IT Security Analyst

Summary

Walden Security is seeking an experienced IT Security Analyst to join our growing IT organization. As an

IT Security Analyst, you will be an integral part of the backbone of the company, protecting computer

networks from cyber-attacks, creating and documenting cybersecurity policies and practices for the entire

organization, and deploying and monitoring IT Cybersecurity tools. The IT Security Analyst is ultimately

responsible for ensuring that the companys digital assets are protected from unauthorized access.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Integrate security designs to ensure the organizations proprietary information (data and systems)

are safeguarded. Determines the level of clearance required to access business information.

Investigates security breaches to determine system weaknesses. Conducts testing and

configuration procedures across products and systems. Analyzes security management systems,

enterprise systems, and data files to validate security. Performs security analysis across

networks, databases, and internet/web operations. Evaluate security plans to ensure the integrity

of new and/or existing business operations. Translates and designs security requirements.

Provides management with risk assessment briefings on products and/or services.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities. The IT Security Analyst reports to the Director of

Information Technology.

Competency

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies (minimum of 5):

Competency

Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer

needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service ; Responds to requests for service and assistance;

Meets commitments.

Analytical – Collects and researched data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs

work flows and procedures;Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Uses intuition and experience to

complement data.

Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity

and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Initiative – Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities;

Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for

and offers help when needed.

Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information

skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason

even when dealing with emotional topics.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The

requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems (or similar) OR 5years of relevant professional experience in Information Security

• Experience as a System Administrator / Security Analyst

• Experience implementing, maintaining and monitoring security monitoring utilizing SIEM products

such as Splunk

• Certification: Security or similar

• Demonstrated experience with Security and Identity and Access Management (IAM) tools such as

CyberArk, Okta, CheckPoint, ManageEngine, etc.

• Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Azure Active Directory and on-premise AD

• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail

• Leadership experience; self-starter; willing to take work to help the team

• Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Any additional certifications: CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst (CSA), Certified Information

Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), CyberArk,

CheckPoint, Okta, etc.

• Experience implementing and/or maintaining Cyber Security Response Plans

• Experience implementing and configuring IT security software and tools

• Familiarity with IT Security controls and standards including NIST, ISO27001, CIS, SOC2, etc.

• Familiarity with network security, Cisco Meraki routers, firewall maintenance

• Familiarity or experience with Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Entra

• Microsoft PowerShell and/or other scripting languages

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• Ability to troubleshoot stale accounts and workflows logically and analytically

• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies

Language Skills

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations, respond to questions

from groups of managers, clients, customers, other employees of the organization and the general public.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees or organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common

fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or

diagram form.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, Visio (or similar process visualization/documentation tool),

collaboration tools (i.e. MS Teams, SharePoint, Zoom), etc.

• Mac / Apple skills and experience are a plus

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Certifications such as CompTIA A, NET or higher a plus

Current/valid state driver’s license

Other Qualifications

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee

is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is

occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by

this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and ability to see

and distinguish basic colors.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics describes here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be

made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Other Tasks

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or

restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

We offer every employee — from executive managers to administrative support to security professionals — unique and generous benefits, as well as opportunities for career growth.

So if you’re ready to embark on a meaningful career with one of the nation’s most dynamic and fastest growing security companies, apply with Walden Security today.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans status, or disability. EOE / AAP Employer / Minorities / Females / Vet / Disabled. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.