IT Security Analyst
About The Position
Responsible for performing risk assessment, security analysis, and developing remediation plans. The primary goal is to reduce downtime and maintain the capacity for future growth due to security issues within Systems and Networks. This role involves developing and implementing IT Security standards and best practices, creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for security systems, and performing the deployment, integration, and initial configuration of new security solutions. The analyst will also be responsible for server administration and management, identifying security vulnerabilities, developing data security procedures including incident response, securing and auditing Microsoft server environments, evaluating and improving the PCO and SOX security framework, and collaborating on Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery. The position requires independent work with minimal supervision and documented activities.
Requirements
- Knowledge of security monitoring tools such as UTM, IPS, IDS, and other security appliances.
- Must be very comfortable with technical elements of network security and design, including TCP/IP, Firewalls, IPS/IDS, routers.
- Understanding of WAN, MPLS, and technologies such as VoIP is beneficial.
- Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as needed.
Nice To Haves
- CISSP or SANS GIA certification is a plus.
- Minimum 4+ years of experience in information technology security or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
- Excellent attitude and interpersonal skills.
- Project management, organizational, and prioritizing skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform risk assessment, security analysis, and develop remediation plans.
- Reduce downtime and maintain capacity for future growth due to security issues within Systems and Networks.
- Develop and implement IT Security standards and best practices.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented security systems/networks and updates.
- Perform the deployment, integration, and initial configuration of new security solutions and enhancements to existing ones.
- Setup, install, configure, administer, maintain, monitor, and support physical and virtual servers, including Linux and VMware ESX/Vsphere.
- Lead/drive processes to identify security vulnerabilities with networks & systems; provide technical advice & support.
- Develop, implement, and maintain internal procedures to ensure data security, including incident response handling.
- Secure and audit Microsoft server environments, such as Microsoft Windows Active Directory services and other server roles.
- Evaluate and improve the existing PCO and SOX security framework within the organization.
- Develop and collaborate with efforts for Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery.
- Work independently with very little supervision while providing documented activities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Performance-based bonuses
- Paid time off
- Retirement Plan (401k) with company-matched contributions
- Education Advancement, for employees and qualified dependents, via the Confie Enablement Scholarship Fund
- Fitness Reimbursement – up to $15/month for gym memberships
- Inclusive workplace through a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Employee Assistance Program – confidential support for personal or professional challenges, at no cost
- Optional plans for disability, hospital indemnity, health advocate program, universal life, critical illness, accident insurance, and even pet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
