Information Security Analyst

Woopel; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 36,445 - 45,454; Full time

Job summary

Woopel is seeking an Information Security Analyst in Akron to identify and mitigate risks to our information systems. You will conduct vulnerability assessments, monitor networks, and implement security protocols to protect against cyber attacks. The role requires clear communication of risks and solutions to management.

This contract position is open to Canadian candidates with visa sponsorship available. Salary is $900 per week, with no accommodation provided; fluency in English is not

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in information security analysis.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Experience with vulnerability assessment tools and techniques.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements (HIPAA, GDPR).

Responsibilities

• Perform regular vulnerability assessments on our information systems.
• Monitor network activity for potential security threats.
• Develop and implement security protocols and procedures.
• Conduct forensic analysis in the event of a security breach.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and developments in information security.
• Communicate security risks and recommendations to management.

Skills

Vulnerability assessment

Network security

Threat monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Firewalls

Intrusion Detection Systems

Job description

City Akron Canada Profession Information Security Analyst

The Information Security Analyst will be responsible for identifying and mitigating potential security risks to our organizations information systems They will conduct regular vulnerability assessments monitor network activity and implement security protocols to protect against cyber attacks The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of information security best practices and be able to effectively communicate recommendations and solutions to management This is a contract position with a salary of $900 per week without accommodation but with visa sponsorship

Canadian candidates preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform regular vulnerability assessments on our information systems
• Monitor network activity for any potential security threats
• Develop and implement security protocols and procedures
• Conduct forensic analysis in the event of a security breach
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and developments in information security
• Communicate security risks and recommendations to management

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field
• Minimum of 2 years experience in information security analysis
• Strong knowledge of network protocols firewalls and intrusion detection systems
• Experience with vulnerability assessment tools and techniques
• Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements eg HIPAA GDPR
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred

• Industry certifications such as CISSP or CISM
• Experience with cloud computing environments eg AWS Azure
• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies eg NIST

Note This is a contract position for Canadian candidates with visa sponsorship available Salary is $900 per week without accommodation provided Fluency in English is not required for this job