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Freddie Mac

Technology Analyst Information Security Hybrid 3 Days in Office

Freddie Mac, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107


At Freddie Mac, you will do important work to build a better housing finance system and you'll be part of a team helping to make homeownership and rental housing more accessible and affordable across the nation.

We will accept applications for this position until 10/4.

Position Overview:

Want to be part of technology that matters? Begin your technology career today by joining the Freddie Mac Enterprise Operations and Technology (EO+T) team through our College Hire program. The EO+T division is seeking true technologists to be part of our innovative organization. This 12-month cohort program designed for recent Computer Science/Cyber/Information Security or related technology grads will springboard you into a fulltime career with an industry leader building the future of technology for the housing/finance industry.

Our Impact:

The Enterprise Operations and Technology (EO+T) Division helps enable and transform Freddie Mac's business. We provide systems and technology that benefit the enterprise, customers, employees and our business partners. Our technology enhances the services we offer to our customers, and improves Freddie Mac's productivity, performance and security through use of innovative technology!

Your Impact:

What you'll be doing -

Information Security

Develop new use cases to detect, report, log, track, and escalate security events

Coordinate activities for monitoring, triage, and escalation of security events affecting the company's information assets

Analyze and research known indicators of compromise (IOCs), correlate events, identify malicious activity, and take appropriate steps

Identify new and emerging threats, then build and implement required action plans

Manage security events identified from enterprise SIEM tool, Threat Intelligence, End-user notifications, etc. to determine security risk and respond following standard operating procedures

Develop Security Operations playbooks to ensure threat detection, monitoring, response and forensics activities align with standard methodologies, and provide comprehensive mitigation of threats

Understanding of industry frameworks and pattern development

Participation in the program will support your continued

professional development

through access to targeted training courses and learning opportunities, as well as exposure to senior management. You will gain knowledge of technology for the financial industry all while enhancing your own competencies, by:

Expanding your leadership, business and analytical skills

Refining your personal brand and growing your internal network

Obtaining support and guidance from dedicated managers, experienced analysts and knowledgeable mentors

Deepening technological knowledge while learning about Freddie Mac's key role in the mortgage market

Participating in organized community service events to complement your professional development with personal growth

Being eligible to be sponsored to earn key technical certifications

Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Cyber, Information Technology or related area, relevant experience and coursework

Knowledge of SIEM (such as Splunk) for development of search queries and correlation rules, plus experience investigating issues on Windows and Unix

Experience with popular business tools (Windows, Microsoft Office, Visio, SharePoint, etc.)

Graduation no more than 18 months prior to January or June 2025 start date

Knowledge of Agile software development project methodologies preferred

Demonstrated analytical ability and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Organized, ability to meet deadlines, work independently, manage multiple priorities

Keys to Success in this Role:

Ability to work effectively and productively in a team or independently

Technology-first approach, outstanding analytical skills and drive for innovation

Willingness to try new things, fail fast and learn fast

Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.

Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you'll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with differing abilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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