Information Security Analyst 1, Digital Technology Solution

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors 

You are invited to submit an application to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

Job Overview

Assist in performing procedures and provide technical solutions that serve to provide appropriate access to and protect systems from unauthorized users.

Essential Functions

• Participate in peer knowledge sharing groups.  
• Communicate security concepts effectively, with guidance.
• Assist with development of technical documentation (designs, specifications, processes, workflows) and communications.
• Document individual progress on assigned deliverables.
• Participate in gathering of metrics for area of responsibility.
• Carry out procedures to ensure that support departmental and university operations in the information security area.
• Maintain familiarity with information security trends and best practices.
• Participate in internal information security projects and initiatives.
• Participate in preparation and maintenance of functional documentation for assigned tasks.
• Participate in the research, design, implementation, and support of systems supporting information security tools and services.
• Participate in the development, maintenance, and utilization of standard operating procedures.
• Participate in conducting risk and vulnerability assessments of information systems to identity vulnerabilities, risks, and protection needs.
• Participate in troubleshooting processes during and outside of normal business hours.
• Assist with mentoring non-security teams regarding risk management, information security controls, incident analysis, incident response, monitoring, and other operational tasks (tools, techniques, procedures) in support of technologies managed by the Office of Information Security (OIS).
• Assist with information security training and awareness programs.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Two (2) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Possess working knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures and contributes through support, using established processes, methods, and systems.

Additional Qualifications Considered

This position will primarily work in the area of information security operations. The ideal candidate will have education or experience in the field of information security operations. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: endpoint security, full-disk encryption, multi-factor authentication, security incident and event management (SIEM), SSL and client certificate management, vulnerability management, privileged access management, password management, system/application administration for security related technologies, as well as departmental customer service via enterprise incident ticketing system and departmental mailboxes. CISSP, CISM, GISP or similar information security certification(s) are preferred.

Technical security certifications such as Security+, GSEC or similar.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Talking - Continuously
• Sitting - Continuously
• Hearing, listening - Continuously
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Continuously
• Bending - Seldom
• Climbing stairs/ladders - Seldom
• Crawling - Seldom
• Crouching - Seldom
• Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
• Lifting - over 50 pounds - Seldom
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Seldom
• Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Seldom
• Pulling, pushing - Seldom
• Reaching overhead - Seldom
• Standing - Seldom
• Stooping - Seldom
• Walking - Seldom
• Shoveling - Not Required

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. 

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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