Security Analyst II

About the role

The Security Analyst II plays a crucial role within the Information Security team at Lippert. This role involves monitoring and analyzing the company’s networks and systems for security breaches or potential risks, developing and implementing protective measures, and assisting in the response to any security incidents.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor security access logs and reports for unusual events or patterns that might indicate a security breach.
• Use various security tools to detect and analyze potential threats.
• Assist in responding to security incidents, including initial analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Document incidents from initial detection to final resolution.
• Support the development, implementation, and enforcement of information security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Participate in regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities.
• Aid in evaluating the severity of weaknesses and implementing remediation steps.
• Help develop and deliver security awareness training to employees, promoting security best practices and helping to prevent security incidents.
• Assist in ensuring that Lippert complies with applicable laws, regulations, and standards regarding information security.
• Support internal and external audits related to information security.
• Stay informed about the latest security technologies and threats.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management on the status of the information security program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or related field
• 2+ years of experience in Information Security
• Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including network defenses, threat landscapes, risk management, and data protection
• Competency in using various security tools and technologies, firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems
• Critical thinking capabilities
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Attention to detail
• Exhibits high ethical standards and integrity in handling confidential and sensitive information responsibly

Essential Functions

• Actively monitor and analyze the organization's network traffic, server logs, and other relevant data sources for signs of anomalies or security breaches.
• Regularly conduct and assist with vulnerability scans and risk assessments, analyzing results to identify security weaknesses within the organization’s IT infrastructure.
• Collaborate with IT teams to prioritize and remediate identified vulnerabilities in a timely manner.
• Support the enforcement of security policies and procedures, ensuring that organizational practices comply with internal standards as well as external regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of documentation necessary for compliance audits.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of security awareness training programs for employees, aiming to raise awareness about cybersecurity risks and promote secure practices across the organization.
• Assist in the configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of security tools and systems, such as firewalls, endpoint protection software, and intrusion detection systems.
• Prepare regular reports on security monitoring activities, incident response efforts, and compliance status.