IT Security Specialist/ Analyst I

The Junior Information Security Analyst supports the college’s information security program by monitoring and analyzing threats, triaging alerts, and assisting with incident response. The Analyst balances threat mitigation with the unique needs of academic research, innovation, and compliance requirements. Assists in developing and validating baseline security configurations for server and endpoint operating systems, applications, and networking. Assists with information security risk assessments, vulnerability management, and patch management. Develops technical security procedures and implements security controls., Activity Security Analysis and Incident Response

• Actively monitor reporting systems and operations for security issues including network logs, endpoints, and servers.
• Monitor system consoles including but not limited to DLP, SIEM/XDR, anti-virus, patch management, OS,, software inventories and network for potential security threats. Participate in the active remediation of identified vulnerabilities and incidents.
• Conduct initial analysis of suspicious activity, isolate compromised endpoints, and escalate complex threats to the Senior Information Security Analyst following established incident playbooks.
• Review security consoles for anomalies or security threats and remediate any issues identified. Promptly investigate high priority notifications and report findings to the Senior Information Security Analyst.

Essential or Marginal Essential Percent of Time 30 Activity Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing

• Assist with routine vulnerability scans, track patch status, and coordinate remediation efforts.
• Assist clients with validating their remediation effort by re-scanning and reporting results.
• Work closely with IT Enterprise admins on improving and hardening system security posture using security control frameworks.
• Participate in external Penetration Testing exercises and remediation efforts.

Essential or Marginal Essential Percent of Time 25 Activity Security Assessment

• Assist College and IT project teams with security assessment of their projects.
• Collaborate with other IT areas on identifying security concerns, risk and system vulnerabilities (i.e. database managers, system admins and system programmers)
• Review Change Management requests for security risk and make recommendations
• Assist in gathering evidence and documentation for regulatory compliance requirements, including FERPA, GLBA, HIPAA.

Essential or Marginal Essential Percent of Time 25 Activity Documentation

• Create and maintain system scan procedures and documentation of all College data systems for risk analysis purposes.
• Assist in developing incident response playbooks.
• Collaborate with the Senior Security Analyst in Project documentation.
• Assist in managing security awareness campaigns, and educate faculty, staff, and students on security best practices.

Essential or Marginal Essential Percent of Time 20

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1. Resume
2. Cover Letter / Letter of Application
3. Other Document
4. Other Document 2
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6. Form DD 214

A bachelor’s degree in information technology systems, computer science, or related field and experience in information technology systems or related area. Relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of security administration for various operating systems and software. Ability to write detailed technical documentation on security procedures. Basic analytical and problem solving skills. Basic knowledge and understanding of information risk concepts and principles as a means of relating business needs and security controls. Knowledge of Identity Access management. Knowledge of security frameworks. Ability to communicate with audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. Basic knowledge of project management. Additional Comments Regarding Position Must be willing to work flexible hours based on position needs. Ability to travel for professional development.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check., *Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements., * Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision

• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
• Retirement
• Long Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Free CARTA Bus Service
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Full Benefits Package - Click Here

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