Job Summary:

The Information Security Analyst will plan, implement, upgrade, and monitor security protocols for the protection of the organizations computer networks and information.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with users to discuss computer data access needs, to identify security threats and violations, and to identify and recommend needed programming or process changes.
• Uses data encryption, firewalls, and other appropriate security tools and applications to conceal and protect transfers of confidential digital information.
• Develops and implements plans to safeguard digital data from accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure; adheres to emergency data processing needs.
• Reviews violations of security procedures; provides training to ensure violations do not recur.
• Monitors and restricts access to sensitive, confidential, or other high-security data.
• Modifies security files and applications as able and necessary to provide specialized access, allow new software to be installed or integrated, or correct errors.
• Performs risk assessments, audits, and tests to ensure proper functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
• Safeguards system security and improves overall server and network efficiency by training users and promoting security awareness.
• Determines when to update virus protection systems by monitoring current reports of computer viruses; facilitates or performs needed updates.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient, or able to gain proficiency with, a broad array of security software applications and tools.
• Thorough understanding of computer-related security systems including firewalls, encryption, and password protection and authentication.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Programming, or a related field required; M.B.A. in Information Systems preferred.
• At least three years of experience in computer systems with some specialization in computer security highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.