Information Security Analyst

Integrated Resources Inc.; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm seeks an Information Security Analyst for a 6-month engagement in Newark, DE. The analyst will monitor security incidents, analyze events, and assist with customer security needs. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's in Information Security and strong analytical skills, contributing effectively to a team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Information Security required.
• 0+ years experience in information systems security required.
• Experience with domain structures and digital signatures desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform real-time monitoring and analysis of security events.
• Review logs to identify and report security violations.
• Interact with customers to address security needs.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A Few Words About UsIntegrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.

Job Description

Position: Information Security Analyst

Location: NEWARK, DE

Duration: 6 Months

Job Description:

• The Tier I Information Security Analyst is responsible for executing day-to-day tasks in the Security Operations Center 24x7. These tasks include: answering the NASS security support hotline, monitoring the NASS security support mailbox, creating tickets for client requests, monitoring and responding to Instant Messaging applications, and executing a variety of scripted actions on timed intervals. This position will also act as Tier I support for several endpoint services.

Responsibilities:

• Eyes on glass monitoring and resolution of security incidents within established customer Service Level Agreements.

• Perform daily operational 'eyes on glass' real-time monitoring and analysis of security events from multiple sources including but not limited to events from Security Information Monitoring tools, network and host based intrusion detection systems, firewall logs, system logs (Unix & Windows), mainframes, midrange, applications and databases.

• Monitors and analyzes attempted efforts to compromise security protocols. Identifies and investigates activities and conducts and provides analyses regarding results. Escalates issues to higher level associates.

• Reviews computer logs and messages to identify and report possible violations of security. Coordinates, documents, and reports on internal investigations of security violations.

• Interacts with customers to understand their security needs; assists in the development and implementation of procedures to accommodate them.

• Writes security status reports to provide system status, report potential and actual security violations and provide procedural recommendations.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Information Security is required.

• Zero or more years of experience in information systems security

• Experience working with operating systems

• Experience working with domain structures and digital signatures

• Experience working with computer desktop packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.

Qualifications

Other Qualifications:

• Communication skills to interact with team members, management, and support personnel

• Analytical and problem solving skills for design, creation and testing of security systems

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team