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IT Security Analyst
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What they do
A Technical Consultant or Analyst provides information technology consulting services to businesses and organizations. Advises or manages installation or expansion of computer network systems; provides problem-solving assistance and staff training with new systems. May work independently or as part of a consulting team.
$94,010 / year median in Utah
-12% projected decline
Job Description
IT Security Analyst at Cache Valley Electric IT Security Analyst at Cache Valley Electric in West Valley City, Utah Posted in about 21 hours ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Purpose:
The IT Security Analyst will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to security threats across the organization's systems and networks. This role plays a critical part in protecting company data, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting the overall security posture of the business.
Duties:
- Monitor security alerts and events, endpoint protection, and other cybersecurity tools.
- Investigate suspected security incidents and support incident response activities.
- Identify vulnerabilities in systems, applications, and networks, and recommend remediation actions.
- Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and risk analyses.
- Assist in implementing and maintaining security controls, policies, and procedures.
- Review firewall, intrusion detection/prevention, antivirus, and access control systems.
- Support user access reviews and identity/access management processes.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure system configurations and patch management.
- Help maintain compliance with security standards and regulations such as ISO 27001, NIST, CMMC, and others as applicable.
- Prepare security reports, documentation, and recommendations for management.
- Provide security awareness guidance and training support for employees.
- Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity best practices.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
- [2-5] years of experience in IT security, information security, or a related IT role.
- Knowledge of network security concepts, operating systems, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
- Experience with security monitoring and incident response tools.
- Understanding of vulnerability management and risk assessment practices.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance requirements.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.