Analyst - strategy

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Description

We’re on a path to becoming the best airline in aviation history. Join our Cybersecurity and Digital Risk (CDR) team to help lead the industry in cyber safety, security and resilience. United's CDR team plays a critical role in protecting our operations by enabling secure and resilient systems, managing threats and vulnerabilities, and ensuring swift response and recovery. Our mission is to seamlessly embed cybersecurity and digital risk management into every aspect of our business. We help drive progress and growth through trusted digital solutions, safeguarding assets and empowering our team, all while promoting a cyber-safe and secure environment that supports resilient airline operations.

Job overview and responsibilities

The Sr Analyst – Cybersecurity Workforce Strategy & Readiness is responsible for advancing the organization’s cybersecurity capability by developing, managing, and optimizing workforce programs that strengthen digital risk resilience and operational readiness. This role drives initiatives that ensure cybersecurity professionals are equipped with the right skills, tools, and pathways to defend against evolving threats and enable secure business operations.

The ideal candidate has experience in cybersecurity talent strategy, technical workforce development, and can partner across HR, cybersecurity leadership, and external organizations to enable a competent, capable, and upskilled cybersecurity workforce.

• Manage and maintain the cybersecurity rotational program, providing structured career pathways, and workforce education opportunities
• Support cybersecurity workforce strategy initiatives that align to the organization’s objectives
• Support a strong, mission-driven cybersecurity culture emphasizing accountability and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with HR and security leadership to define career progression frameworks and align cybersecurity job families with industry standards
• Facilitate cybersecurity learning opportunities, mentorship, upskilling, etc. that support both early-career professionals and experienced employees looking to grow
• Establish relationships with external partners such as universities, training programs, and industry groups to build and maintain a strong talent pipeline
• Develop and drive cybersecurity-specific employee engagement programs, including networking opportunities, internal security champions, and team-building initiatives
  
  

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree IN Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Talent Development, HR, or relevant field
• 4+ years of relevant experience
• Ability to work well under pressure and time constraints
• Ability to perform in a dynamic environment and manage multiple projects and priorities
• Strong program management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience working with groups such as HR, recruitment, and cybersecurity leadership
• Proven ability to develop career pathways, mentorship programs, and/or employee engagement initiatives
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (i.e., NICE cybersecurity workforce framework; NIST), basic security tools, or cybersecurity operations/planning.
• Willingness to learn from others and self-teach to continuously grow
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

The base pay range for this role is $99,750.00 to $129,924.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.


You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.


United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.


We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [email protected] to request accommodation.