Posting number: 2026115
Department: University of Charleston
Job classification: IT Security Administrator
Posting type: Open
Categories: IT and Computers
Activity
Security Analysis and Event Management – Actively monitor college Information Security operations and reporting systems for security issues / risk including network, endpoint devices, mobile devices, and servers. Monitor system consoles including but not limited to DLP, SIEM, anti-virus, endpoint advance threats, patch management, windows update services, software inventories and network traffic for potential security threats, risk and issues. Participate in the active remediation and/or oversight in the correction of identified issues, risk, deficiencies and incidents. Review daily security reports / dash boards for anomalies or security threats and remediate any issues identified. Promptly investigate high priority notifications and report findings to the CISO or appropriate designee. Document daily activities/incidents in the appropriate tracking systems where applicable.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
25
Activity
Vulnerability and Penetration Testing – Perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing for applications, servers, network, endpoint devices and mobile devices. Develop and validate baseline security configurations and controls for critical network configurations. Coordinate vulnerability patch management process and prioritization. Provide guidance for remediation of system vulnerabilities and baseline security configurations.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
25
Activity
Security Subject Matter Expert – Along with the CISO, serve as an Information Security Subject Matter Expert on College RFP and Project Teams. Plan, assist and approve any Information Security Architecture design and procurement. Work with the CISO and other staff to develop and implement security procedures and practices following best security practices and the State Information Security Framework (DIS-200). Coordinate and lead technical security activities. Actively participate in routine assessments of college offices and programs for compliance.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
15
Activity
Incident Response and Remediation – Work with the CISO to investigate suspected security breaches and/or policy violations and formulate recommendations for corrective action. Develop and maintain incident verification and remediation playbooks in partnership with IT technical teams. Work with the CISO, Office of General Counsel, IT and Office of Personnel Services to facilitate eDiscovery requests, litigation holds and priority personnel actions.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
20
Activity
Security Research and Evaluation – Stay abreast of current security threats and vulnerabilities. Maintain a working knowledge of established college policies and procedures. Maintain a working knowledge of established Federal and State Information Security regulations.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
5
Activity
Lead Junior Information Security Analyst. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff; provide relevant technical training and guidance to junior analysts and other departments. Leads junior analysts in core information security functions (for example, installation, configuration and maintenance of information security equipment). Collaborates with management to design and implement long-term information security strategies.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
A Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, information technology, or related field. 5-10 years of experience in areas of information security administration, network administration and/or information technology systems administration. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Knowledge of information technology, security concepts, and security frameworks. Experience in the installation, setup and operation of IT infrastructure (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, intrusion detection/protection devices, and data encryption). Knowledge of operating systems (e.g., Android, iOS, Linux, Windows, VMWare), Cloud computing, networks, hardware and software platforms, and protocols related to information security. Experience performing vulnerability scanning, assessment, and analysis and leading infrastructure patch management. Experience managing and responding to information security risks, threats and incidents. Expert knowledge of applicable information security trends and best practices. Knowledge of applicable internal and/or external regulatory policies, standards, procedures and controls (e.g., NIST, CIS). Knowledge of Payment Card Industry (PCI) controls, and the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP). Experience working with IT security vendors to implement and maintain security solutions.
Preferred, but not required certifications include: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC).
Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record; must successfully pass a background check.
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
