Job Description
The IT Security Analyst is a member of the Student Affairs Information Technology team that supports the unique applications and technology infrastructure in the Division of Student Affairs.
The IT Security Analyst provides technical expertise and assistance in securing, improving, and maintaining technology and information systems, including applications, servers, endpoints, and peripheral devices. This position is responsible for implementing and monitoring security controls, responding to incidents, and supporting regulatory compliance across the Division, balancing operational needs with a secure environment.
Additional Information
University Benefit Highlights:
- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time
For more University Benefit information: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/insurance/
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Cybersecurity, Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Software Development, IT systems, or a closely related discipline AND one (1) year of professional level work experience in cybersecurity, hardware/software support, software development, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field.
OR
Three (3) years of professional level work experience in cybersecurity, hardware/software support, software development, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field.
3. Excellent oral and written communications skills.
4. Demonstrated ability to oversee and coordinate activities of user groups.
5. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with other colleagues, supervisors, administrative staff, and other IT users.
6. Ability to identify and resolve technical problems.
7. Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Working knowledge and understanding of cybersecurity and compliance best practices.
2. Experience with conducting and responding to information security audits.
3. Knowledge and understanding of how to develop and implement information security procedures and policies.
4. Ability to analyze and ensure compliance with security frameworks such as HIPAA, CJIS, FERPA, and PCI.
5. Experience managing automated anti-virus updates, security updates, patch management, Microsoft Active Directory, and Microsoft operating systems in an Enterprise environment.
6. Experience with code development and maintenance, automation with tools such as Ansible and YAML, and code management and coordination with Git.
7. Experience with Security Information and Event Management monitoring.
8. Experience with student information systems, medical records, or other regulated data common in higher education settings
Salary
$70,000 - $80,000 annual
Links
ISU Jobs Website
Contact Information
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Illinois State University
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| Department/College
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Human Resources
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| Contact
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Breanna Crippen
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| Phone Number
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309-438-8311
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