00002088 - Cyber Security Analyst

The Cyber Security Analyst I role is to conduct the day to day operations of information security and help maintain compliance at GRCC.
This position is part of a team, focused on providing exceptional service that exceeds user expectations. The proper candidate is a motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal skills, a desire to learn and expand technical proficiencies, and the ability to work within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Requisition ID:
Position Number: 00002088
Employee Group: Professional, Management and Administration
Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks
Compensation:
Benefits: Full-time Part-time Limited Benefits
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Evaluate and assess organizational risk

  • Maintains an awareness of existing and proposed security standards for State and Federal legislation and regulations pertaining to information security while identifying regulatory changes that affect information security policy, standards, procedures, controls, and recommends/implements appropriate changes

  • Supports the development of communications, training, and actively promotes related campaigns for information security awareness

  • Help identify phishing emails and prevent unauthorized access to data through communication with IT team members, end users, and third parties

  • Assists in IT security policy/procedure creation

  • Performs Computer Security Incident Response activities such as recording and reporting incidents

  • Monitor and analyze Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and other security tools to identify security issues for remediation

  • Monitor Data Loss Prevention (DLP) systems and apply preventative controls per GRCC procedures

  • Assist with evaluating and assessing organizational risk by supporting vulnerability and risk assessments for software, systems, user accounts, application access, web applications, and network shares

  • Assist server and data owners in remediation of vulnerable systems as needed

  • Helps manage data in support of data governance and compliance

  • Participates in special projects as required

  • Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position

  • Performs other related duties as assigned

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Educational Credentials

  • Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in related field or actively pursuing one

  • Minimum 1 year of experience working with Information Security 

  • IT security related certification(s) preferred

  • National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) preferred

Work Experience

  • Proven experience in working with IT system technologies 

  • Experience working as part of an information technology team preferred 

Skills

  • Basic knowledge of security policies, procedures and practices

  • Ability to handle sensitive data in a professional and confidential need-to-know manner

  • Excellent oral and written communications skills and ability to effectively communicate with a diverse user group of students, faculty and staff

  • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage time effectively by utilizing work and project plans to meet deadlines

  • Strong communication skills, team and customer-oriented focused

  • Basic knowledge of network protocols and common services 

  • Basic knowledge of Linux/Windows/MacOS 

Physical Demands

  • Precise hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills are necessary for tasks such as configuring security settings, typing detailed reports, and performing data analysis

  • While the job is predominantly desk-based, IT Security Analysts may occasionally need to move within the office to attend meetings, collaborate with colleagues, or access equipment in server rooms or data centers. This may involve walking, standing, or climbing short flights of stairs

  • The role may occasionally require lifting or carrying lightweight equipment such as laptops, mobile devices, or cables

Mental Demands

  • Must manage stress effectively to make sound decisions under pressure such as during security incidents

  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality and use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations

  • Must possess strong analytical skills to evaluate complex systems, identify vulnerabilities, and assess potential threats

  • Must be detail oriented and be meticulous in your work

  • Must be adept at troubleshooting and finding innovative solutions to resolve security issues promptly

Working Conditions

  • GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our policies website.

  • This position is currently remote-work eligible per the College's Remote Work Policy Agreement

  • The work environment is typically indoors, within a climate-controlled office setting. Analysts may occasionally need to work in server rooms, which may have specific environmental conditions such as temperature and noise control

  • Extensive use of a computer, including typing, using a mouse, and viewing a computer screen, is a fundamental aspect of the job

  • Job duties may necessitate the candidate to be available for on-call or at least reachable during emergencies, such as cybersecurity incidents

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