IT Information Security Analyst I - 991296 ** Internal to Department Only**

Nova Southeastern University; Florida; In loco; USD 40.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Nova Southeastern University is seeking an entry-level information security triage professional to support the Information Security Office. The role involves monitoring detections, collecting and distilling incident information, and assisting in remediation actions for system owners and developers.

The position emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, vulnerability assessment, and forensic support as needed, with an annual pay basis and potential for growth within the security team.

Competenze

• Basic understanding of information technology and information security practices.
• Ability to convey complex technical concepts to varying audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with minimal supervision.

Mansioni

• Collaborates with stakeholders to support information security efforts.
• Reviews security and access logs; triages incidents.
• Runs vulnerability assessment tools and performs manual testing to identify weaknesses.
• Prepares vulnerability reports and communicates remediation actions to system owners.

Conoscenze

InfoSec basics

Communication skills

Problem solving

Project management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Formazione

High School Diploma

Descrizione del lavoro

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeast University!

Nova Southeast University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southeast University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeast University.

Primary Purpose

Serves as the entry-level / initial triage resource of the information security office. Facilitates the continuous monitoring and response activities based on the detections of critical cybersecurity tools and systems. Collects, collates and distills critical cybersecurity incident information to stakeholders within the Information Security team.

Job Category

Exempt

Pay Basis

Annually

Subject to Grant Funding?

No

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborates with stakeholders.
• Assists in reviewing security and access log monitoring and triaging incidents identified from such monitoring.
• Assists in running various vulnerability assessment tools and conducting manual testing to identify vulnerabilities within applications.
• Contributes to preparation and presentation of vulnerability reports and communicates remediation actions to system owners and developers.
• Assists with forensic and internal investigations as required.
• Assists with risk assessments and other IT Security related projects.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of information technology and information security practices, including the areas of host security, platform architecture, network perimeter security, intrusion detection/prevention, application security modeling, physical security, systems integrity, and disaster recovery.
• Ample vocabulary of both technical and informative language to be applied in the communication of complex technology concepts to varying audiences.

Skills

• Complex Problem Solving – Proficient skills in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong motivational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to interact with a wide range of internal staff members and external professionals, including regulators, consultants, auditors, legal counsel, ethics, and others.
• Outstanding negotiation skills are essential.
• Good analytical skills

Abilities

• Ability to multi-task effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to rapidly learn new technologies and business functions.
• Able to work independently as well as with minimum supervision and in a team environment.
• Able to meet deadlines and effectively manage own time accordingly.

Physical Requirements And Working Environment

• Speech Recognition - Must be able to identify and understand the speech of another person.
• Speech Clarity - Must be able to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Near Vision - Must be able to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Travel - Must be able to travel on a daily and/or overnight basis.
• May be required to work nights or weekends.
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils, and computer keyboards.

Required Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required Experience:

High School Diploma and five (5) years' experience in a cybersecurity or technical support environment,

Associate's degree and three (3) years' experience in a cybersecurity or technical support environment,

Bachelor's degree and minimum one (1) year experience in a cybersecurity or technical support environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CompTIA Security + or GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC).
• ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Is this a safety sensitive position?

No

Background Screening Required?

Yes

Pre-Employment Conditions

Sensitivity Disclaimer:

Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.