Security Analyst
- Investigates incidents, performs threat analysis, and supports compliance efforts.
- Manages security tools (SIEM, endpoint protection, DLP) and coordinates with IT teams.
- Works with third-party providers for threat intelligence, incident response, or tool integration.
- Participates in risk assessments, policy enforcement, and remediation efforts.
- Act as a subject matter expert on the security of both on-premises systems and cloud platforms such as Microsoft Office 365.
- Perform and/or respond to information technology assessments, and/or audits of organizational automated systems and processes, interpret results, and develop recommendations for improvement to management.
- Provide oversight in the creation and approval process of change management requests.
- Experience with administration of Endpoint Security, Firewalls, Active Directory, Cloud Platforms including Office 365, Vulnerability/PCI Compliance Assessment tools.
- Knowledge of information security-related technologies and products (firewalls, IPSEC VPN, SSL VPN, Endpoint security, MDM, multi-factor authentication, etc.)
- Review and verify security patch processes to ensure critical patches are applied to systems properly and work with system owners to remediate.
- Assist in the implementation and enforcement of corporate-wide standards, policies, and procedures.
- Works closely with other members of the Team to resolve issues or improve system security
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates degree or better in a technology-related field (equivalent training and experience may be considered).
- At least 3-5 years of experience administering network and IT security system services with a focus on managing enterprise-level Security Tools.
- Understanding of common network protocols and operating systems along with their relevant security issues.
- Demonstrates an ability to effectively adopt and integrate new networking and security technologies.
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Proficiency with working in a team-centered environment with a high degree of planning, communication, change-management documentation, and customer service.
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Experience in IT security standards frameworks – industry certifications are a plus
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Experience with IP networking, networking routing protocols and understanding security related technologies including encryption, IPsec, PKI, VPNs, firewalls, DNS, email, Active Directory, LDAP, and access-lists.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Excellent diagnostic skills
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Reliable, energetic team player, able to multi-task and “change gears” with ease
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Demonstrated ability to work well in fast paced environment
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Ability to work occasional evening or weekend hours, as needed
Work Environment
- This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands
- This is largely an active role. Requires the ability to lift, squat, sit, bend or stand as necessary. Ability to travel to other sites/locations as needed.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Associate’s degree
- 3+ years of experience in IT Security
- Background in education is beneficial
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- Valid Driver’s License
- Appropriate Automobile Insurance Coverage
Other Duties as assigned.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Our client is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.