We are looking for a Cyber Security Analyst who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.  Come be a part of the Mosaic of HCC.

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director of Cyber Security & Compliance, the Cyber Security Analyst will assist in developing, implementing, and enforcing IT infrastructure security policies, standards, guidelines and technologies. The Cyber Security Analyst will also ensure these controls effectively safeguard information systems against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assist with the development, implementation and maintenance of a comprehensive information security program;
2. Assist in the development of a website for the security office and be responsible for maintaining the site with up-to-date content;
3. Coordinate and maintain security related policies, procedures, security standards and best practices;
4. Contribute to the development of security risk assessments and conduct risk assessments as needed;
5. Participate in vulnerability assessments, security evaluations and reviews;
6. Research and stay abreast of new vulnerabilities and exploits that may compromise the institution;
7. Evaluate risk and work with interdepartmental personnel to address vulnerabilities;
8. Advise departments on regulatory requirements, institutional policies, and security best practices;
9. Contribute to inter-departmental and cross-functional working groups.   Assist to remediate audit and assessment findings;
10. Assist in the development of business continuity and disaster recovery plans.  Manage security projects and technology implementations. Meet project deadlines.  Develop and maintain documentation for all assigned projects;
11. Contribute to the evaluation, implementation and management of security solutions and processes;
12. Provide security guidance and training to personnel;
13. Recommend and implement necessary technologies and processes needed to protect the institution; and
14. Work with the Director of Administrative and IT Security, and other technical/security staff, contributes to the development of project plans and budget proposals to address current needs and potential security issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.  The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field required.  Eight (8) years directly related work experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.

EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years’ experience with progressively increasing responsibility in related subject matter.

Experience in security aspects of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, communications and network protocols.

Experience in a community college environment preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Good communication skills, analytical ability, strong judgment and leadership skills, and
2. the ability to work effectively with clients and IT management and staffs
3. Able to function independently on project work and to interface with all levels of the HCC organization in carrying out the duties of this position
4. Knowledge of data security, access control systems, encryption and information protection methodologies and concepts
5. Able to organize data in clear and logical manner for reporting purposes
6. Able to analyze and evaluate complex information from internal and external sources
7. Able to communicate technical issues to technical and non-technical business representatives on an as needed basis with direction from management
8. Able to understand strategic objectives and vision, and work towards those goals

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.