IT Security Analyst Associate

Overview

The I.T. Security Analyst Associate will be responsible for: managing Security, Identity and Access Management solutions; enforcing general security standards; and complying with requirements of external security audits & recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Monitors security system logs (i.e., Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Web Application Firewall (WAF), Office365, Firewall system logs, etc.) and reports on discovered anomalies or problems.
• Analyzes, troubleshoots, and corrects security-related problems according to published standards.
• Participates in the analysis of security tool needs; contributes to design, integration, and installation of hardware / software.
• Keeps fully abreast of trends and changing technologies related to information security fields.
• Conducts violation / vulnerability report review under the leadership of the Senior I.T. Security Analyst/ Auditor.
• Investigates IT security violations, known vulnerabilities, and data breaches.
• Participates in vulnerability assessments; conducts compliance activities in response to internal and external audits.
• Participates in security research & vendor evaluations at the direction of the Director; participates in the testing and implementation of security solutions.
• Enforces security policies and standards.
• Acts as interface with and liaison to business, Service Desk and IT application owners; ensures applications, infrastructure components, and access are appropriately assessed.
• Executes security incident response procedures in accordance with threat levels.
• Communicates effectively (both written and verbal).
• Manages multiple priorities and follows a project plan to meet project deliverables.
• Provides security guidance to other support teams.
• Develops security knowledge articles on relevant topics.
• Employees may perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred. 
• 2+ years' experience in information technology. 
• Recent experience working within an information security function. 
• Direct experience with one or more of the following: Identity and Access Management; Single Sign-on, SSL & PKI, LDAP, Active Directory, and PowerShell. Experience with firewalls a plus.
• Experience working in an organization that provided exposure across multiple IT functional areas (i.e., infrastructure, networking, security, data management, and application development).
• Experience with HIPAA, GDPR, NIST and PCI compliance requirements preferred.

 

KEY SUCCESS INDICATORS/ ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrate analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work across organization boundaries and create solid alignments.
• Ability to maintain professionalism when interacting with internal and external customers.
• Proficient at handling difficult situations and human relations issues with professionalism and respect.
• Ability to self-motivate, set goals and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and be detail oriented as required.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced, changing environment.
• Ability to stay current on newest technology and industry trends.
• Proficient personal computer skills.
• Commitment and adherence to TJC’s Core Values.

 

CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSE

• Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP) or Security+ certification preferred.
• A+ Certification preferred.
• IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) and/or Microsoft Operations Framework (MOF) Essentials Certifications preferred.

 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel as needed, up to 10%.

Note:  Employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID -19 as a condition for employment.

 

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee assigned to this position. The description is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and working conditions associated with this position. All requirements are subject to possible modification and reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

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