IT Security Analyst

Position summary

Responsible for analytical operation of the security infrastructure (network and server hardening, pen test, patch management, access control over multiple platforms and applications, network auditing).

Actively monitor events from intrusion detection systems and system logs and notify appropriate groups in case of threats or vulnerabilities for immediate corrective actions.

Monitor security procedure requirements to ensure adherence to policy requirements and regulatory requirements.

Respond to security incidents.

Qualifications:

*College/University Degree in Information Security or 3 years’ experience managing systems/network security.

*Excellent verbal and written English communication skill is required.

Required Skills:

*Windows (Server 2008/2012) and Linux

*Cisco

*Pen Testing

*Security procedure development

*Security incident response execution

Beneficial Skills:

*Experience of Microsoft Windows 2008/2012 server and Active Directory.

*Experience in maintaining SEP firewall configuration on desktop.

*Experience in Microsoft Patch Management technologies.

*Experience in managing and delivering large complex projects.

*Familiarity with Patch/Release Deployment methods.

*Knowledge in vulnerability assessment tools.

*Knowledge in Intrusion detection and prevention technologies.

*Familiarity with Linux.

*Security designations such as CISSP, CISM, etc., would be of benefit but not necessary.

Personal characteristics:

*Candidates must possess excellent conceptual and analytical problem solving abilities and be able to troubleshoot issues in remote locations where on-site technical support is minimal.

*Must have good verbal and written communication skills and be able to produce technical documentation.

*Must have a desire to work in an IT security / IT operations role/function.

*Ability to develop compensating control processes and document outputs.

*Attention to detail.

*Must be detail oriented, able to work and act independently and able to successfully execute their part in complex projects.

*Must be able to keep deadlines and regular reporting to management.

*Responsibilities may require evening and weekend remote work in response to needs of the systems being supported.

*Physical demands

*Off-hours availability.

*Work Environment

*Call center operations