IT Security Administrator

WinCo Foods•Boise, ID

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for administration, support, and documentation for WinCo Foods’ IT Security technology solutions. Actively monitor and respond to current security threats and counter-measures, recommending control improvements to prevent future threats and mitigate risks. Ensure ongoing regulatory compliance and the protection of WinCo Foods’s payment systems and digital assets. Collaboration with cross functional teams such as Finance, Human Resources, Payroll and IT to cultivate WinCo Foods’ security culture. Consistently provides friendly, courteous customer service to internal and external customers. Perform other related work.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum two (2) years in an IT or Information Security roll OR equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience demonstrating considerable knowledge of security administration.
Working technical knowledge of design considerations for Internet firewall, LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, Windows Server, Unix/Linux and OSI layer protocols, including TCP, UDP, ICMP, DNS, HTTP(s), SMTP, etc.
Demonstrating knowledge of support and administration of PC, network, server, or security technologies.
Working directly with enterprise security solutions such as antivirus, encryption methodologies, IPS/IDS, Web Content Filtering, authentication and authorization methodologies, and email security.
Demonstrating Familiarity with security tools used for penetration testing, vulnerability scanning and forensics.
Implementing security best practices related to networks, servers, and end-user devices.
Hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting responsibility.
Demonstrating knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
Strong customer service experience.
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Demonstrating strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) software.
Consistently provide world class customer service to internal and external customers.
Demonstrate strong organizational skills, initiative and self-direction to effectively manage time and perform tasks to ensure timelines and work quality are met.
Demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving skills with keen attention to detail.
Learn and apply new/emerging technologies and trends.
Communicate and present technical information clearly and effectively to management and end-users in written and verbal form.
Be highly motivated with a passion for IT Security
Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees and outside contacts, user groups, vendors and other internal and external customers.
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality with sensitive information.
Respond to security alerts/incidents on an on-call basis and as required which may include evenings and weekends.
Multi-task and work in a fast-paced, multiple-priority environment.
Respectfully challenge standard practices to identify improved practices and processes.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years direct experience providing administration and support for security technologies.
Experience with open-source operating systems and security related tools.
Experience ensuring compliance of the PCI DSS framework.
One or more industry recognized security certifications such as: CISSP, CISM, GIAC, CEH, etc.
One or more industry recognized technology certification such as: MSCE, CCNA, CCNP, etc.
Knowledge of security concepts, principles and industry-recognized security frameworks such as COBIT, ISO 27002, NIST SP 800, etc.

Responsibilities

Maintain an atmosphere of friendly, enthusiastic customer service with an emphasis of taking care of the customer.
Provide exceptional customer service with users by telephone, email, and in person.
Work with network, server, and application teams to ensure logical and physical security of all systems and data.
Administer and support security solutions, including malware prevention, IDS/IPS, firewall, web proxy, WAF, WCF, vulnerability scanning, and SIEM technologies.
Work with network and server teams to ensure security patches and fixes are installed, in accordance with periodic vulnerability and risk assessments.
Resolve helpdesk tickets, issue escalations and provide on-call support for security technologies.
Monitor security logs and alerts to identify and respond to technology problems, anomalies, and suspicious activity.
Respond in a timely manner to security incidents and coordinate necessary response, containment, forensics, and mitigation.
Assist with the evaluation, testing, recommendation and implementation of new security technologies.
Identify security gaps then research product, services, standards, and best practices to mitigate risk.
Assist with the collection and analysis of forensic evidence and audit data.
Assist with PCI compliance assessments and work with IT and other business units to ensure PCI compliance is maintained.
Produce periodic reports on security metrics and incidents.
Review, implement and document security policies, procedures, and standards.
Promote security awareness across the organization through end-user training, knowledge transfer and documentation of threats and vulnerabilities.
Participate as subject matter expert for information security on company technology projects and for technology changes.
Regularly review security related configurations of firewalls, routers, wireless clients, VPNs and proxy access.
Performs other projects and duties as needed and assigned.