IT - Analyst Information Security
About the role
The Information Security Analyst supports the Information Security department in executing the security program. This role involves the daily operation and ongoing maintenance of enterprise security platforms in a high-volume, mission-critical environment.
Responsibilities
Performing web application penetration testing and remediation management.
Operating and optimizing the vulnerability management platform.
Operating and optimizing the web content management platform.
Operating and optimizing intrusion detection and network forensics platforms.
Conducting data and log analysis of disparate security tools.
Participating in incident response activities.
Assessing and recommending new technologies to align with business objectives.
Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree.
Experience: A minimum of 3 years of Information Security experience. Experience working in large corporate environments and familiarity with audit processes, as well as regulations as they relate to information security and compliance.
Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of Windows, Unix, and Linux operating systems. Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, common protocols services, and related security issues (SMTP, DNS, TCP/IP 801.1x, SSL). Knowledge in programming or scripting languages (C, VB, Perl, Python, shell scripting). Experience with vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. A fundamental understanding of risk management and technical writing experience are also required.
Qualifications
CISSP, GIAC or CISM certifications are desired.
Benefits
Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.