IT Security Analyst

Job Purpose and FunctionThe IT Security Analyst has duties and responsibilities which directly affect the Wills Group’s well-being. This role is responsible for creating contingency plans, reviewing daily suspicious activities, security breach remediation, and educating the company on new cyber security measures. The IT Security Analyst is responsible for implementing threat protection measures and security controls. They will identify policies and procedures based on the organization’s requirements and perform policy reviews and adjustments as required. This includes, but not limited to, acceptable use, international travel, artificial intelligence, and software application download policies.  This role will have opportunities to proactively lead efforts around the organization's PCI, Financial Audits, Network Infrastructure, and Cyber Security Insurance reviews. Additionally, the IT Security Analyst will perform annual external penetration testing, annual disaster recovery testing, and security tabletop exercises. The IT Security Analyst will also develop and maintain compliance policies in accordance with a level 1 merchant.  How You’ll Make an Impact (Key Accountabilities) 

• Testing, Installations, Management, and update software on all the systems and networks in the organization and ensure adequate security measures are in place on all systems. 
• Monitoring and detecting anomalies or activities taking place within the environment, identifying negative activity in incoming and outgoing traffic and responding to events accordingly. The IT Security Analyst will work with Infrastructure, Filed Services, NOC, SOC, MDR, and Managed Service provider to have proactive monitoring with the reactive process of MDR and be the primary point of contact for vendors, zero-day threats, patching.
• Develop security plans, provide suggestions and best data around security practices for employees, end users, systems.
• Compile ongoing security reports, document security issues, document processes taken to resolve security issues, and identify and collect root cause analyst reports. Will be required to provide monthly KPI, emerging threats, and security metrics that will be presented to Wills Group leadership teams. Creating incident reports as necessary. 
• Research upcoming trends in information technology and security, stay updated on potential threats and attacks, and come up with preventive strategies.
• Development project schedules and execution plan to resolve any IT Security projects, vulnerabilities, and remediation efforts within a timely manner to secure and protect the organization. The IT Security Analyst will own the project outcome, see forward full implementation, and transition documentation to support.
• Develop and provide employee based Cyber Security Training and enhance Cyber Security Awareness around the organization.

  What We’re Looking For (Qualifications and Experience) 

• Bachelor’s degree in information security, or equivalent work experience
• Proficient, or able to gain proficiency with, a broad array of security software applications and tools. Such as; Palo Alto Firewalls, Zscaler ZIA and ZPA, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, KnowBe4, Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Advance Threat Protection, Meraki Networking, Cybera Firewalls, NCR, Gilbarco, Verifone Data Security
• IT Security Analyst need to have a 2 to 3 years of expertise in working with diverse networks infrastructures and understanding how each of these elements can impact the security of an organization[LM1] .
• IT Security Analyst need to have 2-year experience with working and identifying vulnerabilities impacts and remediation across all types of operating systems such as Windows, Linux, IOS and Android using Defender for Endpoint, Tenable, or Qualys.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Thorough understanding of computer-related security systems including firewalls, encryption, password protection and authentication.
• At least 5 years of experience in computer systems with some specialization in computer security highly preferred.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (visa sponsorship or C2C opportunities not available at this time).
• Willing to submit to a pre-employment background check in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

An ideal candidate will also have

• CEH, CISSP, CISM, Security+
• Working knowledge of computer programming language
• Working knowledge of retail point of sales payment card industry standards and merchant level requirements.

 Availability and Travel   

• This is a hybrid role that requires 2 to 3 days working onsite at our HQ in La Plata, MD, typically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with the remainder remote/ at retail store locations. This is subject to change based on day to day tasks, project milestones, and business initiatives. Our core operating hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM EST to 4:30 PM EST.

 Why You Should Join Wills Group As a thriving, family-owned, $1.5 billion company headquartered in scenic La Plata, Maryland, (a 45-minute commute from Washington, DC), we take pride in our strong presence across the Mid-Atlantic region. Featuring nearly 300 retail locations of our family of brands including Dash In, Splash In ECO Car Wash, and SMO Motor Fuels, we are shaping the future of convenience retailing, fuels marketing, and commercial real estate.  Since 1926, our work-hard, play-hard mentality propels us to serve the communities that have supported us throughout the years. Keeping lives in motion is more than our mission--it's our way of life! We're dedicated to empowering individuals to embrace new possibilities and chart their own paths to success. Discover the fulfillment of working alongside passionate professionals, where your ideas are valued, and your potential is nurtured. Become part of something bigger when you join the Wills Group! Benefits and Perks Embark on a rewarding journey where your growth, future, and well-being take center stage! As a certified Great Place to Work™, the Wills Group understands today's professionals desire meaningful careers with a culture that's as authentic as possible. We pride ourselves in fostering an environment that supports your overall development. Look forward to joining a company that celebrates your wins whether big or small. You can count on us to provide industry-leading total rewards packages that include a range of benefits and perks that contribute to your overall well-being:

• Financial Well-being – Employer 401(k) match (currently at 7%), health savings plan, and financial planning.     
• Physical Well-being – Comprehensive health, vision, and dental plans tailored to meet the needs of our people and their families, even their pets!    
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick, personal, community engagement, and parental leave for new parents.   
• Work/Life Balance – Hybrid and Flexible work environment, Employee Assistance Program, travel assistance, family life planning.  
• Education and Development Opportunities – 100% tuition reimbursement to support our people’s education goals, robust development programs, and certificate program assistance (up to 100% employer-paid).  
• Competitive Salary - Competitive pay matched to DC Metro area. 

  Wills Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies in response to the Wills Group careers page or a Wills Group social media post. Wills Group will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited resumes. Wills Group explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Wills Group.   Wills Group is an equal opportunity employer. Wills Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.  LI-TWGI  #HQ