Security Operations Analyst-Barboursville, WV

•This is NOT a remote position.

Job Summary:

The Security Operations Analyst plays a critical role in safeguarding the organizations information systems by continuously monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats. This position ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data through proactive security operations, incident investigation, and the maintenance of security technologies with regards to HIPAA, PCI, and other applicable information security frameworks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Identify and recommend improvements to security processes, tools, and operational workflows.

Monitor and maintain computer networks and systems to safeguard data from internal and external threats.

Install, configure, and maintain security hardware and software, analyze security alerts, investigate potential violations, and prevent unauthorized access.

Review and analyze network and host-based security logs (e.g., firewalls, NIDS, Syslog).Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot antivirus systems and email security gateways.

Perform maintenance and upgrades on existing security technologies.

Monitor security alerts and assist in assessing potential security events and incidents.

Ensure incident and audit reports are completed accurately and in accordance with operational standards.

Conduct ongoing research to stay current on emerging cybersecurity technologies, standards, and threats.

Support administration and troubleshooting of security-related software and firmware (e.g., endpoint protection, vulnerability scanners, firewalls, DNS, cloud platforms).Assist with resolving security-related infrastructure issues.

Perform threat detection and analysis across multiple technologies to identify security incidents or misconfigurations in a timely manner.

Escalate and support potential security incidents following established procedures.

Communicate security events and findings through appropriate channels.

Contribute to incident response efforts by gathering and relaying relevant supplemental information.

Maintain compliance with all HIPAA components, HIPAA privacy standards, and company policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or

Work Experience Requirements:

An Associate or Bachelors degree in Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related fieldA minimum of 2-5 years of experience in security operations and/or information technologySecurity+ certification or equivalent certifications preferredSound understanding of security operations, processes, and technologiesStrong knowledge of security principles, best practices, and techniquesAbility to identify and analyze security risks and develop mitigation strategiesProficient in incident response and investigation proceduresExcellent written and verbal communication skillsOutstanding problem-solving, analytical skills, and attention to detail

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistentWork is sedentary in nature and occurs in a climate-controlled environment. Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm OR 8:30am-5:00pm