– Paid Parental Leave, PTO, & Flexible Work Options


How to Prepare Your CV for This Role

πŸ“Œ 1. Highlight Application Security Experience:

  • Example: “Led threat modeling sessions for enterprise applications, identifying high-risk vulnerabilities and implementing mitigation plans.”

πŸ“Œ 2. Showcase Risk Management & Compliance Expertise:

  • List experience with cybersecurity risk assessments, policy enforcement, and regulatory compliance (NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, etc.).

πŸ“Œ 3. Demonstrate Hands-on Technical Skills:

  • Example: “Utilized ServiceNow, Cyber Risk Systems, and ThreatModeler for vulnerability tracking and security exception management.”

πŸ“Œ 4. Use Keywords for ATS Optimization:

  • Include key terms like “application security,” “DevSecOps,” “threat modeling,” “risk management,” “penetration testing,” and “security compliance.”

πŸ“Œ 5. Keep Your CV Clear & Concise:

  • Use bullet points, quantifiable achievements, and a structured format to enhance readability.


Work Location & Requirements

πŸ“ This role is based at Discover’s Riverwoods, IL Headquarters (2500 Lake Cook Rd, Riverwoods, IL 60015).
🏒 Onsite position with occasional remote flexibility.
πŸ“… Application Deadline: March 26, 2025 – Apply Now!

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