Information Security Analyst

$49,128 - $94,572/Yr

California State University - Long Beach, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Long Beach, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Information Security Analyst at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, plays a crucial role in enhancing the security posture of the CSU Information Security programs. This position involves providing technical and operational support, analyzing security solutions, and collaborating with campus and Chancellor's Office staff to improve information security across the system. The role includes responsibilities such as performing security assessments, monitoring security alerts, and training staff on security tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform log and vulnerability reviews to identify and resolve security issues.
• Security administration of various resources, including network devices.
• Review and create security documentation.
• Review and analyze various log reports, provide documentation, and create associated ticketing.
• Perform Information Security risk assessments with associated documentation.
• Monitor security alerts and threat resources for applicable security vulnerabilities.
• Train non-ISM staff on the use of Information Security tools and their analysis.
• Participate and promote security awareness training.
• Complete special projects as directed.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and specific Information Security experience) is required.
• 1 or more years experience in Information Security as a System Administrator, Application Developer, or Network Administrator with at least two of those with direct Information Security duties.
• A minimum of 6 months to 1 year's direct experience with Application and Network Security, preferably with an Information Security team.
• A minimum of 6 months to 1 year's experience researching, analyzing, and recommending Information Security solutions.
• A minimum of 6 months to 1 year's experience directly identifying, assessing, and remediating technical security vulnerabilities.
• A working knowledge of Information Security practices and concepts, including intrusion detection/prevention, access controls, risk analysis, vulnerability scanning, and data encryption.
• Ability to investigate Information Security events discretely.
• Ability to work collaboratively with CSU personnel and consultants.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Vulnerability Scanning tools (server and application scanning).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C, C++, JavaScript and Python.
• Experience with MySQL, NGINX, Amazon Web Services, Mongo DB.
• Experience with application and database development.
• Knowledge of SSL technologies.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft OS, Ubuntu Linux, MS Office Suite.
• Familiarity with administration of Web Application scanning tools.

Benefits

• Outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans.
• Fee waiver education program.
• Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
• 15 paid holidays a year.