Offensive Risk Strategist

As an Offensive Risk Strategist at East West Bank, your daily responsibilities will include developing and managing a vulnerability assessment program, performing regular assessments on IT systems, applications, and networks, and prioritizing vulnerabilities based on risk levels and potential business impacts. You will also oversee penetration testing engagements, conduct risk assessments, and deliver briefings to leadership on threat intelligence trends, ensuring the bank maintains a robust security posture.

To become an Offensive Risk Strategist at East West Bank, you will need a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field, with an advanced degree preferred. You should also have a minimum of 5 years in cybersecurity, including 3+ years specifically in vulnerability management and penetration testing. Relevant certifications like CCSP, CISSP, or OSCP are highly recommended, showcasing your expertise in security practices.

At East West Bank, we believe in nurturing our talent and providing career advancement opportunities for roles such as the Offensive Risk Strategist. As a part of a growing organization, you will gain exposure to cutting-edge security tools and practices, be part of meaningful projects, and have access to continuous learning and development initiatives that will help propel your career in cybersecurity.

The Offensive Risk Strategist role at East West Bank is unique because it merges creativity with technology and security. You will work in a collaborative environment that values both proactive and reactive security measures, allowing you to influence and innovate security practices directly. Additionally, being part of a culturally diverse team that spans Asia and the U.S. adds an enriching aspect to your everyday work.

An Offensive Risk Strategist at East West Bank will utilize an array of tools and technologies including vulnerability management systems, penetration testing frameworks, and threat intelligence platforms. Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure) and techniques like MITRE ATT&CK is also essential, as well as using automated solutions for efficient threat assessments and remediation validations.

When asked about your experience with penetration testing methodologies, provide specific examples of the frameworks you've utilized, such as OWASP or NIST. Discuss real-life scenarios where you not only conducted tests but also analyzed results and formulated actionable remediation plans.

To effectively answer this question, highlight your commitment to continuous education through resources like cybersecurity forums, webinars, and professional organizations. Mention specific platforms or certifications you pursue to keep abreast of emerging threats in the cybersecurity space.

In responding to this question, outline a clear situation where your actions led to identifying a critical vulnerability. Explain the steps you took in assessing the risk, structuring a response, and implementing a solution, along with the results of those actions.

When addressing the role of threat intelligence, explain how it helps identify potential vulnerabilities based on real-world data. Emphasize the importance of integrating threat intelligence into your risk assessments to prioritize vulnerabilities effectively.

For this question, detail your approach starting from establishing goals, selecting the right tools, performing initial assessments, and setting a schedule for regular evaluations. Stress the importance of continuous improvement and adapting to new threats over time.

In your response, provide insights into any red teaming exercises you've participated in. Elaborate on how you simulated attackers to evaluate security measures, detailing how these exercises informed strategic security improvements within the organization.

When answering this, describe a systematic approach: assessing the severity, notifying stakeholders, collaborating on a remediation plan, implementing the fix, and performing follow-up validation assessments to ensure effectiveness.

Mention specific cloud platforms you're familiar with and how they integrate into your vulnerability management process. Discuss any relevant projects where you secured cloud environments and the tools you used.

This is a great time to showcase your communication skills. Describe your approach to translating complex technical concepts into understandable terms, perhaps by using analogies or summarizing issues succinctly to ensure alignment on security initiatives.

While addressing this question, link your personal values and career aspirations with East West Bank's mission and vision. Talk about your enthusiasm for contributing to a bank that supports diverse markets and your eagerness to impact its security posture positively.