Job Description

Information Security Analyst - Hybrid/Remote/Onsite in Omaha, NE until fully trained & then a hybrid work model.

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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Security or a related field preferred. Equivalent security certification considered as an alternative.
2+ years of experience in computer systems with some specialization in computer security highly preferred.
Prior experience with Amazon Web Services / AWS Security Hub strongly preferred.
Prior experience identifying and mitigating network vulnerabilities; ability to explain how to avoid them.
Experience with patch management and deploying patches in a timely manner while understanding business impact.
Understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus, and IDPS concepts.
Experience fixing detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
One to two years' experience monitoring computer networks for security issues.
Experience investigating security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents.
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.

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