Senior IT Security Analyst

Job Title

Senior IT Security Analyst

Department

Information Security Services

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Senior Information Technology Security Analyst reports to the Director, Information Security Infrastructure; will assist with the management of a campus-wide information security program, concentrating on implementation and maintenance of network and infrastructure security posture by utilizing best practices and compliance with relevant information technology security standards, procedures, and regulations. Analyze traffic, system logs, and alerts, making recommendations to improve security posture and security system tool configurations. Participation in documenting processes and technology to ensure the security of all MTSU systems, data collected, stored, and transmitted by MTSU. Research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of information security industry issues, alerts, and threats. Participate in departmental on-call rotation and perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or an IT-related field from a regionally accredited US educational institution. Note: an Associate's degree and six (6) years progressively responsible related experience (inclusive of the five years minimum experience requirement below) providing information security in an enterprise environment may be considered in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.

Required Related Experience

Minimum (5) years progressively responsible full-time work experience as a practitioner providing information security in an enterprise-sized environment.

Desirable Related Experience

Prior experience configuring and administering Palo Alto firewalls is preferred. Experience with network and security troubleshooting tools, such as Wireshark, Nmap, Splunk, MS Defender Security suite, MS Azure, Active Directory, DHCP, PowerShell, and one or more XDR tools.

Desirable License/Registration/Certification

CISSP, CCSP, CCNA, or other industry security certification preferred.

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: September 12, 2025; for optimal consideration, please apply before June 26, 2025