General information Career area Technology Work Location(s) 500 Woodward Avenue, MI, 601 S. Tryon Street, NC Remote? Yes Ref # 19019 Posted Date Friday, January 10, 2025 Anticipated Application Closing Date 24-Jan-2025 Working time Full time Ally and Your Career Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We live this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?
Work Schedule: Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role's specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need. The Opportunity This role can be worked from Ally Charlotte, Ally Detroit, or remote within the United States. 
At Ally, you get a startup feel, but experience the benefits of a company that’s worked out the kinks and is fulfilling its purpose. We’re always evolving and see that as a good thing. From owning our work to seeing its impact in the real world, our team is relentless in finding new ways technology can help make experiences better and help people. We are problem solvers, we value diverse thinking, we support one another, and we challenge ourselves to think bigger in the journey to deliver customer-obsessed tech solutions. To read more about what our tech team does, be sure to visit our tech blog at ally.tech
We are looking for a self-driven Vulnerability Analyst to help remediate security vulnerabilities on technology infrastructure and applications as well as deliver technical enhancements to the Vulnerability Management Program. Primary responsibilities include providing subject matter expertise for the resolution of vulnerabilities, identifying and implementing tactical and strategic solutions to enhance vulnerability management processes and expedite remediation, evaluating vulnerability technical risk and developing risk treatment requests, and being a leader and mentor on the team.
The ideal candidate in this role must be able to bridge the gap between technology professionals who patch computers and risk management practices by using their knowledge of system administration to troubleshoot sticking points in patching processes. The candidate is self-motivated to soundly reduce vulnerability risk through persistent analysis, research, and investigation.
To ensure success, the candidate should have advanced knowledge of computer and internet security systems and the ability to automate processes, reporting, and governance activities.
The Work Itself Analyze vulnerabilities and connect with technology teams to put in place action plans for their resolution, seeking opportunities that will best reduce the most risk for the lowest cost in terms of effort and timeBe a responsive and helpful engagement point for technology teams attempting to resolve their vulnerabilitiesFollow escalation procedures when vulnerability remediation expectations are not met to include evaluating technical risk and developing risk treatment requestsBe able to work independently and when problems arise that require management engagement, be able to recommend solutionsAbility to interact with company personnel at all levels and across all business units to comprehend business imperatives. A strong customer/client focus, with the ability to manage expectations appropriately, to provide a superior customer/client experience and build long-term relationshipsDevelop solutions that improve the effectiveness or efficiency of vulnerability identification and reportingLead small projects to deliver vulnerability management process efficienciesAbility to guide and mentor junior team members The Skills You Bring Required:
Proven work experience with vulnerability scanners such as Qualys or Tenable5+ years of foundational technical experience in system administration / operating system experience, networking or security. Candidates do NOT need to have experience in every platform, OS, or enterprise business application, but should have well-rounded technology knowledge.Clear understanding of enterprise-class application, network, and infrastructure security architectureBasic scripting abilities to better process data or to help automate patching jobs in languages such as Python, JavaScript, or PowerShellSolid understanding of a variety of common server, middleware, OR desktop class applications such as java JDKs, Adobe products, and Apache productsSolid understanding of cloud and container technologies, platforms, and environmentsPassionate analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple demands under challenging timelinesStrong writing skills to produce detailed reports for consumption by stakeholders at all levels from operations to executivePreferred:
Security+, CISSP, or similar security certificationsSystem administration certifications such as RHCSA or MCSEBachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer ScienceThe ability to adapt to new situations, natural curiosity, and the desire to learn and stay current with security trends, threats, and risksExperience with enterprise vulnerability and CMDB workflow systems such as ServiceNow#LI-Remote
How We'll Have Your Back

Ally's compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives that are designed to meet your needs and those of your family so you can get the most out of your career and your life, including:

Time Away: 11 paid holidays, 20 paid time off days, and 8 hours of volunteer time off, yearly (paid time off is prorated based on start date) Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and financial coach access.Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance as well as paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA back-up child and adult/elder care days and childcare discounts.Work-Life Integration: other benefits including Mentally Fit Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers® program and other employee discount programs.Other compensations: depending on the role for which you are considered, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus and/or equity.To view more detailed information about Ally’s Total Rewards, please visit this link: https://www.ally.com/content/dam/pdf/corporate/ally-total-rewards-snapshot.pdf 

Who We Are:

 

Ally Financial is a customer-centric, leading digital financial services company with passionate customer service and innovative financial solutions. We are relentlessly focused on "Doing it Right" and being a trusted financial-services provider to our consumer, commercial, and corporate customers. For more information, visit www.ally.com.

 

Ally is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.

 

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical or mental disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at work@ally.com. Ally will not discriminate against any qualified individual who is capable of performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Base Pay Range: $110000 - $180000 USDAn individual's position in the range is determined by the specific role, the scope and responsibilities of the role, work experience, education, certification(s), training, and additional qualifications. We review internal pay, the competitive market, and business environment prior to extending an offer.  Incentive Compensation: This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan.