Analyst/Sr Analyst, IT Cybersecurity Incident Response

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why You'Ll Love This Job

The Analyst/ Sr Analyst, Cybersecurity Risk is part of the Technology Division. This role plays a critical role in protecting American Airlines’ digital ecosystem by identifying and managing cybersecurity risks. You will help shape the airline’s cybersecurity strategy by analyzing internal and third-party risks.

What You'Ll Do

• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments across internal systems and third-party vendors
• Support and enhance the Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) program, including vendor onboarding and continuous monitoring
• Analyze cybersecurity risks and provide actionable insights to stakeholders across the organization
• Collaborate with teams in IT, Legal, Procurement, and Business Units to ensure risk awareness and mitigation
• Maintain risk registers and support the development of risk metrics and dashboards
• Assist in the development and implementation of cybersecurity risk policies, standards, and procedures

All You'Ll Need For Success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Risk Management, or a related field
• 3 years of experience in cybersecurity risk analysis, third-party risk management, or IT audit
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• Master’s degree or professional certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CRISC, or CISM
• Experience with GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow GRC)
• Knowledge of cloud security, data privacy regulations, and emerging cybersecurity threats
• Experience in the airline, transportation, or other regulated industries

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and risk management tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to translate technical cybersecurity risks into business impacts
• Project management skills and experience working with cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

What You'Ll Get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer: 

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more. 
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel Free To Be Yourself At American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.