IT Analyst, Cyber Security

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Uniondale (NY)

On-site

USD 87,000 - 107,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options available

Excellent health insurance

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

LIPA seeks an IT Analyst, Cyber Security to protect Long Island Power Authority’s information assets and networks. You will implement and monitor security controls, assess risks, and collaborate with system admins and business units to enforce security policies.

Role emphasizes proactive monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident response within a regulated, critical infrastructure environment; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field.
At least 3 years of IT and cyber security experience.
One of the listed certifications: CISSP/SSCP or CompTIA Cyber Security+.
Knowledge of regulatory security standards and procedures.
Understanding of network architecture and topologies.
Ability to monitor and troubleshoot cyber security problems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoots, maintains, upgrades cyber security hardware and software.
Monitors security incidents and responds using incident response practices.
Conducts security audits and provides gap analysis against standards.
Administers user identifications and access controls at the application level.
Monitors security logs for intrusions and violations.
Participates in planning and implementation of security design for new applications.
Assists in disaster recovery tests and business continuity planning.
Supports privacy and security policy compliance.
Delivers cyber security awareness training to diverse audiences.
Works with vendors on audits, vulnerability assessments, and mitigation plans.

Skills

Cyber security knowledge

Incident response

Security auditing

Networking concepts

Vulnerability assessment

Security monitoring

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in IT or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Cyber Security

Tools

ISC2 CISSP or SSCP

CompTIA Cyber Security+

Job description

Who We Are

We are a team of motivated, engaged, and exceptionally talented self-starters, willing to roll up our sleeves and do what is necessary to get the job done. If you are interested in joining this dynamic team and have a passion to learn, develop, and want your experience to make an immediate impact, please apply.

To find out more about us, please visit our website: www.lipower.org

What We Offer

We offer an environment of continuous development and growth with a thriving company culture, exceptional colleagues, and exceptional benefits. Our benefit package includes:

Hybrid work options available and flexible hours
Excellent health insurance
No employee cost for dental and vision insurance
Paid holidays and generous paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Educational assistance opportunities
Multiple retirement plan options with company contribution
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending account with company contribution
Life Insurance
529 College Savings Program
$300 Wellness Reimbursement

What You’ll Do At LIPA

The IT Analyst, Cyber Security assists in fulfilling LIPA’s purpose of clean, reliable, and affordable electric service for our customers on Long Island and the Rockaways and supports the Department of Innovation and Information Technology (“DoIIT”) by installing, testing, monitoring, and configuring LIPA’s network security hardware and software systems to ensure the protection of LIPA’s information assets from unauthorized use, modification, or destruction.

The IT Analyst, Cyber Security will also provide day-to-day security management and ongoing security auditing and collaborate with system administrators and business unit partners to ensure the security of all business systems. The Analyst will assess business systems security requirements and propose recommendations consistent with the NIST CSF Framework. In addition, this role will assist in the oversight and performance management of LIPA’s Service Provider’s cyber security program.

The IT Analyst, Cyber Security will bring a creative and innovative approach and solutions to all projects. Working under moderate supervision, this position will apply their diversified knowledge and technical skills in network and application security and exercise considerable latitude for independent judgement and discretion within established policies and procedures. As an IT professional, the Analyst contributes to achieving the Department of Innovation and Information Technology Work Plan and actively supports the development and execution of LIPA-wide projects and objectives.

Essential Job Functions include:

Troubleshoots, maintains, upgrades, and provides solutions to cyber security related hardware and software problems.
Monitors the occurrence of security incidents and responds using incident response best practices.
Conducts security audits and provides gap analysis against security practices and standards based on corporate compliance.
Administers user identifications and access controls at the application level.
Monitors security logs to detect possible intrusions, suspicious activity, and security violations.
Conducts periodic audits of application security settings.
Participates in the planning and implementation of security design for all new applications.
Assists in disaster recovery tests and business continuity planning.
Monitors and enforces information privacy and security policies and procedures compliance.
Supports information security awareness through training, orientations, and written communications appropriate for diverse audiences.
Participates in testing and evaluation of IT internal controls with regard to corporate security risks, internal and external audits and reports, and sensitive data exposures.
Participates in projects and provides updates on the cyber security tasks and ensures timely completion of tasks.
Participates in internal and external project teams and/or vendors working on security-related issues, resolves and proposes solutions.
Maintains knowledge of existing regulations pertaining to information system security and privacy.
Works closely with subject matter experts and vendors to complete projects, including audits, vulnerability assessments, mitigation plans, and other various activities as needed.
Supports cyber security improvement and life cycle projects.
Availability to work odd or extra hours to provide 24x7 monitoring and response.
Performs of other related duties as required.

What We Need

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or Information Technology focusor related field
Three (3) years of IT & Cyber Security tools and technologies experience
Must have one of the following certifications:
ISC2 CISSP or SSCP
CompTIA Cyber Security
Working knowledge and understanding of LIPA’s regulatory security standards and procedures and development
Knowledge of the latest standard practices for communication protocols and browser technologies
Knowledge of information security technology, design, research techniques, operating standards, and quality control methods
Understanding of network architecture and topologies
Ability to perform monitoring and troubleshooting of cyber security problems
Fundamental knowledge of Firewall security
System audit skills and/or information security experience (certifications)
Ability to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities
Understanding of cybersecurity threats and hacking methods
Ability to analyze large volumes of information from multiple sources in order to draw conclusions regarding suspicious patterns
Ability to plan and provide IT security awareness training
Ability to interface with system administrators from other platforms
Excellent written and verbal communication skills appropriate for diverse audiences
Ability to work with highly confidential and sensitive internal employee and organizational matters
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Innovative flexible thinker and a team player
Project Management experience