Information Security Analyst I at University of the Pacific

Primary PurposeThe Information Security Analyst I provides support for the operational and consultative functions of the University of the Pacific Information Security department in collaboration with the Pacific Technology division and stakeholders across the University. The Information Security Analyst I helps design implement manage and monitor technical administrative and physical controls used to protect the confidentiality integrity and availability of the Universitys information assets.Essential FunctionsConfigure/operate/audit various information security controls such as antivirus/antimalware firewall etc. to ensure control effectiveness and report/present results to management and technical staff. Analyze findings from security monitoring systems such as Data Loss Prevention Firewall and Security Information Event Management consoles to identify and respond to security incidents. Conduct vulnerability scans and penetration tests to identify security risks and report findings to system owners and advise on remediation as needed. Participate in security incident response by conducting forensic investigations isolating malware identifying attack vectors and providing guidance on containment and remediation. Participate in organizations disaster recovery and business continuity planning testing and execution. Respond to service requests received from end users or other teams (e.g. for investigation of security events reviewing change requests on systems impacting security or addressing user access requests). Assist in delivering security awareness training for the organizations staff and students as needed. Maintain knowledge and advise staff and students on organizations policies standards and procedures relating to information security. Participate in campus-wide information security events and programs to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing between departments. 247 on-call support rotation may be required. Performs other related duties as assigned. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity equity and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of and responsiveness to the ways socio-cultural forces related to race gender ability sexuality socio-economic status etc. impede or propel students faculty and staff.Minimum QualificationsAssociates Degree in computer science technology or related field. Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in developing designing auditing installing delivering operating or maintaining information security systems in a higher education or enterprise environment.Preferred QualificationsEducation/Experience/Certifications: Bachelors Degree in computer science or related field. Entry level information security certification such as Security GSEC or SSCP . Skills/Knowledge and Expertise: Ability to configure operating systems commonly used in servers desktops and mobile devices. Knowledge of networking equipment and practices used in an enterprise IT environment. Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Ability to analyze data using spreadsheets databases scripts etc. Ability to work in a team environment and take direction and guidance. Ability to research and learn outside of formal training. Time management organizational skills and ability to complete tasks as assigned. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice equity and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.Required Experience:IC Key Skills IT Experience,Splunk,IDS,Cybersecurity,FIPS,PCI,NIST Standards,Information Security,Encryption,FISMA,RMF,Siem Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 31 - 35