​This is a full-time, remote (US-Remote) Security Operations Analyst II role at HealthEquity, joining a dynamic Risk & Security Team that manages a converged program covering cybersecurity, physical security, privacy, fraud, enterprise risk, and incident management. The analyst will be on the front lines, focusing on the detection, analysis, and response to security incidents.

• ​Location: Remote, United States.
• ​Salary Range: $75,500.00 to $84,000.00 annually.
• ​Schedule: Works a four-day work week (4×10), specifically Wednesday – Saturday MT from 9 AM to 7 PM.
• ​Experience: 2–3 years in information security operations is required.
• ​Focus: Incident response, malware analysis, improving detection capabilities, and supporting fraud and insider threat programs.

​What You’ll Be Doing: Incident Response and Threat Analysis

​The analyst will operate advanced security tools, analyze threats, and actively contribute to the defense posture through technical engagement.

• ​Detection & Response: Detect, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents across multiple domains: cyber, DLP (Data Loss Prevention), fraud, and privacy functions.
• ​Operations: Operate advanced monitoring and investigation tools. Triage and respond independently to alerts.
• ​Threat Analysis: Perform malware analysis and study attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• ​Improvement: Improve detection rules and reduce false positives through purple team engagements (collaborating with red and blue teams).
• ​Documentation & Mentorship: Document incidents, provide reports, and collaborate across teams. Mentor junior analysts and support insider threat and fraud prevention programs.
• ​Threat Intelligence: Stay ahead of emerging threats and industry trends.

​Required Qualifications and Success Factors

​The successful candidate needs hands-on experience in security operations, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to continuous learning.

• ​Experience: 2–3 years in information security operations with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• ​Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field (or equivalent experience).
• ​Skills: Ability to triage and respond independently to alerts. A passion for learning and adapting in a fast-changing environment.
• ​Preferred Certifications: CHFI, SANS GIAC, ECIH, CEH, Security+, Network+