IT Security Analyst

MediQuant LLC • Independence, OH

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About The Position

The IT Security Analyst’s role is to monitor computer networks and systems for security incidents and events and remediate them to the best of their ability. They may identify compromised systems and report on security measures taken to address threats. This role will also analyze security risks and develop response procedures. Additional duties may include developing and testing software deployment tools, firewalls and intrusion detection systems. They will also configure and maintain security software or devices to ensure the safety of company software, systems, and information. This role may also include the exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters related to software installation or network administration.

Requirements

• Associates Degree and certificates in computer related field or equivalent.
• 1-3 years in an IT Security role.
• Strong customer service and Information technology acumen.

Nice To Haves

• Security certification including Network+, Security+, CISA, CISSP or equivalent.
• Previous experience in Hospital & Healthcare, Computer Software industries.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and STIG compliance standards.
• Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years applicable experience.
• Experience with SIEM (Splunk), DLP (Forcepoint), log review, STIG standards and vulnerability management (Tenable), Pen Testing, AV Management, software security evaluation, Python

Responsibilities

• Analyzes security incidents and performs root cause analysis.
• Collects intrusion artifacts and uses discovered data to enable mitigation of potential cybersecurity defense incidents within the enterprise.
• Uses data collected from a variety of cyber defense tools to analyze events that occur for the purposes of mitigating threats.
• Monitors external data sources to maintain the currency of cybersecurity defense threat condition and determine which security issues may have an impact on the enterprise.
• Performs and supports security operations.
• Conducts and manages vulnerability management.
• Conducts and manages anti-virus management.
• Manages penetration testing and helps to remediate findings as needed.
• Performs assessments and reviews.
• Conducts software reviews from a security perspective.
• Performs internal and external security audits.
• Presents audit findings with summaries and reporting.
• Writes and submits cybersecurity defense techniques, guidance, and reports on incident findings to appropriate constituencies.
• Supports projects and continuous Improvement.
• Researches, evaluates, designs, tests, recommends, and plans implementation of new or improved network security software or devices.
• Analyzes new or enhanced software application or tool implementations to verify they meet existing network security requirements.
• Examines network topologies to understand and document data flows through the network and recommend changes as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree