Security Analyst

Cwsc; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Computer World Services Corp (CWS) is seeking an experienced Security Analyst/Data Security Specialist to support planning, coordination, and implementation of information security programs. You will maintain and enhance security infrastructure including firewalls, IDS/IPS, log aggregation, and file integrity monitoring systems, while addressing threats and vulnerabilities.

The role requires 5–7 years in information security and hands-on experience with DLP, encryption, Netsparker, and SIEM

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, or Engineering, or four years of related experience.
• Five to seven years of information security experience or related field.
• Experience administering firewall systems, IDS/IPS, and DLP solutions.
• Knowledge of security protocols, encryption, and log aggregation.
• Experience with Netsparker for application security testing.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage firewall systems, IDS/IPS, log aggregation, web traffic filtering, and file integrity monitoring applications.
• Design and monitor security measures for LAN/WAN environments.
• Investigate Alerts from DLP agents and resolve DLP rule issues.
• Monitor systems for threats and respond to security incidents.
• Define requirements for future security programs and collaborate with teams.
• Implement encryption techniques and deploy security tools.
• Evaluate commercial security products and technologies.
• Maintain knowledge of firewalls, protocols, and security tools.
• Document security incidents, configurations, and process changes.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
• Incorporate Netsparker to identify and remediate web vulnerabilities.

Skills

Firewall administration

IDS/IPS

DLP

Encryption techniques

Log aggregation

Threat monitoring

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

4 years related experience substitute for education

Tools

Netsparker

IDS/IPS

SIEM platforms

Firewalls

Job description

Job Description

Computer World Services Corp (CWS) is seeking an experienced Security Analyst/Data Security Specialist to support the planning, coordination, and implementation of the organization's information security programs. This role involves maintaining and enhancing the security infrastructure, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, log aggregation, and file integrity monitoring systems, while addressing potential threats and vulnerabilities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of security practices, tools, and protocols and work closely with teams to investigate and resolve data security issues.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage firewall systems, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), log aggregation systems, web traffic filtering appliances, and file integrity monitoring applications.
• Design, implement, and monitor security measures for LAN/WAN environments to safeguard information systems.
• Investigate alerts from Data Loss Prevention (DLP) agents and support the resolution of DLP rule problems.
• Monitor systems for potential threats and respond promptly to security incidents.
• Facilitate the identification of current security infrastructure and define requirements for future programs.
• Collaborate with teams to implement encryption techniques and deploy security tools effectively.
• Evaluate and recommend commercial products and technologies for security solutions.
• Maintain a working knowledge of hardware/software firewalls, communication protocols, and security tools.
• Document security incidents, system configurations, and process changes.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and industry security standards and best practices.
• Incorporate application security testing using Netsparker to identify, validate, and remediate web application vulnerabilities, improving overall system security and compliance.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, or Engineering.
• Alternatively, four years of related experience may substitute for the educational requirement.

Experience

• 5-7 years of experience in information security, network security, or related fields.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in administering firewall systems, IDS/IPS, and DLP solutions.
• Strong understanding of communication protocols, encryption techniques, and security tools.
• Familiarity with log aggregation systems, web traffic filtering appliances, and file integrity monitoring applications.
• Netsparker experience.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and adapt to rapidly changing security landscapes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, or CEH.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms and advanced threat detection tools.
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls.
• ITIL certification v4 preferred.
• Applicants must be eligible to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• Potential hybrid work available for this position.

EEO Statement

Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].