Lead Threat Detection Engineer at M&T Bank

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

M&T Bank Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Banking, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 9 years’ higher education and/or work experience
  • Education and Experience Preferred: In-depth experience in developing, testing, and refining advanced detection use cases
  • Advanced ability to use multiple Cybersecurity tools, specific to function
  • Exercises judgement in selecting methods, techniques, and criteria in executing objectives. Exerts significant latitude in determining objective of assignment. Work is accomplished with limited direction

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement advanced detection architectures across the organization’s security landscape, utilizing SIEM, EDR, NDR, and cloud security platforms. Ensure the detection infrastructure scales to handle the growing complexity and volume of enterprise threats
  • Lead the development and refinement of complex, high-fidelity detection use cases, custom correlation rules, and detection models tailored to the organization’s unique risk profile and threat landscape
  • Architect and implement advanced methods for the integration and fusion of internal, external, and commercial threat intelligence sources. Build and refine correlation techniques to identify sophisticated, multi-vector attacks, leveraging threat intelligence and behavioral analysis
  • Continuously enhance and optimize detection techniques, reducing alert fatigue and improving detection accuracy by applying advanced techniques like statistical analysis, machine learning, and automation. Implement continuous feedback loops to refine use cases and reduce false positives
  • Develop and implement automation and orchestration for complex systems to streamline security operations and response activities
  • Lead collaboration efforts with Cybersecurity and Technology teams to effectively implement and maintain security solutions for the organization
  • Lead improvement initiatives within Cybersecurity team, implementing best practices and optimizing processes to enhance security capabilities
  • Actively partner with vendor to optimize security products and/or drive resolution of complex support issues
  • Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Design, implement, maintain, and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management
  • Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable
  • Complete other related duties as assigned
  • Completes day-to-day support activities and special projects

Skills

SIEM
EDR
NDR
Cloud Security
Threat Detection
Correlation Rules
Machine Learning
Statistical Analysis
Automation
Orchestration
Threat Intelligence
Behavioral Analysis

M&T Bank

Full-service banking for individuals and businesses

About M&T Bank

M&T Bank provides a variety of banking services to individuals, small businesses, and larger companies. Their offerings include mortgage assistance, personal and business checking accounts, and mobile banking options. The bank primarily operates in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States, emphasizing community engagement and a focus on customer service. M&T Bank's business model is based on traditional banking practices, such as loans, deposits, and investment products, and it generates revenue through interest income and service fees. A key aspect that sets M&T Bank apart from its competitors is its commitment to community involvement, which includes allowing employees to volunteer and supporting local organizations. The recent merger with United Bank, N.A. has further expanded their services and market presence.

Buffalo, New YorkHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Competition from fintechs could erode M&T Bank's market share among tech-savvy customers.
Integration challenges from the United Bank merger may disrupt operations.
Decreased prime rate could reduce interest income, impacting profitability.

Differentiation

M&T Bank emphasizes community engagement through its charitable foundation and volunteer programs.
The bank offers a wide range of traditional and digital banking services.
Recent merger with United Bank, N.A. expands M&T's market reach and service offerings.

Upsides

M&T Bank's $1.5 billion senior notes offering strengthens its financial position.
Decreased prime rate may attract more borrowers, increasing loan volume.
Shannon Lazare's appointment as New Jersey Regional President enhances local community engagement.

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