Jr. Cyber Security IT Analyst (entry-level)

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Position Information

Functional TitleJr. Cyber Security IT Analyst (entry-level)

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryInformation Technology

GradeIT.13

FLSA StatusExempt

Requisition Number25-0129

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelStaff

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Organization NameDepartment Office

Reports toDeputy Director, Cyber Security Services

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryRegular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

M-F, 8-5

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

This is a non-merit system, employment-at-will, long-term contract position.

TheJr. Cyber Security IT Analystis an entry-level role that supports the Commission’s cyber security program. The Jr. Cyber Security IT Analyst will support daily cyber security operations and monitor for attacks, intrusions, and unusual, unauthorized, or illegal activity. S/he will play a crucial role in helping WSSC Water protect its digital assets and mitigate cyber risks by using data collected from various cyber defense tools (e.g., IDS alerts, firewalls, network traffic logs) to analyze events that occur within their environments to mitigate threats.

Essential Functions

• Work closely with Deputy Director, Cyber Security Services and the team; coordinate with enterprise-wide cyber defense staff to validate network alerts
• Conduct research, analysis, and define correlations across a wide variety of source datasets (indications and warnings)
• Assist in vulnerability assessments, security audits, and the implementation of security controls through report generation, analysis, and outreach to IT stakeholders
• Monitor computer networks and systems for threats and security breaches
• Test systems for potential vulnerabilities
• Assist in report generation, KPIs and monitor changes, as well as reports to stakeholders
• Supports information security awareness through developing training materials, facilitating orientations, and drafting written communications
• Assist in incident response activities
• Attend cyber security webinars, workshops, and training
  
  

Other Functions

• Participate in the overall cyber security services program development in identifying, protecting, detecting, responding, and recovering activities
• Perform related duties as required
  
  

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Business casual office environment

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of information security technology, administration, and operating standards
• Ability to quickly learn and operate tools in the technology stack for security
• Knowledge of IT security standards & procedures development
• Basic understanding of LAN / WAN , Active Directory/Azure, Microsoft M365, and security operations platform
• Knowledge of external/internal attack and penetration assessments
• Knowledge of information security industry best practices
• General knowledge of cloud, wireless network, and mobile security
• Basic understanding of network security procedures and troubleshooting various levels of technical data
• Good analytical, problem-solving, process facilitation, and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams
  
  

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cyber security, or a related discipline [ NOTE :A degree is not required at the time of application but must be obtained by the date of hire as a contingency of employment.]
  
  

OR

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and 4 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations
  
  

Additional Requirements

Additional experience is helpful

Preferences

• 1 year of security operations experience or 15 weeks of cyber experience in an internship program
• “Security (Plus)” or similar studies and/or certificate(s)
• CEH and/or GIAC certification
• 1 year of hands-on experience in design/development
• Demonstrated expertise gained through relevant internships, coursework, or work projects that highlight your skills
• Ability to work well with people from different disciplines with varying degrees of technical knowledge and experience
• Ability to prioritize different activities / assigned initiatives and complete within resource constraints
• Ability to conduct application demonstrations for end-user community
• Experience working with water/wastewater utility operational systems
  
  

Salary$84,360 - $143,640

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date03/24/2025

Open Until FilledNo

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
• Yes
• No
• Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
• Yes
• No
  

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
  
  

Optional Documents