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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate IT Security Analyst - **Company:** University of Arkansas - **Location:** Fayetteville, AR, United States - **Salary:** $75,092.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Data Normalization, Data Security, Log Analysis, Networking Basics, Routing, Network Segmentation, Regular Expressions, Anti-Phishing, Standard Sql, Secure Coding, Security Information and Event Management, TCP/IP, Scripting, Information Technology, Splunk, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** October 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8692c2d30c9f8169 ## About the Role Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others., * Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher education Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications. * At least four years of experience in Information Technology * At least two years of experience in information security, Incident response, SOC, Cloud, or equivalent * At least one year of hands-on experience with SIEM tools (Sentinel, Splunk or equivalent) and log analysis Preferred Qualifications: * Current CEH, CCNA-Security, Security+, Cloud+, GSEC, or similar certifications compatible with ISO 17024 or US DoD 8570.01 * Experience with Azure Security * Experience with assessing application and / or system risk * Experience dealing with Phishing or Spear Phishing attacks * Experience with penetration testing or Read teaming * Experience in the execution and management of Information System's (IS) incident response and administrative inquiries/investigations in collaboration with the Investigations department * Experience with at least one programming, scripting language, or SQL * Experience with technical concepts like regular expressions, data normalization, and correlation Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: * Knowledge of information protection methodologies and concepts * Understanding of security threats and attack vectors * Familiarity with security best practices, such as secure coding practices, network segmentation, and access control * Basic knowledge of networking principles, such as TCP/IP, routing, and switching * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Strong desire to learn or improve cyber security skills * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work collaboratively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders * Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain the confidentiality of such data and information * Ability to identify potential security breaches and recommend countermeasures * Ability to identify and analyze security events * Ability to think critically and creatively, Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. ## Description The Associate IT Security Analyst is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing security measures for information systems to regulate access to computer data files and prevent unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure of information. 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