IT Security Analyst

Loop Recruiting, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for an IT Security Analyst to enhance its security posture by managing and monitoring security software and solutions. You will be responsible for maintaining application security, overseeing physical security controls, and responding to security incidents. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree, Security+ certification, and at least two years of experience in IT Security.

Qualifications

• Security+ certification required.
• At least two (2) years experience in hands-on IT Security.
• Experience with firewalls, SIEMs, TCP/IP, and encryption solutions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installs, administers, and maintains security software and solutions.
• Monitors network for security-related issues and suggests remediation.
• Reviews security logs daily and responds to security incidents.

Skills

Security event management (SIEM)

Endpoint security

Data loss prevention

Network security monitoring

Education

Associate’s degree in a computer-related field

Tools

Firewalls

IPS/IDS

DLP

VPN

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Overview:

The IT Security Analyst will support the Company’s ability to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its physical and information assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing system access controls and security solutions.

Responsibilities:

Installs, administers, and maintains security software and solutions, including endpoint security, data loss prevention, security event management (SIEM), IPS/IDS, and other security products.

Monitors enterprise network for security-related issues and suggests remediation.

Responds to requests, provides assistance/technical support, and troubleshoots/resolves problems in a timely manner. Maintains open communication with users regarding questions, problems, project status, and deadlines.

Oversees physical security controls, including security badges and camera systems.

Reviews security logs daily. Analyzes, responds to, and remediates security incidents or suspicious activity.

Qualifications:

Associate’s degree in a computer-related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Security+ certification required; CCNA: Security and CySA+ certifications desired.

At least two (2) years experience in hands-on IT Security.

Experience working with firewalls, SIEMs, IPS/IDS, TCP/IP, anti-virus, end point protection, DLP, Web Proxy, VPN, public key infrastructure, email filtering, and/or encryption solutions preferred.