Entry Level IT Security Specialist Jobs

The Information Security Administrator functions include day-to-day operations of the in-place security solutions (Firewalls, system security, Remote Access, etc.) and the identification, investigation, and resolution of security incidents detected by those systems. Secondary tasks may include the development and/or implementation of security solutions, which fit into the security architecture. The Information Security Administrator requires awareness of the enterprise’s security goals as established by stated policies, procedures and guidelines and actively work towards upholding those goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the implementation of enterprise security architecture.
• Participate in the creation of enterprise security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines and procedures).
• Participate in the planning and design of an enterprise Business Continuity Plan and Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Maintain up-to-date and detailed knowledge of the IT security industry.
• Assist in the deployment, integration, and initial configuration of new security solutions and enhancements to existing security solutions.
• Assist in maintaining up-to-date baselines for the secure configuration and operation of all in-place devices, whether under Information Security control (i.e., security tools) or other asset owners (i.e., workstations, servers, network devices, etc.).
• Assist with operational configurations of all in-place security solutions as per the established procedures.
• Monitor all in-place security solutions for efficient and appropriate operations.
• Review logs and reports of all in-place devices, whether under Information Security control (i.e., security tools) or other asset owners (i.e., workstations, servers, network devices, etc.).
• Participate in investigations into problematic activity.
• Provide on-call support for end users for all in-place security solutions.
• Monitor security system events, and analyze potential threats and vulnerabilities on networks.
• Assist in the analysis of network traffic and alerts to assess, prioritize and differentiate between potential intrusion attempts and false alarms.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Document and reports on specific duties, activities, problems solved, and issues resolved.
• Perform additional duties and assignments as requested.
• Work outside the standard office 8-hour workday may be required with on-call availability.

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Experience:

• Experience in network and/or security administration

Additional Requirement(s):

• Due to the nature of this position and the need for employees in this position to either work an on-call schedule or be on site within a short period of time, the successful applicant must live within 45-miles of the posted office location.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• Industry Certification (GCIH, GCIA, GMON, etc.)

Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of IPS/IDS, packet/traffic analysis and related tools
• Knowledge of information security principles and practices to include, but not limited to, the following areas: Vulnerability Scanning; Security Information and Event Management; Next Generation Firewalls; Network Intrusion; Host Based Security; SIEM; Data Loss Prevention; Malware Prevention
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, Microsoft operating systems, and networks
• Knowledge of firewall configuration and maintenance
• Ability to deliver reporting on and providing fixes to identified vulnerabilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly responsive with an ability to handle escalations quickly and professionally
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Interpret and apply laws, regulations and policies
• Work for extended time at keyboard/terminal
• Maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and coworkers
• Availability to respond to emergency situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, type, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions. (Such as in a typical office). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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