Senior Security Analyst

Troy University; Troy (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Troy University is seeking a Senior Security Analyst responsible for overseeing information security incident response activities and managing vulnerability assessments. The candidate should have at least five years of IT experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

The role involves developing, implementing, and reviewing security policies and conducting risk assessments. Excellent knowledge in various information security technologies and practices is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1. Minimum of five years of related IT experience.
• 2. Demonstrated technical expertise in multiple information security domains.
• 3. Excellent team participation skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee information security incident response activities.
• Manage vulnerability assessments and security configuration audits.
• Draft and review information security policies.

Skills

Technical expertise in information security

Team participation

Written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Security incident response tools

Malware prevention software

Network security tools

Job description

Position Information

• Posting Number: SF2540P
• Position Title: Senior Security Analyst
• Position Type: Professional/Salaried
• Department: Information Technology - Troy
• Division: Finance and Administration
• Campus: Troy
• Work Status: Full-Time (FT)
• Temporary: No
• Location: Troy - T01

Job Summary

The Senior Security Analyst position is responsible for technical and thought‑leadership duties for multiple information security disciplines such as incident response, vulnerability management, intrusion detection and prevention, threat hunting, security operations, security policy, and awareness/education; oversight of information security incident response activities, risk assessment and risk‑management activities, and vulnerability assessment and vulnerability management activities spanning University and business units; managing detailed network, operating system, database, and application vulnerability assessments and security configuration audits; managing information security initiatives; oversight of operational tasks supporting information security functions such as intrusion detection and prevention, security event log analysis, management reporting, malware prevention and remediation, encryption, network segmentation, remote access, cloud security, and authentication; supporting, maintaining, monitoring, troubleshooting and enhancing security infrastructure tools, methodologies, software, and hardware; drafting and reviewing information security policies, processes, and procedures; reviewing information security awareness and education materials and other documentation; determining and documenting information security requirements and controls necessary for the protection of information resources; providing guidance and assistance regarding information security matters such as the interpretation of information security policies and requirements or their applicability to particular situations; independently maintaining automated tools and methodologies in support of Information Security functions; analyzing data from Information Security functions and providing reports and recommended response actions to Information Security management; representing Information Security to other organizations on information security related matters, as assigned; publishing regular status reports and submission to management; and performing other related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 2. Minimum of five years of related IT experience
• 3. Demonstrated technical expertise in multiple information security domains
• 4. OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• 5. Excellent team participation skills
• 6. Good written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 1. Knowledge of information security technologies, methodologies, and best practices in the domains of: security incident response, vulnerability assessment and management, intrusion detection and prevention, system administration (Windows, OS X, Linux, etc.), security administration of networks, operating systems, databases and applications, access control, encryption, firewalls and proxies, networking, security event log analysis, malware prevention and remediation, cloud technologies, programming/scripting, and risk assessment and management
• 2. Security certifications (e.g. SANS/GIAC, CISSP, CISA, CISM).

Additional Information

• Will require driving: No
• Work Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Additional hours as needed for security updates and projects.
• Hazardous conditions or physical demands: NA
• Supervisory responsibility: No
• Posting date: 06/11/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Troy University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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