Technology Security Analyst

POSITION TITLE:

Security Analyst

STATUS:

Exempt

DATE:

March 2024

LOCATION:

Information Technology

POSITION SUMMARY:

The IT Security Analyst will plan, implement, upgrade, and monitor security protocols for the protection of the organization’s computer networks and information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Stays current with the cybersecurity threatscape.

· Monitors and reviews security systems for suspicious network or application behavior

· Monitors and restricts access to sensitive, confidential, or other high-security data.

· Investigates any breaches and other security incidents that occur.

· Documents security incidents and implements response actions; generate reports for team members and key staff.

· Uses data encryption, firewalls, and other appropriate security tools and applications to protect the storage or transfers of confidential and/or sensitive digital information.

· Safeguards system security and improves overall efficiency by training users and promoting security awareness.

· Routinely identifies, tests, deploys, and verifies security patches.

• Assist other technical support staff in identifying and implementing appropriate security safeguards, including patch application and anti-malware strategies.

• Responsible for analysis, programming, testing, implementation, and maintenance of security solutions based on organizational business requirements.

• High level of project planning and implementation skills to meet project schedule and ensure quality.

• Meets business requirements in alignment with FCH Enterprises Inc. and IT strategic plan and priorities.

• Documents IT-related guides, processes and/or procedures

• Continually improves processes and procedures and ensures that standard operating procedures and documentation are consistently followed and updated.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Able to commute to and from work sites and to store locations (mileage reimbursement)

• Must be a resident of Hawaii

WORKING CONDITIONS:

· 90% of time sitting and 10% of time standing / walking

· Direct contact with administrative staff and management

· Expected to behave professionally and adapt to a changing environment

· Speaks English fluently and able to communicate with the workforce’s varying abilities in language and understanding

· Excellent writing skills to document system and network configurations and User guides

· Limited job structure exists; situations are diverse, although not unique, require considerable creative and mental aptitude

· Works independently with minimal supervision

· Requires interpretative skills; a high degree of analysis using logical, evaluative or professional thinking is necessary to define problems, collect information, establish facts and form valid solutions

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Scheduling

· Typically, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

· May require working outside of normal hours including weekends and holidays.

2. Pre-Employment Requirements:

· Must pass pre-employment drug screening.

3. Education & Certifications:

· 4 - Year College Degree

· IT Certifications in appropriate discipline preferred

· Willing to substitute relevant work experience in lieu of the above education and certification requirement

4. Knowledge & Experience:

· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

· Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities

· Requires knowledge of computer hardware and operating systems.

· Requires thorough understanding on network topologies (LAN/WAN) and the TCP/IP protocol

· Requires prior working experience with network hardware, including firewalls, routers, and switches.

· A working understanding of wireless networking protocols and security mechanisms

· A working understanding of virtualization technology.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, primary importance on Word and Excel.

· Familiarity with PCI Compliance preferred.

5. Desired Skills:

· 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.

· Ability to communicate complex specialized information to a variety of audiences. Make formal presentations of technical information to colleagues (e.g., group training of a technical nature). Prepare complex submissions, such as reports or proposals, for external audiences.

· Excellent interpersonal skills (ability to develop interdependent relationships)

· Self-development skills (desire and ability to learn)

· Planning skills (ability to set short-term, mid-term and long-term goals, measures, activities, and time frames)

· Organizational skills (ability to coordinate multiple tasks/activities, ensure smooth and balanced work flow, and meet due dates); good time management skills and habits

· Problem-solving/decision-making skills (ability to handle operational, staff, and customer problems on a timely basis); sees problems as opportunities for growth; is persistent in resolving an issue

· Community building skills (ability to get team members to work cooperatively and collaboratively)

· Business Acumen (ability to understand numerical reports and connect them to actions to take to make improvements)