Information Security Analyst, Office of Information Technology

Nevada System of Higher Education; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Faculty benefits

Fitness center

Employee discounts

Mountain EAP

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno Office of Information Technology is seeking a strategical, security-focused Information Security Analyst to monitor networks, logs, and systems for threats and to coordinate incident response. The role includes developing security metrics and overseeing vulnerability assessments and SIEM/logging systems.

Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with 2 years of related experience or a master’s with 1 year, plus experience in cyber security incident

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of related work experience; OR
• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution and 1 year related work experience.
• Experience in cyber security incident management, malware analysis, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, computer and network forensics. Software design or development.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network traffic, logs, and system alerts for trends and breaches.
• Identify, analyze, and report on security metrics and ongoing vulnerability assessments.
• Coordinate incident response and perform forensic investigations when needed.
• Oversee SIEM, logging, and analytics platforms; mentor student or junior staff on security procedures.

Skills

Cyber security experience

Incident management

Malware analysis

Vulnerability assessment

Penetration testing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in CS or related

Master’s Degree

Tools

SIEM

Log analysis

Job description

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at [phone] or [e-mail].

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno Office of Information Technology is currently searching for a strategical, security focused Information Security Analyst.The primary function of this position is to monitor network traffic, activity logs and systems alerts for trends, anomalies, intrusion attempts and potential breaches. They would also identify, collect, analyze, interpret, and assist in the development of security metrics and reports as well as ongoing vulnerability assessments.

In the event of an incident the Information Security Analyst would serve as the primary coordinator for a response. This would include performing network and system forensic investigation, malware analysis, documentation, and final reporting. This position would also oversee the management of the systems that manage logging, analysis, and incident response. This includes the SIEM, syslog servers, net flow aggregation systems, vulnerability assessment, and other analytic platforms. In addition, this position would mentor student employees or other IT employees in proper security procedures and practices.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institutionand (2) years of related work experience; OR

Master’s Degree from an accredited institution and one (1) year related work experience.

Related Experience:

Experience in cyber security incident management, malware analysis, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, computer and network forensics. Software design or development.

Compensation Grade

Administrative Faculty – B

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Remarkable Retirement

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day.Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual “A” or “B” contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

Perks of Working at UNR

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance

• Generous annual, sick leave, long term disability and life insurance – Faculty Benefits

• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center

• Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders

• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life’s difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.

• Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate

• No state income tax!

Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees

The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner.

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.

Department Information

Office of Information Technology department provides computing, software, and communications support services to students, faculty, and staff throughout the University.

Information Security is responsible for all aspects of digital information and system protection for the Universitycampus and affiliated entities. This unit engages with the different administrative areas and academic departmentsto assist in managing security procedures and policies. Manages the incident response, business continuity, vulnerability monitoring and other information security related processes. In addition, it oversees the centralized identitymanagement system on campus.

Contact Information

Search Coordinator, Amy McKillip at [e-mail]

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

This posting is open until filled

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver’s license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service‑connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).

About Us

The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada’s original land‑grant university, the University serves more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.

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