Information Security Analyst

Overview

The Information Security Analyst, under general direction, ensures that appropriate Information Technology (IT) security policies, standards, procedures, and compliance requirements of Laredo College are met. Works with other departments to ensure network security, access control, physical security, application development, and management meet institution, Federal, State, and industry regulatory requirements.

• Conducts security reviews to ensure that information resources comply with institutional, Federal, State, and industry regulatory requirements.
• Investigates and respond to security alerts generated by information security systems.
• Performs technical analysis with a variety of Information Security Tools and techniques to identify, analyze, and resolve security threats, vulnerabilities, events, and incidents.
• Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to remediate or mitigate security vulnerabilities, events, and incidents.
• Assists with the conducting of periodic audits of internal data security controls to validate effectiveness, identify risks, and promote continuous improvement.
• Provides administrative support for the Security awareness program and other operational security activities.
• Periodically reviews security audit logs.
• Evaluates compliance with established security policies and standards.
• Conducts relevant research, data analysis, and develop reports.
• Participates in team problem-solving efforts and offers ideas to solve issues.
• Uses critical thinking to bring together information from multiple sources to determine if a threat is present.

To be considered for this position, you are required to upload your resume and unofficial transcript(s). If recommended for this position an official transcript(s) will be required. In addition, if a license or certificate is required for this position, upload proof of your current license/certificate.

• Associate in Applied Science Degree in a computer-related field with emphasis in computer networks or information security.
• Three years of related experience in IT, including at least one year in information security.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or Information Security
• Certification such as Security+, CISA, Associate CISSP, or equivalent

• Knowledge of information security principles and practices.
• Understanding of data security standards and protocols.
• Knowledge of technical support processes and protocol.
• Knowledge of NIST, TCF, or other security frameworks.

All hires are subject to a 90 day introductory review period.

Supervision Exercised:
Not Applicable

Associate Vice President of Information Technology

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in a standard office environment. Work inside a well-lighted and air-conditioned area most of the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Required to work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Immediate supervisor may assign other duties. May be required to work outside regular working hours, as needed. May be required to work at a different college work site or campus as needed.

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Laredo College is open to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, or national origin who are otherwise eligible for admission as students.

Furthermore, Laredo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and no applicant or employee will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or national origin. This institution will not enter knowingly into any contractual agreement for services or supplies with any firm failing to follow fair employment practices.

Foreign degrees require an evaluation for United States equivalency from an approved stated education agency or having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA.

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