IT Security Analyst
iSphere
Houston, TX
IT Security Analyst
iSphere
Houston, TX
- Full-Time
Job Description
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Join iSphere's client as an IT Security Analyst full-time employee in Houston and be at the forefront of safeguarding organization information systems against cyber threats. We are looking for a skilled professional to investigate cybersecurity incidents, analyze security data, and implement robust security strategies. As a part of our team, you will play a crucial role in deploying cybersecurity solutions, conducting penetration testing, and performing risk assessments.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to threat alerts using advanced security tools.
- Conduct regular vulnerability scans to identify security risks across networks, systems, and applications.
- Ensure timely patching of systems and network devices to mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Participate in cybersecurity incident response activities.
- Perform forensic analysis of cyber-attacks to enhance future prevention measures.
- Document technical procedures and create knowledge base articles for support teams.
- Assist in deploying and configuring new security solutions in alignment with industry best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
- Experience with Firewalls, DLP solutions, and Active Directory.
- Proficiency in web development, scripting, and programming languages.
- Knowledge of Microsoft on-premises and cloud security.
- Familiarity with SIEM, network management, and hardware firewalls.
Key Competencies:
- Expertise in information security threat hunting.
- Strong documentation and reporting skills for security events.
- Understanding of Information Security Risk assessment and management.
- Proficiency in SIEM, NAC, firewall, IDS/IPS technologies, and application layer security controls.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to ensure security maintenance.
Benefits:
- Competitive vacation and sick time (PTO) with paid holidays.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan for retirement savings.
- Life insurance plans for added security.
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare needs.
- Industry-leading training and development opportunities.
Apply now!
Responsibilities:
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to threat alerts using advanced security tools.
- Conduct regular vulnerability scans to identify security risks across networks, systems, and applications.
- Ensure timely patching of systems and network devices to mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Participate in cybersecurity incident response activities.
- Perform forensic analysis of cyber-attacks to enhance future prevention measures.
- Document technical procedures and create knowledge base articles for support teams.
- Assist in deploying and configuring new security solutions in alignment with industry best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
- Experience with Firewalls, DLP solutions, and Active Directory.
- Proficiency in web development, scripting, and programming languages.
- Knowledge of Microsoft on-premises and cloud security.
- Familiarity with SIEM, network management, and hardware firewalls.
Key Competencies:
- Expertise in information security threat hunting.
- Strong documentation and reporting skills for security events.
- Understanding of Information Security Risk assessment and management.
- Proficiency in SIEM, NAC, firewall, IDS/IPS technologies, and application layer security controls.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to ensure security maintenance.
Benefits:
- Competitive vacation and sick time (PTO) with paid holidays.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan for retirement savings.
- Life insurance plans for added security.
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare needs.
- Industry-leading training and development opportunities.
Apply now!
iSphere provides our potential consultants with direct access to top area clients and decision makers frequently resulting in a quicker interview and hiring process. For our selected candidates, our recruiters provide resume and career coaching, interview preparation, knowledge of local compensation trends, and try to get to know you as a person all while providing as clear and consistent communication with you as possible.
Many of our consulting roles offer the possibility to transition to staff assignments with our client companies for those candidates that are interested and can serve as an excellent chance to try an environment out before making a long-term career commitment to an organization.
iSphere offers several choices of major medical plans as well as the opportunity to participate in 401K and profit sharing plans.
Client access, flexibility, and support for your long-term goals; get more at iSphere
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About iSphere
Building on a foundation of individual care and commitment for over 20 years, iSphere continues to grow by setting the standard for better service to both our IT consultants and the clients we serve.
As Corporate and Government solution strategists and architects, iSphere provides innovative products, professional services, and staff to help private and public sector clients achieve their goals and transform their technology driven business models. Clients partner with us to deliver successful business-IT strategy, top technology systems and bright IT talent.
Partners to the energy and financial trading, healthcare, education, and government sectors, iSphere’s team of skilled consultants are experts at solving business and technology challenges with advanced IT solutions.
With an unflagging work ethic, a cohesive team, and a passion for innovative service and solutions, our clients know they can depend on iSphere.
Many of our consulting roles offer the possibility to transition to staff assignments with our client companies for those candidates that are interested and can serve as an excellent chance to try an environment out before making a long-term career commitment to an organization.
iSphere offers several choices of major medical plans as well as the opportunity to participate in 401K and profit sharing plans.
Client access, flexibility, and support for your long-term goals; get more at iSphere
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About iSphere
Building on a foundation of individual care and commitment for over 20 years, iSphere continues to grow by setting the standard for better service to both our IT consultants and the clients we serve.
As Corporate and Government solution strategists and architects, iSphere provides innovative products, professional services, and staff to help private and public sector clients achieve their goals and transform their technology driven business models. Clients partner with us to deliver successful business-IT strategy, top technology systems and bright IT talent.
Partners to the energy and financial trading, healthcare, education, and government sectors, iSphere’s team of skilled consultants are experts at solving business and technology challenges with advanced IT solutions.
With an unflagging work ethic, a cohesive team, and a passion for innovative service and solutions, our clients know they can depend on iSphere.
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