Network Security Analyst

Confidential Jobs; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A security-focused organization is seeking a Network Security Analyst with Health Service Management experience in Austin, TX. This mid-senior level contract role involves ensuring the security of information systems, investigating breaches, and implementing cybersecurity measures. Applicants should have a strong background in network security and the ability to evaluate and improve existing tools. A hands-on approach to troubleshooting software and hardware issues is essential, as well as the capability to recommend risk reduction strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience as a network security analyst focusing on health services.
• Knowledge in cybersecurity tools and vulnerability assessments.
• Ability to recommend and implement security measures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the security of information systems and networks.
• Investigate security breaches and develop strategies for issues.
• Install and administer security tools, updating software as needed.
• Evaluate existing cybersecurity tools and implement risk reduction plans.

Skills

Network security

Software and hardware troubleshooting

Cybersecurity tools evaluation

Health Service Management experience

Job description

Title: Network Security Analyst - (Must have Health Service Management exp)

Location: Austin, TX – Onsite (Locals Only)

Contract Duration: Long-term Contract

Job Description:

A network security analyst ensures that information systems and computer networks are secure. This includes protecting the company against hackers and cyber-attacks, as well as monitoring network traffic and server logs for activity that seems unusual. Additionally, these analysts are responsible for finding vulnerabilities in the computer networks and creating recommendations for how to minimize these vulnerabilities. The network security analyst investigates security breaches, develops strategies for any security issues that arise, and utilizes the help of firewalls and antivirus software to maintain security.

• Responsible for installation, administration and troubleshooting software and hardware issues for our security tools.
• They are also responsible for updating software with latest security patches.
• They also develop and update network security.
• Evaluate and review existing Health Service Management Cybersecurity tools and controls to determine gaps, provide recommendations, and implement risk reduction plans for the organization.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Software Development and Health and Human Services