Collin College

ITSecurityAnalyst

$86–86k McKinney, Texas, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“IT Security Analyst at Collin College. Skills: Information security, Incident response, Penetration testing, Risk management. Monitor network for security breaches. Investigate security violations”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Root cause analysis; Troubleshooting

Eligibility Requirements

Travel to and between campuses, Criminal background check, Continuous DPS agency review

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in security, computer, networking or related field, At least three (3) years experience in information technology serving in a direct security support capacity, Ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), SANS GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), CWPT Certified Penetration Tester, Certified Reverse Engineering Analyst

What You'll Do.

Monitor network for security breaches

Investigate security violations

Install security hardware

Monitor security hardware

Install security software

Monitor security software

Develop reports on security breaches

Document damage from security breaches

Conduct penetration testing

Research IT security trends

Monitor IT security trends

Develop security standards

Maintain security standards

Propose security policies

Propose security procedures

Create documentation for security information

Create task-oriented planning for incident response

Create disaster recovery plans

Recommend security enhancements

Research compliance procedures

Create draft compliance procedures

Assist computer users with security products

Assist computer users with security procedures

Generate reports for IT administrators

Generate reports for business managers

Evaluate security policy efficacy

Make changes for secure network

Develop training programs for employees

Develop training modules for employees

Educate employees on security protocols

Update incident response plans

Update disaster plans

Monitor security access

Analyze security breaches

Identify root cause of breaches

Verify security of third-party vendors

Collaborate with vendors on security requirements

Conduct security assessments

Perform internal security audits

Perform external security audits

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with vendors; Collaborate with senior IT staff

Communication Scope

Oral communication; Written communication

Free ATS check

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