Information Security Analyst

Southern Utah University (SUU) invites applications for the position of Information Security Analyst. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer, this role is a cornerstone of the Information Security Office, responsible for the development, maintenance, and fine-tuning of the infrastructure that protects our university's digital landscape. The Information Security Analyst is an integral member of a centralized IT team that balances high-level enterprise security products with agile, open-source projects. We are looking for a technically-minded professional who enjoys "getting under the hood" of security tools—someone who can automate a cleanup process, fine-tune a SIEM alert, and explain the "why" behind a security policy to a faculty member with equal skill. Whether you are a seasoned analyst or a technical IT professional ready to specialize in security, this position offers the opportunity to defend a complex, meaningful environment while mentoring the next generation of IT student professionals. Security Infrastructure & Tool Management Implement, maintain, and fine-tune security appliances, including Next-Generation Firewalls, VPNs, and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) platforms. Administer and optimize enterprise logging, email security, identity & access management, and other security related systems, ensuring alerts are actionable and high-value. Utilize scripting and automation to improve the efficiency of security tools and validate the effectiveness of security fixes. Monitoring, Analysis, & Incident Response Monitor system logs and alerts to identify, investigate, respond to, and document potential and known security incidents. Perform initial forensic analysis and research emerging threats to develop appropriate mitigations. Participate in the design and execution of vulnerability assessments and penetration tests. Governance, Risk, & Compliance Assist in compliance efforts with federal and state regulations (e.g., PCI, FERPA, HIPAA). Conduct risk assessments of new software and campus systems to ensure alignment with the CIS Controls framework. Assist in the development and auditing of campus security plans, policies, and incident response procedures. Mentorship & Outreach Supervise and mentor student employees, providing them with real-world experience in information security. Promote security best practices and assist in campus-wide security awareness training. Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of two years' work experience in an IT related field or a master's degree in an Information Technology related field. Foundational understanding of network services, systems, and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, etc.) used in firewalls, VPNs, and routers. Ability to effectively communicate technical security issues to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with cloud infrastructure and security services (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Experience managing enterprise security platforms (SIEM, EDR, or Next-Gen Firewalls) or open-source security tools (Zeek, Suricata, Elastic, etc.). Experience performing IT security assessments or working within regulatory frameworks like FERPA or PCI. Residing in or willingness to relocate to the Cedar City area to foster on-site relationships with the campus community. Relevant IT security certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, GSEC, CEH, or CISSP). Along with the required documents, applicants must answer the additional questions to be considered This position is contingent on funding. Due to recent changes in H1B visa fees, Southern Utah University is no longer able to sponsor international faculty and staff that require an H1B visa and are currently living outside of the United States.