IT Security Analyst at Intelligent Minds

IT Security Analyst.

The IT Security Analyst will be responsible for operating IT security controls, administering IT security and participating in IT projects as required; testing security mechanisms in systems and networks and monitoring system security. The IT Security Analyst will also be responsible monitoring and responding to various SIEM alerts.

Primary Duties

1. Monitor IT security controls including but not limited to: • Firewalls • Intrusion Detection/Prevention System • Malware Protection System • Endpoint Anti-Malware Management • Remote Access Systems and VPN • Security Incidents • Data Loss Prevention • Network Security (Wired & Wireless)
2. 2. Participate and contribute to IT projects as a representative of the Security Operations team. Responsibilities include but not limited to: • Participate in new systems under development • Implement required security controls in new systems and infrastructure • Participate in risk assessments of new technologies and systems • Document security controls where applicable
3. 3. Security Operation processes and procedures including but not limited to: • Service Request and Change Management • Cyber Security Incident Management Response • User & System Administration • Maintain SIEM environment and enhance as necessary • Ensure new system deployments are secure • Maintain workstation and server security hardening standards • Assist in trouble shooting security related network issues with network support team
4. Availability • Must be available for after hours implementations, testing and support Qualifications Technical working knowledge of: • Must have some logging and monitoring systems experience preferably SPLUNK • Firewall configuration and management • Intrusion detection and prevention systems • Identity management including LDAP and Active Directory • Windows 7, Windows Server 2008, Linux and SQL Server • network switches and firewalls • Vulnerability remediation
5. Education • Post-Secondary degree in IT related field , or relevant work experience
6. Experience • 2-4+ years’ experience • Industry certifications a plus