Cybersecurity Analyst Job at Caterpillar Inc. in East Peoria

Overview

Cybersecurity Analyst role at Caterpillar Inc.

What You Will Do

• Support Caterpillar’s Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) (including Linux/Ubuntu server), Identity Management, Vulnerability Management / Attack Surface Visibility / Response Actions environments.
• Promote automation for monitoring and remediation of client health issues, monitoring of EDR infrastructure, vulnerability remediation, and aligning to Enterprise ITSM change and control procedures.
• Act as a liaison between Corporate Cybersecurity and business partners to understand operations, maintain global security processes, and provide expertise, technical guidance, and security awareness as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and SOC teams to implement detection logic and improve threat visibility.
• Contribute to the development of automated detection and response capabilities.

What You Have / Qualifications

• Knowledge of developing cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures; ability to communicate policies, standards and procedures that guide interactions with customers.
• Knowledge of endpoint security tools and processes; ability to design and implement security programs to prevent data loss and intrusions.
• Strong experience in Enterprise Tool Support (AV, EDR, Vulnerability Scanner, SCCM, etc).
• Familiarity with infrastructure and services for secure, scalable applications (on-premises or hybrid/cloud).
• Knowledge of information security technologies and encryption software; ability to protect information security across the organization.
• Knowledge of IT security policies, standards, and procedures; ability to provide technical guidance to clients (internal/external) and ensure cybersecurity compliance.
• Experience with requirement analysis, eliciting and recording business functionality and non-functionality requirements.
• Knowledge of system and technology integration; ability to integrate and communicate among applications, databases, and platforms.
• OS Administration: Linux, Windows, MacOS; experience with Windows/MacOS frameworks; remote administration tools; troubleshooting MSI packages.
• Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Python) and CLI; basic SQL knowledge.
• Technical writing skills for manuals, reports, guidelines; ability to document solutions and present to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Education / Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Experience with Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)/XDR tools; kernel-level security solutions.
• Cloud services knowledge; help desk/desktop support experience; ServiceNow experience.
• Scripting or automation tools for threat detection and analysis; automation solutioning experience.
• Curiosity about new attack vectors; ability to work in a collaborative environment; 24x7 on-call rotation ability.
• Technical certifications (e.g., SANS, ICS2).
• Understanding of business operations and IT/Technology processes.
• Willingness to adapt to changes in cybersecurity; teamwork and feedback-oriented.

Location / Travel / Relocation

• Primary location: Peoria, IL; Nashville, TN; or Irving, TX.
• Domestic relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.
• Sponsorship is not available.
• Up to 5% travel required.

What You Will Get

• Rewarding career with a total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and potential annual bonus; paid vacation and holidays.
• Equitable benefits and development opportunities for qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Final Details

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Compensation

Summary Pay Range: $79,800.00 - $119,760.00. Compensation and benefits vary by factors such as job level, location, knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid time off; 401(k) plans; HSA/FSAs; health lifestyle programs; EAP; voluntary benefits and discounts; career development; incentive bonus; disability benefits; life insurance; parental leave; adoption benefits; tuition reimbursement.

Posting Dates

September 24, 2025 - September 28, 2025.

Equity and inclusion: Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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