Security Analyst I: Entry-Level Cyber Defense & Response

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Tuition Benefits

On-Campus Wellness

Retirement Plans

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is seeking an entry-level Security Analyst I to join the Information Security team under the Chief Information Security Officer. The role focuses on monitoring university assets, enforcing baseline configurations, reviewing accounts, and responding to security alerts, with 40% emphasis on Monitor & Respond.

The position also handles documentation and support (40%) by preparing monthly non-compliance reports, updating controls, and aiding IT groups; plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.
• Four (4) months of related experience.
• Information Technology (IT) related experience.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the presence of management and security agents on university-owned assets and coordinate remediation.
• Prepare monthly reports on non-compliance for security-related issues and update security controls.
• Facilitate periodic security awareness training and phishing simulations for staff; cross-train to cover SA II.

Skills

IT experience

Security basics

Access controls

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is seeking an entry-level Security Analyst I to join the Information Security team under the Chief Information Security Officer. The role focuses on monitoring university assets, enforcing baseline configurations, reviewing accounts, and responding to security alerts, with 40% emphasis on Monitor & Respond.

The position also handles documentation and support (40%) by preparing monthly non-compliance reports, updating controls, and aiding IT groups; plus