Security Analyst - IT

DEFINITION: As a security analyst, you will report on security breaches, install software to protect sensitive information, monitor the company's network to watch for and prevent breaches, create and implement a security plan, as well as run regular simulated cyber-attacks to assess the strength and vulnerability of computer systems. EDUCATION: This position requires a minimum of 4 years experience preferred in one of the following areas below or, a 2-year Degree in Computer Science or related discipline. Will consider applicable cybersecurity certification. Network Administrator Server Administrator Security Analyst REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS (IF APPLICABLE): MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to administer network and host-based tools for pen testing & ethical hacking products Knowledge of host compromise & malware injection techniques Experience with virtualization and on-premises infrastructure and provisioning technology Experience using a vulnerability scanner such as Tenable Nessus, OpenVAS, and Metasploit Experience developing cybersecurity policies and procedures Experience with developing instructional information that pertains to information security Excellent oral & written technical communication skills Experience in information security or a related field Experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques Understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus, and IDPS concepts Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and explain how to avoid them Understanding of patch management with the ability to deploy patches in a timely manner while understanding the business impact