Senior IT Security Analyst

Western Governors University • Raleigh, NC

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior IT Security Analyst uses their knowledge of current security methods and standards to gather operational information and assess and analyst tools, systems, and processes in defense of applications, systems, and networks and collaborate with Infrastructure and business teams. The Senior IT Security Analyst is a lead support role for the IT Security team. They will provide mentorship, administrative service and support for monitoring systems, security breaches, providing investigative analysis and supporting incident response plans, security awareness, risk assessments, document review, vendor risk, vulnerability management and threat hunting. They will also engage in the support of other security focused tools and services and other duties as assigned. In addition, they may be asked to assist with risk assessments, forensics analysis, data collection, user training and other security related tasks. As a Security Analyst II Senior Security Engineer, you will help strengthen WGU’s security posture across applications, networks, and cloud environments. You will design and operate Zero Trust–aligned solutions, respond to security incidents, and partner closely with engineering and architecture teams to protect sensitive data and critical services for our learners and employees. Your work will directly support WGU’s commitment to innovation and secure, modern technology experiences.

Requirements

• CISSP or equivalent knowledge and experience in information security.
• 3 5 or more years of hands-on experience in Information Security, Security Engineering, Cloud Security Engineering, or Network Security Engineering.
• Practical experience with security infrastructure tooling including and Zero Trust Architecture and related tools such as NordLayer, Cloudflare One, Zscaler, Twingate, and/or Palo Alto Networks.
• Strong background in securing and administering network devices and operating systems, including configuration hardening and access control.
• Proven experience in incident handling, computer forensics, intrusion detection systems, firewalls, antivirus, and centralized logging / syslog.
• Experience working with compliance and regulatory requirements and interpreting and implementing security standards in a corporate environment.

Nice To Haves

• 8 or more years of information security experience, especially in Network and cloud Security roles.
• Experience designing and deploying security solutions in cloud environments such as AWS or Azure, and with endpoint security platforms.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, GIAC, CCSP, CCSK, AWS security certifications, or similar, plus experience creating end‑user security documentation and operating guides.
• Experience in lieu of education An equivalent combination of training, experience, credentials, or accomplishments demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in information security, specializing in Zero Trust Architecture, cloud, and network engineering.
• Mentor and supervise less experienced security engineers and analysts.
• Collaborate with architects, risk professionals, and other specialists to build and integrate security tools and procedures.
• Handle Occasionally participate in penetration testing, incident handling, digital forensics, continuous monitoring, and intrusion detection/prevention.
• Implement tools, processes, and communications supporting security initiatives.
• Develop and maintain documentation for security systems and procedures.
• Evaluate, select, test, and implement security-focused products and services.
• Lead or and participate in projects addressing security risks across technical domains.
• Operate security tools and processes, ensuring consistent execution of established practices.
• Investigate and correct unusual security configurations and implementations.
• Continuously improve security practices and collaborate on new practices.
• Efficiently process service request tickets.

Benefits

• eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed