Security Analyst

At Jack Link’s, we feed the journey. We take pride in rolling up our sleeves and getting things done together. Fueled by creativity, passion, and a commitment to doing things the right way, we tackle the hard stuff first and focus on real progress, bold moves, and no excuses. We create opportunities, celebrate wins, own our misses, and push forward as a team, knowing our strength comes from supporting one another and having fun along the way. We cultivate a workplace where passion meets purpose and our Team Members are inspired, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions.

If you’re ready to make a difference and build something meaningful, we want you!

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Headquartered in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s is strategically positioned with production, distribution, and support centers in key locations throughout North America, Brazil, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. This global network allows Jack Link's to deliver a wide variety of high-quality, great tasting protein snacks to consumers around the world. The company’s portfolio of brands includes Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Wild River®, Golden Island®, Country Fresh Meats®, BiFi®, Peperami® , Mariani and Local Legends Meat Snacks.

This position is required to be onsite in Minneapolis, MN, following a hybrid schedule of four days onsite and one day remote per week. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate at their own expense, as relocation assistance is not provided.

We are seeking an experienced and technical Security Analyst to join our Global IT team at Jack Link’s. As a Security Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting and leading security initiatives across various IT business areas including identity, network, and infrastructure. This role requires core knowledge of cybersecurity protocols, risk management procedures, and best practices to safeguard our data. This position will work closely with members of the Information Technology team with a focus on security hardening and incident response to ensure our continued alignment with business objectives. The Security Analyst should also be capable of effectively communicating security goals to a multi-disciplinary group of Team Members on both a domestic and international scale.

The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following :

Lead alert triaging and incident response procedures for our Global IT environment for cloud and on-premise systems.

Administer identity and access management processes, including user account provisioning, access modifications, and related administrative functions to ensure secure and compliant system access.

Conduct vulnerability and risk assessments; develop and implement mitigation strategies.

Maintain and improve IT security baselines across network, infrastructure, and identity systems.

Collaborate with MDR and SIEM partners to manage and resolve security incidents.

Automate and standardize security processes to ensure consistency and compliance.

Implement and align security controls with regulatory frameworks (e.g., SOC2, ISO 27001, GDPR).

Support security architecture and design for global IT systems and integrations.

Assist with physical security systems including badge access and CCTV.

Develop and maintain security documentation, policies, and procedures.

Design and implement actionable security metrics to evaluate and optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of deployed security controls.

Lead security-focused initiatives, including the hardening and ongoing management of the organization’s Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution and enforcement of robust device security policies.

Ensure secure remote access and vendor management across global infrastructure.

Conduct regular security testing of applications, networks, and systems.

Assist with Business Continuity / Disaster Recovery designs to ensure security best practices.

Stay current with emerging security trends, tools, and best practices through continuous learning.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Required Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

3+ years of hands-on experience across key security domains including infrastructure security, application security, identity and access management, and security operations.

Required Experience :

Strong foundation in cybersecurity, including IAM, data protection, and incident response.

Proficient in Windows, Linux, PowerShell, Python, and Microsoft security tools.

Experience with Microsoft Defender, MS365 Intune MDM, and Microsoft Sentinel.

Skilled in SIEM platforms, logging, alerting, and dashboard creation.

Preferred :

Hands-on experience with platforms such as Azure Sentinel, Tenable Nessus, BeyondTrust (Bomgar), Mimecast, Palo Alto Networks, Burp Suite, Pentera, and Kali Linux.

Cybersecurity certifications such as Security+, CEH, Cybersecurity Analyst+, GIAC, Cisco CyberOps, or Microsoft Security.

Experience securing OT networks in manufacturing or consumer packaged goods environments.

Familiarity with Power BI and data analysis tools.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Technical Skills & Experience

Proven ability to secure both IT and OT networks, including experience with incident response, alert triaging, and vulnerability management.

Proficient in managing identity and access controls, including Active Directory administration and privileged access management.

Skilled in executing cybersecurity strategies and enforcing technical policies across enterprise environments.

Experienced in working with security frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and SOC2.

Capable of managing vendor relationships and coordinating with internal / external stakeholders on security incidents and compliance matters.

The salary range for this role is $89,900 - $123,640 (Annually). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER :

Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

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