Summary

Simon Property Group is looking for a Cyber Security Analyst in the rapidly evolving security/network area. This challenging position is perfect for someone who has been dealing with Security and Infrastructure for a couple of years and wants to take their career to the next level. This position will deal with a national user base, best of breed tools/technology along with all of today’s security challenges. Independent, experienced, and strong problem-solving skills are key attributes for this exciting opportunity.

Challenges and Responsibilities:

• Design, configure and administer security-related systems and network controls that include, but are not limited to firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, network monitoring and cloud-based productivity solutions
• Monitor systems logs, from various security and network devices, collaboration solutions and network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity and take appropriate action.
• Implement, operate, and manage highly technical security analysis tools to assist with identification and remediation of security incidents or events
• Assist in defining security baselines across multiple tools and technologies to ensure security best practices
• Working with organization change management on employee awareness training and education
• Assist in implementing new information security products and policies
• Perform vulnerability and risk assessments on various environments and systems
• Continue to strengthen overall knowledge of security issues, technologies, and direction
• Effectively plan and manage assigned activities to meet objectives and schedules

Skills and Requirements

• In-depth technical knowledge of Microsoft platform operating/application systems, Microsoft O365 cloud environment, Cisco, Fortinet, and related security requirements
• Experience with hardware-based firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, TCP/IP Protocols, virus protection, and other security devices
• Familiar with the administration of Microsoft Active Directory
• Experience in the development of information security policies, intrusion response procedures, disaster recovery procedures, risk analysis, and administration of the operations of a security infrastructure.
• Experience with security standards such as ISO 17799, NIST, SOX, and PCI security standards.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to communicate technical and security-related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff
• Security related certifications such as Security , CEH, GSEC, SSCP is desirable

Experience

• Requires 4-year degree or equivalent knowledge and experience in the Networking/Security/Infrastructure fields.
• At least 1 year of IT security experience with demonstrated responsibilities