USU Space Dynamics Laboratory is looking of IT Security Administrator on Sun, 23 Feb 2014 17:33:19 GMT. The Security Administrator’s role is to ensure the secure operation of the in-house computer systems, servers, and network connections. This includes checking...
IT Security Administrator
Location: North Logan Utah
Description: USU Space Dynamics Laboratory is looking of IT Security Administrator right now, this career will be placed in Utah. For detail informations about this career opportunity kindly see the descriptions. The Security Administrator’s role is to ensure the secure operation of the in-house computer systems, servers, and network connections. This includes checking server and firewall logs, scrutinizing network traffic, establishing and updating virus scans, and troubleshooting. This person will also analyze and resolve security breaches and vulnerability issues in a timely and accurate ! fashion, and conduct user activity audits where required. Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.
Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning
- Develop, implement, maintain, and oversee enforcement of policies, procedures and associated plans for system security administration and user system access based on industry-standard best practices.
- Assess need for any security reconfigurations (minor or significant) and execute them if required.
- Keep current with emerging security alerts and issues.
- Conduct research on emerging products, services, protocols, and standards in support of security enhancement and development efforts.
- Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to obtain protection services and products.
- Recommend, schedule, and perform security improvements, upgrades, and/or purchases. Operational Management
- Deploy, manage an! d maintain all security systems and their corresponding or associated software, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, cryptography systems, and anti-virus software.
- Administer and maintain end user accounts, permissions, and access rights.
- Manage connection security for local area networks, the company Web site, the company intranet, and e-mail communications.
- Manage and ensure the security of databases and data transferred both internally and externally.
- Design, perform, and/or oversee penetration testing of all systems in order to identify system vulnerabilities.
- Design, implement, and report on security system and end user activity audits.
- Monitor server logs, firewall logs, intrusion detection logs, and network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity. Interpret activity and make recommendations for resolution.
- Recommend, schedule (where appropriate), and apply fixes, security patches, disaster! recovery procedures, and any other measures required in the event of a security breach.
- Download and test new security software and/or technologies.
- Provide on-call security support to end-users.
- Manage and/or provide guidance to junior members of the team.
- College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science and/or 3 years equivalent work experience.
- Certifications in Security+, GIAC, CISCO, etc.
- Broad hands-on knowledge of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, data
- In-depth technical knowledge of network, PC, and platform operating systems, including
- Working technical knowledge of curren! t systems software, protocols, and standards.
- Strong knowledge! of TCP/IP and network administration/protocols.
- Hands-on experience with devices such as hubs, switches, and routers.
- Knowledge of applicable practices and laws relating to data privacy and protection.
- Knowledge of law enforcement practices, procedures, and chain of custody.
- Strong knowledge of network packet analysis tools (ex, WireShark).
- Demonstrable experience with SIEM products.
- Forensics experience, tools, and processes.
- Incident response and reporting.
- Intuition and keen instincts to pre-empt attacks.
- High level of analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to conduct research into security issues and products as required.
- Strong understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
- Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
- Highly self-motivated and directed.
- Strong organizational! skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- On-call availability for 7 days per month.
- Sitting for extended periods of time.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components.
- Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as servers and peripherals.
Formal Education & Certification
AA/EOE/M/F/D/V
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If you were eligible to this career, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to USU Space Dynamics Laboratory.
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This career starts available on: Sun, 23 Feb 2014 17:3! 3:19 GMT