Data Security Analyst

Job Title: Data Security AnalystLocation: Austin TXFull Time/ PermanentContact: Syed.Khaliq@Synechron.comThe RoleResponsibilities:Data Security analyst tasked with implementing and operating IT security solutions to ensure the infrastructure is secure.The analyst will well-versed in best practice and regularly interface with Bank GISteam for latest guidance, recommendations and requirements.As part of responsibilities they will be consulted regularly and provide research and decisions on security-related items in support of our applications.Assists in the development, testing and implementation of security plans, products and control techniques.Coordinates the reporting data security incidents.Provides technical support to client and management and staff in risk assessments and implementation of appropriate data security procedures and products.Executes security controls to prevent hackers from infiltrating company information or jeopardizing e-commerce programs.Researches attempted eff orts to compromise security protocols. Administers security policies to control access to systems and maintains the company firewall.Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.Uses and applies basic technical principles, concepts and techniques.Requirements:You are:Typically 3-5 years of IT experience.Strong understanding of various IT infrastructure components such as networking, servers, and security.Worked with scanning and reporting products (McAfee, ESM, Qualys, Tanium etc.).Strong understanding of information security and best practices.Strong communication skills.Experience with Tipping Point IDS.Experience with proxy management (BlueCoat, McAfee Web Gateway etc.).Experience with certificate management. Experience with HSMs.Experience with pen-testing and vulnerability scanning.We can offer you:A highly competitive compensation and benefits packageA multinational organization with 55 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroadLaptop and a mobile phone10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)Maternity & Paternity leave plansA comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)Retirement savings plansA higher education certification policyCommuter benefits (varies by region)Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal developmentOn-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated coursesCoaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groupsCutting edge projects at the worlds leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firmsA flat and approachable organizationA truly diverse, fun-loving and global work cultureS?YNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENTDiversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Synclusive is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicants gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.