Bestow is a leading insurance technology platform serving some of the world's largest and most innovative life insurers. We are on a mission to increase financial stability for everyone. Bestow is a team of mission-driven, results-oriented individuals. We offer all employees a remote (contiguous 48 only)/hybrid workplace, meaningful benefits, substantial growth opportunities, and equity.
Bestow participates in the E-Verify Program.
ABOUT THE ROLEAt Bestow, protecting our customers and company data is a top priority. As a Security Analyst I, you’ll play a key role in supporting our company-wide Security Program by helping ensure we meet compliance standards, manage risk, and implement security best practices.
You’ll work closely with internal teams and auditors, helping to collect and manage evidence for audits, interpret security controls, and advise on best practices. If you’re passionate about cybersecurity, governance, risk, and compliance—and enjoy building strong partnerships across teams—this is a great opportunity to make an impact.
This role is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in cybersecurity, risk, and compliance while working alongside experienced security professionals. You’ll gain hands-on experience with security audits, compliance programs, and risk management strategies in a fast-moving and innovative environment.
This role reports to the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (Deputy CISO) and can be hybrid from our Dallas, TX headquarters (minimum 1 day/wk in office).
WHAT YOU’LL DOSupport Security & Compliance Efforts – Help gather and manage security artifacts and evidence for audits to ensure we meet company and regulatory objectives.
Interpret & Apply Security Controls – Research and interpret security control requirements to help business partners implement best practices.
Advise on Security Strategy – Work with teams across the company (IT, Legal, Finance, Insurance Operations) to align security strategies with company goals.
Manage Access Reviews – Oversee quarterly access audits, ensuring timely completion and compliance.
Monitor & Respond to Security Events – Assist with incident response by tracking security alerts, working with IT to resolve issues, and keeping leadership informed.
Contribute to Governance & Compliance Efforts – Help develop security policies, guidelines, and process documentation to support audits and compliance initiatives.
Assist in Security Tools & Process Implementation – Support the Deputy CISO and senior security staff in implementing security tools and processes.
Degree in cybersecurity or 1-2 years of experience in Information Security, preferably in governance, risk, or compliance. Or any combination.
Security certifications (Security+, CC (ISC2)).
Basic knowledge of cybersecurity tools, concepts, and frameworks (e.g., NIST, SOC2, ISO 27001).
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on tasks assigned by senior security staff.
Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills—you can break down complex security concepts for different teams.
Experience with audits, risk assessments, and evidence collection, especially in life insurance, financial, or government services, is a plus.
Those with prior experience with SOC2 audits will be given priority consideration.
At Bestow, we’re proud to be awarded for our team members, innovative products, and culture. Our standard benefits include:
Competitive salary and equity based on role
Policies and managers that support work/life balance, like our flexible paid time off and parental leave programs
100% paid-premium option for medical, dental, and vision insurance
Lifestyle stipend to support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing
Flexible work-from-home policy and open to remote
Remote and WFH options, as well as a beautiful, state-of-the-art office in Dallas’ Deep Ellum, for those who prefer an office setting
Employee-led diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
We're proud to be recognized as a top employer, consistently earning accolades for our exceptional workplace culture and commitment to our employees.
We've been recognized year after year by Great Place to Work, Built In Best Places to Work, and Fortune's Best Workplaces in Texas (2022-2025).
We've been named one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance (2022-2024), a CNBC and Statista World's Top Insurtech Company (2024), and one of The Financial Technology Report's Top Insurtech Companies (2024-2025).
We're honored to be recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents for three consecutive years (2023-2025).
We value diversity at Bestow. The company will recruit, hire, and promote regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We understand the importance of creating a safe and comfortable work environment and encourage individualism and authenticity in every team member.
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