Security Analyst I

Texas A&M University System•Corpus Christi, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Analyst I, under the supervision of the Chief Information Security Officer, shall follow processes and perform routine information security functions. This is an entry level Information Security team position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field
Four (4) months of related experience
High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years and four (4) months of related experience OR Associate's degree and two (2) years and four (4) months of related experience
Information Technology (IT) related experience.
Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system.

Nice To Haves

CompTIA Security+ Certification, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or ISC2 Associate Certification, is preferred but not required.
Knowledge of working with students, faculty, staff, and researchers in an environment governed by Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Monitor the presence of management and security agents on all university-owned assets and coordinate with responsible teams to remediate any deficiencies.
Verify that systems adhere to baseline security configurations and document any deviations through the change control process.
Conduct account reviews to ensure only authorized personnel can access university resources and the principle of least privilege is maintained.
Manage software reviews to ensure operating systems and applications are running supported versions. Coordinate with responsible teams to remediate any deficiencies.
Respond to security alerts (including outside normal business hours), performing initial triage, documentation, and escalation of potential security incidents.
Prepare monthly reports on non-compliance for security related issues.
Review security exception requests from various departments.
Monitor security ticketing queue to ensure tickets are properly addressed quickly.
Help to update, maintain, and document security controls and procedures.
Provide direct support to the client and internal IT groups for security related issues.
Facilitate periodic security awareness training and phishing simulations for staff to mitigate social engineering risks.
Engage as a security advocate by meeting regularly with IT teams and stakeholders to discuss security issues.
Support the Security Analyst II and cross-train to provide coverage during SA II absence.
Evaluate security products, services, and procedures to enhance productivity and effectiveness.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical ($0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Employee and Family coverage)
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM
ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES
Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits: Public Loan Forgiveness, Book scholarships, 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time Off: 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
12-15 paid holidays each year.