Information Security Analyst I

Information Security Analyst I

Primary Purpose:
The Information Security Analyst I provides support for the operational and consultative functions of the University of the Pacific Information Security department in collaboration with the Pacific Technology division and stakeholders across the University. The Information Security Analyst I helps design, implement, manage, and monitor technical, administrative, and physical controls used to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the University's information assets.

Essential Functions:

• Configure/operate/audit various information security controls such as antivirus/antimalware, firewall, etc. to ensure control effectiveness and report/present results to management and technical staff.
• Analyze findings from security monitoring systems, such as Data Loss Prevention, Firewall, and Security Information Event Management consoles, to identify and respond to security incidents.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and penetration tests to identify security risks and report findings to system owners and advise on remediation as needed.
• Participate in security incident response by conducting forensic investigations, isolating malware, identifying attack vectors, and providing guidance on containment and remediation.
• Participate in organization's disaster recovery and business continuity planning, testing, and execution.
• Respond to service requests received from end users or other teams (e.g. for investigation of security events, reviewing change requests on systems impacting security, or addressing user access requests).
• Assist in delivering security awareness training for the organization's staff and students as needed. Maintain knowledge and advise staff and students on organization's policies, standards, and procedures relating to information security.
• Participate in campus-wide information security events and programs to ensure alignment and knowledge sharing between departments.
• 24×7 on-call support rotation may be required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in computer science, technology, or related field.
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in developing, designing, auditing, installing, delivering, operating, or maintaining information security systems in a higher education or enterprise environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
Education/Experience/Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in computer science or related field.
• Entry level information security certification such as Security+, GSEC, or SSCP.
  
  

Skills/Knowledge and Expertise:

• Ability to configure operating systems commonly used in servers, desktops, and mobile devices.
• Knowledge of networking equipment and practices used in an enterprise IT environment.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze data using spreadsheets, databases, scripts, etc.
• Ability to work in a team environment and take direction and guidance.
• Ability to research and learn outside of formal training.
• Time management, organizational skills and ability to complete tasks as assigned.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive 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.

Duties require extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand and wrist motion while using computer keyboard and phone. Occasional walking, standing and simple grasping. Infrequent climbing stairs, walking across campus, stooping and reaching. Constant communication using both spoken and written means. May be required to lift up to 25 lbs.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Primarily office setting, AV closets and/or data center with exposure to noise and cooler temperatures. Work performed during standard business hours, occasional overtime and hours worked outside of normal schedule may be required to meet business deadlines. Travel may be required to other campuses, meetings or training.

Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Hiring Range: $31.30 - $35.00 per hour (We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.)

Background Check Statement:
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.



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