IT Security Analyst

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Real Time Resolutions Inc

IT Security Analyst

Dallas, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Summary

    The IT Security Analyst shall be responsible for the following essential IT and Security functions:

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

    Security Operations:

    • Administer and maintain security tools; collaborate with vendors to resolve issues
    • Monitor security alerts and reports; perform thorough incident investigations
    • Act as a subject matter expert advising departments on security industry best practices
    • Updating and maintaining the security systems, ensuring they are current and effective
    • Enabling a vulnerability management program, including routine patching and maintenance
    • Administer Linux and Windows operating systems, Virtual Private Networks, Local Area Networks, vulnerability scanning, and firewalls
    • Develop and maintain scripts to automate data collection and generate reports
    • Lead and execute Information Technology/Security projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to security standards
    • Develop and update security policies and procedures in line with industry best practices and legal requirements
    • Facilitating internal and external audits; ensure compliance with data protection guidelines and applicable laws
    • Monitoring the activities of employees, visitors, and other personnel to maintain security and protect organizational assets.
    • Collaborate with Client Services, Risk Management and IT teams on matters related to physical and information security
    • Representing the security practices during prospect client meetings and contributing to business continuity planning
    • Playing a role in business continuity events
    • Maintaining organization's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements
    • Monitor premises to maintain security and prevent unauthorized access
    • Secure physical assets and ensure the safety of personnel
    • Produce detailed reports on security observations, incidents, and surveillance activities
    • Triaging and route security event tickets; monitor and respond to security events

    Technical Expertise:

    • Administer Linux and Windows operating systems, Virtual Private Networks, Local Area Networks, vulnerability scanning, and firewalls
    • Develop and maintain scripts to automate data collection and generate reports
    • Lead and execute Information Technology/Security projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to security standards

    Policy and Compliance:

    • Develop and update security policies and procedures in line with industry best practices and legal requirements
    • Facilitating internal and external audits; ensure compliance with data protection guidelines and applicable laws
    • Monitoring the activities of employees, visitors, and other personnel to maintain security and protect organizational assets

    Collaboration and Communication:

    • Collaborate with Client Services, Risk Management and IT teams on matters related to physical and information security
    • Representing the security practices during prospect client meetings and contributing to business continuity planning
    • Playing a role in business continuity events
    • Maintaining organization's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements

    Physical Security Responsibilities:

    • Monitor premises to maintain security and prevent unauthorized access
    • Secure physical assets and ensure the safety of personnel
    • Produce detailed reports on security observations, incidents, and surveillance activities

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    QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

    • Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
    • Minimum of 2 years of experience in information security or a related IT role. 4-6 years related experience and/or training preferred
    • Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking and networking security principles
    • Proficiency with security tools and technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability scanners
    • Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively across teams and build consensus
    • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders
    • Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and data analysis
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; capable of managing multiple deadlines and priorities. Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP) or Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) are highly desirable.

    Work Environment

    This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, including electronic keyboard, mouse and telephone.

    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 the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    • May be required to lift, push, or pull materials weighing up to twenty (20) pounds
    • May be required to sit and review information on a computer screen for long periods of time
    • May require repetitive motions of the hands and wrist related to writing and typing at an electronic keyboard

    Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

    This is a full-time position; extended work hours may be required as dictated and/or approved by management and business needs.

    Other Duties

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.