Junior Cyber Security Analyst

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The Cyber Data Defense team at Bayer is seeking Junior Investigations Analyst to join our security team. This role is a cybersecurity professional supporting insider risk investigations operating under the Insider Risk Management Service. This role focuses on triaging, analyzing, and documenting insider risk-related indicators using established processes, tools, and playbooks. The analyst works closely with senior investigators, service owners, Legal, Data Privacy, Corporate Global Security, and other internal teams to support fact-based assessments of potential insider risk scenarios. This role operates under the guidance of experienced investigators, following defined procedures to analyze risk indicators, assess supporting evidence, and contribute to high‑quality, fact‑based investigative outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform initial triage and analysis of insider risk-related alerts, cases, or referrals in accordance with approved procedures and playbooks.

• Collect, preserve, and review relevant technical evidence (e.g., logs, alerts, system artifacts).

• Apply established investigative techniques to identify risk indicators, patterns, or anomalies related to potential data misuse or policy violations.

• Clearly document investigative findings in case management systems using standardized, audit-ready language.

• Collaborate with senior investigators, service owners, and Cyber Defense teams to support ongoing investigations and follow-ups.

• Support coordination with Legal, Data Privacy, Corporate Global Security, and other governance stakeholders by contributing accurate and timely technical inputs

• Follow security, privacy, and evidence-handling standards to ensure defensible and compliant investigation support.

• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying gaps and improvement opportunities in investigation playbooks and workflows.

• Build foundational competency in insider risk concepts, investigation methodologies, and relevant cyber defense tools.

• Stay informed on basic cybersecurity threats, data protection risks, and insider risk use cases relevant to the service.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information security, computer science, or a related field or equivalent practical/professional experience.

• Exposure to monitoring or analysis tools such as SIEM platforms, DLP solutions, or endpoint security tooling – Microsoft Purview with Insider Risk Management (IRM) is preffered.

• Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts such as logging, alerts, access controls, and data protection.

• Ability to produce clear, factual, and well-structured documentation suitable for audit and governance review.

• Demonstrated analytical thinking skills and attention to detail, with the ability to assess information, identify patterns or inconsistencies, and draw fact‑based conclusions.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical information and investigative findings to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, managing tasks and priorities in a collaborative and fast‑paced environment.

• Sound professional judgment and ethical mindset when handling sensitive or confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of cybersecurity or risk frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)

• Relevant security certifications or coursework

• Experience working in regulated or privacy-sensitive environments

• Experience working within an insider risk function

What do we offer

• A flexible, hybrid work model

• Great workplace in a new modern office in Warsaw

• Career development, 360° Feedback & Mentoring programme

• Wide access to professional development tools, trainings, & conferences

• Company Bonus & Reward Structure

• VIP Medical Care Package (including Dental & Mental health)

• Holiday allowance ("Wczasy pod gruszą")

• Life & Travel Insurance

• Pension plan

• Co-financed sport card - FitProfit

• Meals Subsidy in Office

• Additional days off

• Budget for Home Office Setup & Maintenance

• Access to Company Game Room equipped with table tennis, soccer table, Sony PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X consoles setup with premium game passes, and massage chairs

• Tailored-made support in relocation to Warsaw when needed

• Please send your CV in English

You feel you do not meet all the criteria we are looking for? That doesn't mean you aren't the right fit for the role. Apply with confidence, we value potential over perfection.

WORK LOCATION: WARSAW AL. JEROZOLIMSKIE 158