Information Security Analyst Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama

Tallo's Job Summary: Information Security Analysts are responsible for detecting and preventing cyber threats within a company's computing environment. They identify weaknesses in the infrastructure and implement security measures to protect networks and digital files. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in IT or related field, along with five years of experience in security analysis. The Birmingham Water Works Board is hiring for this position.

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M General Responsibilities Responsible for constantly detecting and preventing cyber threatsto the company computing environment. Identify weaknesses of thecompany computing infrastructure (software, hardware, networks) andfind creative ways to protect it. Plan, implement, upgrade, ormonitor security measures to protect computer networks andinformation. Ensure appropriate security controls are in place tosafeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. Servesas an internal company lead for responding to business-impactingcomputer security breaches and viruses. Night and weekend hours asneeded. Essential Job Functions Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental orunauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meetemergency data processing needs. Review violations of computer security procedures and discussprocedures with violators to ensure violations are notrepeated. Plan, implement and upgrade security measures andcontrols. Establish plans and protocols to protect digital files andinformation systems against unauthorized access, modification anddestruction. Maintain data and monitor security access. Perform vulnerability testing, risk analyses and securityassessments. Perform risk assessments and execute tests of the dataprocessing system to ensure the functioning of data processingactivities and security measures. Conduct internal security audits. Essential Job Functions Con’t Anticipate security alerts, incidents, and disasters and reducetheir likelihood. Collaborate technically with the infrastructure team to managethe network, intrusion detection, prevention systems and encryptionmeasures. Analyze security breaches to determine the root cause. Recommend and install appropriate tools andcountermeasures. Define, implement, and maintain corporate securitypolicies. Collaborate with the appropriate BWW areas to train fellowemployees in security awareness and procedures. Coordinate security plans with outside vendors. Essential Job Functions Con’t Respond to eDiscovery, data collection queries, and digitalforensics requests. Work an on-call rotating schedule outside the regular scheduleon a rotating basis. Maintain and protect sensitive and private information bykeeping employee records confidential in accordance with HIPAA,local, state and federal laws and regulations. Ensures that PHI/ePHI of employees, plan participants,patients, and other assigned individuals are maintained andtransmitted securely and legally. Perform all work safely in accordance with established safetypolicies and procedures. Comply with all safety and healthstandards and guidelines issued by management. Perform other duties as assigned. Education Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science,Cybersecurity, or related field required. Experience Five (5) years of experience, specifically in a securityanalyst job required. Penetration testing and vulnerability testing &remediation Anti-virus and anti-malware TCP/IP, computer networking, routing and switching Firewalls, proxies, IDS, IPS, and security appliances Windows and Linux operating systems Network protocols and packet analysis tools Comprehension of development & scripting languages (C#, VB,Python, C, .NET) Cloud computing

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Valid driver’s license required The following certifications are highly preferred: CEHCertified Ethical Hacker ECSA EC-Council Certified Security Analyst Supervision NONE Physical Demands Ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods Reaching by excreting hand(s) or arms(s) in anydirection Finger dexterity is required to manipulate objects with fingersrather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using akeyboard Communication skills using the spoken word Ability to see within normal parameters Ability to hear within normal parameters Ability to move about Ability to lift 25 pounds Work Environment Moderate noise (business office) Night and weekend hours as needed Exposed to cold temperatures in the data center Occasionally visit job sites, in plants and outdoors, exposedto extreme hot/cold/wet weather conditions

Benefits:
Health, Dental and Vision Coverage:

The Birmingham Water WorksBoard (BWWB) offers full-time employees a comprehensive health carepackage, which includes a medical, dental and vision plan throughBlue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).

Retirement Plan:

The BWWB provides a defined benefit pensionplan. Participation is mandatory, and employees con­tribute apercentage of their gross biweekly income. The retirement incomeyou will receive from the plan will be determined by a formulabased on your years of service and final average earnings. It isimportant to note that any Social Security Benefits to which youbecome entitled are in addition to your retirement income from theplan.

Higher education assistance:

The BWWB supports the continuousdevelopment of its employees through its Education and Assis­tanceProgram. The program allows eligible full-time employees to enrollin accredited degree programs or credit hour courses acuniversities, colleges, community colleges, technical and tradesschools and receive financial assistance for tuition, required feesand books. To receive reimbursement under this program, regularfull-time employees must have successfully completed their 180-dayintroductory period when the course is submitted forpre-approval. recblid lfcvzpv5gxzshsaempdmzch28krk85

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