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Let\'s be unstoppable together!

Circana (formerly IRI and NPD) is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology, advanced analytics, cross-industry data, and deep expertise, we provide clarity that helps almost 7,000 of the world\'s leading brands and retailers take action and unlock business growth. We understand more about the complete consumer, the complete store, and the complete wallet so our clients can go beyond the data to apply insights, ignite innovation, meet consumer demand, and outpace the competition.

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We have a global commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we believe in the undeniable strength that diversity brings to our business, employees, clients, and communities (with us you can always bring your full self to work). Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Learn more at www.circana.com.

What will you be doing?

This role will be part of a highly energetic, experienced team of subject matter experts for various IT Security platforms and practices who work directly with IT and business teams to drive IT Security initiatives. You will play a critical role in maintaining a strong IT Security defensive posture, including Incident Response. You will be actively involved in the collection and analyzing of evidence as well as on-going initiatives and projects to bolster IT Security defenses. The idea candidate will have the ability to communicate both clearly and effectively with all levels of global colleagues across Circana. You will be a valued contributor to suggest, enhance and utilize IT Security solutions to ensure assets are properly safeguarded.

Job Responsibilities

• Active Participant in Incident Response situations
• Work with the Security Compliance, Risk, Audit and Governance Teams to ensure security, regulatory and compliance best practices are followed.
• Proactively utilize all IT Security tools to guard against, identify and remediate threats.
• Contribute to the on-going review and expansion of IT Security tools, policies, and processes
• Suggest, enhance and utilize IT Security solutions to ensure assets are properly safeguarded
• Proactively assess safeguards to identify potential risks and perform trend analysis
• Compile and validate statistical data to be used to determine the viability of implementing specific
• Ability to understand drivers and shifting priorities, regarding business and regulatory requirements
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to multi-task with attention to detail

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years experience in IT Systems or Network Engineering / Administration
• 3+ years of experience in an IT Security Administration or Engineering role, with expertise in:
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security architectures in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, or OCI. Experience across multiple cloud platforms is preferred but not required; proficiency in at least two is a strong advantage.
• Knowledgeable of the following information security disciplines: Data loss prevention (DLP , intrusion detection system (IDS) monitoring, security information and event management (SIEM), incident response, IT Security best practices, system hardening, vulnerability assessment, management and remediation, EDR, antivirus, firewalls, and techniques for analyzing TCP/IP network traffic and event logs
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills - Team player and Self Starter. Independent Thinker and Collaborator.

Circana Behaviors

As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:

Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions

Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action

Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices

Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers

Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement

Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect and integrity

Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great