Information Security Analyst

Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation. Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia- a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 13,000 students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.

Living in Carrollton, "The City of Dreams," offers the advantages of city life with a small-town vibe. This progressive community with Southern flair offers plenty of shopping, restaurants, nightlife opportunities, and cultural events. Named a City of Excellence in Georgia and listed as one of the 50 Best Small Southern Towns, Carrollton is the cultural, educational, health care, and commercial center for the west Georgia region.

At the heart of Carrollton is its historic downtown and Adamson Square lined with shops, galleries, and restaurants. Each season offers unique local events and opportunities for year-round recreation. Outdoor activities abound through award-winning spaces, including an 18-mile paved walking and biking Greenbelt trail that encircles the city and passes through the UWG campus.

The city embraces the University's students, faculty, and staff, and welcomes the diversity UWG brings to the community.

Invested in education with highly rated city and county K-12 systems, both city and county public school graduation rates are 90% and above and rank among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

Installs security measures to protect campus systems and information infrastructure. Provides timely detection, identification, and alerting of possible attacks/intrusions, or anomalous activities. Creates, monitors, and maintains safeguards to ensure the security of all systems on campus.

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Distinguishes possible attacks from benign activities within the enterprise: Directs the continuous advancement of a cohesive strategy for the university's information security program; formulates strategic objectives and aims for compliance and risk mitigation; and proactively encourages initiatives to enhance information security awareness within the institution. Serves as a mediator, consultant, and facilitator in reconciling IT security and risk mitigation with business needs and expenditures. Establishes security criteria and executes security measures that align seamlessly with university objectives.

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Collaborates with stakeholders to resolve computer security incidents and vulnerability compliance: Engages with IT security authorities across the university to ensure that controls for technical, procedural, data, and physical security, personnel security, information asset disposition, disaster recovery, and business continuity are adequately addressed, documented, and managed. Ensures adherence to the organization's information security rules and procedures by workers, contractors, partners, and other third parties, and escalates issues to the relevant department managers or administrators. Evaluates the university's information security strategies, protocols, and methodologies. Collaborates with the university's IT professionals, departments, auxiliaries, and external entities to formulate and revise the university's security plans, procedures, and processes as required.

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Documents and escalates incidents (including event history, status, and potential impact for further action) that may cause ongoing and immediate impact to the environment: Conducts security audits, identifies potential internal and external information security risks, and performs risk and cost-benefit analyses to establish suitable levels of security controls and systems monitoring, ensuring adherence to privacy and information security policies and procedures.

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Vulnerability and patch management of Windows servers: Addresses IT security incidents; formulates reporting and communication strategies for IT security events; assembles ad hoc teams of suitable professionals to oversee IT security issues.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or Computing from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field.

Required Experience
Four or more (4 ) years in information technology or cybersecurity.

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's Degree

Preferred Experience
Master's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or Computing from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field; and experience with an enterprise log management system or SIEM (i.e., Splunk, Elastic, AlienVault, etc.), OSCP, GPEN, LPT or similar preferred. Microsoft Azure administration experience. Microsoft 365 administration experience, including Purview and Defender Vulnerability/Patch Management of Servers. Experience in the implementation of processes and procedures for cybersecurity reporting and metrics activities; Network , Security

$63,548 - $75,000 Annually. Paid on a Monthly Basis.

ABILITIES
Able to apply techniques for detecting host and network-based intrusions using intrusion detection technologies. Able to accurately and completely source all data used in intelligence, assessment and/or planning products. Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines.

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of information technology (IT) security principles and methods (e.g., firewalls, demilitarized zones, encryption). Knowledge of key concepts in security management (e.g., Release Management, Patch Management). Knowledge of scripting language (e.g. BASH, PowerShell). Knowledge of system administration, network, and operating system hardening techniques, network systems management principles, and tools. Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity, defense, policies, regulations, and privacy. Knowledge of cyber threats, vulnerabilities and their impact Knowledge of authentication, authorization, and access control methods. Knowledge of encryption algorithms and encryption methodologies Knowledge of scripting language (e.g. BASH, PowerShell).

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills. Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite). Strong attention to detail and follow up skills. Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette.

Physical Requirements:
Lifting ¿ up to 20lbs or greater Office Environment - Work normally performed in a typical interior work environment.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50)

The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student-centered community. The institutional mission and daily operation of the University of West Georgia are guided by our values that support our vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed: ACHIEVEMENT, CARING, COLLABORATION, INCLUSIVENESS, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, SUSTAINABILITY, and WISDOM.