Information Security Analyst I

Global Payments; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Global benefits and wellbeing programs

Learning & development opportunities

Inclusive team environment

Community involvement & volunteering

Job summary

Global Payments is seeking an Information Security Analyst to join the GSOC team in Columbus, GA. You will evaluate, test, and maintain information security policies and systems, ensuring alignment with standards and controls.

You will monitor networks for threats, investigate security events, and assist in implementing containment and remediation. The role involves risk assessment, compliance, and ongoing security improvements across hardware, firmware, and software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Info Security, or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in security operations, incident handling or risk assessment.
• Experience with Unix/Linux/Windows security operations and incident response.
• Familiarity with ISO, PCI, HIPAA/PII guidelines and security controls.

Responsibilities

• Monitor complex systems and respond to threats against the Global Payments network using intrusion detection software.
• Investigate security events by reviewing log data and triaging security incidents.
• Perform incident handling including containment, protection and remediation activities.
• Develop threat models and assess emerging threats affecting information assets.
• Design and configure security systems (proxy, remote access, mail gateway, WAF, SIEM) under supervision.
• Assess risks and stay current with security frameworks and compliance programs.

Skills

Security monitoring

Incident handling

Threat analysis

IS security architecture

Security standards knowledge

Network security concepts

Security compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Info Security

Tools

Intrusion Detection Software

SIEM

Web Application Firewall

IDS/IPS

Proxy & Email Gateway

Job description

• Location Columbus, Georgia, United States

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Information Security Analyst to join our ever evolving GSOC team and help shape the future of global commerce.

Evaluate, test, recommend, develop, coordinate, monitor, and maintain information security policies, procedures and systems, including hardware, firmware and software . Ensure that IS security architecture/designs, plans, controls, processes, standards, policies and procedures are aligned with IS standards and overall IS security . Identify security risks and exposures, determines the causes of security violations and suggests procedures to halt future incidents. Investigates and resolves security incidents and recommends enhancements to improve security. Develop techniques and procedures for conducting IS security risk assessments and compliance audits, the evaluation and testing of hardware, firmware and software for possible impact on system security, and the investigation and resolution of security incidents.

What you’ll own:

• Under moderate supervision monitors complex systems and response to known and emerging threats against the Global Payments network via intrusion detection software
• Conducts detailed, comprehensive investigation of security issues by reviewing security log data, interpreting data in support of security event management process from various data feeds and triages on a wide variety of security events.
• Under supervision performs incident handling process by maintaining knowledge in implementation of containment, protection and remediation activities.
• Enhances knowledge of new and emerging threats that can affect the organization's information assets by analyzing of third party software/solutions, IT configuration changes (including access control requests), and network/system architecture from risk perspective
• Under supervision designs and configures security systems, including proxy, remote access, mail gateway, intrusion prevention, wireless networking, data leak prevention, security information and event management and web application firewalls.
• Following guidance assesses and disseminates threats related to the enterprise in regard to current vulnerability by managing and developing an emerging threat model.
• Under supervision assesses risks based on changes to implementation of ISO(International Organization for Standardization/BSO(Business Services Online); enhances knowledge of PCI(Payment Card Industry)/Logical Security guidelines and models, HIPPA(health insurance portability and accountability act), PII(Personally Identifiable Information), and Card personalization.
• Participates in creating cost effective solutions for system/application development regarding Information Security processes and concepts in applicable systems and software.
• Works under close supervision to perform day-to-day Information Security functions pertaining to numerous security software products and processes.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Relevant Experience or Degree in: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Info Security, or related field. Or relevant work experience in a related field.
• Typically Minimum 2 Years Relevant Exp
• Including network operations or engineering or system administration on Unix, Linux, MAC(Message Authentication Code), or Windows; common security operations, intrusion detection systems, Security Incident Even Management systems, Penetration Testing, Web Application assessment, Secure Coding practices.

It’s a bonus if you have:

• Professional certifications CISSP(Certified Information System Security Professional),CISM(Certified Information Security Manager) ,CISA(Certified-Information-Systems-Auditor),GSEC(GIAC Security Essentials) ,Network +,Security +
• Typically Minimum 4 Years Relevant Exp
• Knowledge of industry standard security compliance programs PCI(Payment Card Industry), SOX(Sarbanes-Oxley) , GLBA(Gramm Leach Bliley Act), etc.)
  

Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team.

We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do. Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global.

Our perks - what we’ll bring for you

We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.

- A competitive salary and benefits package that recognizes your contribution

- Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career within a global business

- Access to learning, development and on-the-job experiences that expand your expertise

- A supportive, inclusive team environment where your ideas and input matter

- Time to give back through community and charity initiatives

- A global employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing

- Recognition through a global platform that celebrates your achievements

Applicant must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; We will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Diversity and EEO Statements

Global Payments is an organization that stands against racism, intolerance and injustice in all its forms — one that respects, honors and celebrates the diversity of our team members and the differences among us. Our commitment to fostering a company culture that values and respects Inclusion and Diversity is steadfast. Standing together as one company, we will continue to work to drive positive change for the communities in which we live and work and stamp out injustice.

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EEOC Statement

Global Payments is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here .

If you are made a conditional offer of employment and will be working in the United States, you will be required to undergo a drug test. In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies and requirements needed to successfully perform the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with qualified disabilities both during the hiring process, as well as to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, if hired.

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My Health

We offer access to medical coverage that supports the health and wellbeing for you and your family.

My Money

In addition to base salary, you may be eligible for bonuses and/or equity awards, determined by role, level, impact, and our policies.

My Lifestyle

We have a dedicated Wellness Week each year – which includes an extra paid day off - so you can take time to relax, recharge and invest in your wellbeing.

My Family

FLEX, our family inclusion community, offers support for all Globalpayers at every stage, from raising families to caring for loved ones

My Time Off

We offer paid time off and public holidays so you can rest, recharge and spend time on what matters most.

Privacy Statement

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Sourcing Model

Recruitment at Global Payments works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. Global Payments does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.