Information Security Analyst Associate - UPMC Ireland
Location: MacDonagh Office
Job type: Permanent
Overview of Role
UPMC Ireland is hiring an Information Security Analyst Associate.
Under the general direction of the management team and senior staff, the Information Security Analyst - Intermediate supports the Information Security Group's efforts to develop secure systems and networks through the identification and implementation of automated tools, development and execution of security processes, procedures, advanced security techniques, and reporting.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Provide service to IT client community, patients, families and visitors, while protecting the integrity and confidentiality of all data and information through physical and electronic measures.
During professional activities, conducts themselves in accordance with the highest standards of moral, ethical and legal behaviour.
Assist Application and System Support representatives in the development and accreditation of Security Plans to ensure policy and best practice compliance of controls in place.
Resolve security issues in complex multi-disciplined environments.
Examine systems and applications to assess the current security posture.
Develop and maintain security incident handling processes.
Develop and implement security policy enforcement technologies.
Review and revise security policies as identified through technology and risk analysis reviews.
Manage vulnerability related tickets to ensure issues are remediated within proper timelines.
Fulfil departmental requirements in terms of providing work coverage and administrative notification during periods of personal illness, vacation, or education.
On-call support may be required at designated times.
Ability to establish priorities and delegate tasks to the appropriate personnel or work independently as necessary.
Experience
Demonstrates and applies a thorough understanding of information technology tools, best practices, and concepts.
Ability to prioritize impactful vulnerabilities and reduce noise often associated with vulnerability tools.
Experience working with Windows, Linux and/or other Unix-like variants.
Understanding of TCP, UDP, HTTP, IP and other network protocols.
Understanding of how to triage vulnerabilities and validate tool findings before reporting them or taking action.
Experience with vulnerability scanners (e.g. Tenable, Rapid7, Qualys, OpenVAS, etc.).
Experience with web application scanners (e.g. WebInspect, AppScan, Accunetix, Burp, etc.).
Ability to automate and script tasks (e.g. Python, PowerShell, BASH).
Ability to utilize and write scripts against common web APIs (REST, SOAP).
Experience working in a cloud environment (AWS or Azure).
Experience working with end point protection tools (Crowdstrike, Sophos)
Experience working with logging / analytic tools (Splunk)
The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.
Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications / Education / Experience:
Typically has a 4-year academic degree and 1+ years of information security or equivalent practical work experience.
Demonstrates and applies thorough understanding of information technology tools, best practices, and concepts.
Completes on-going training on-the-job, through courses, self-study, certifications and/or advanced degrees to maintain and enhance technical and business capabilities.
Maintains current knowledge of security techniques and
Licensure / Certification:
CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certifications are preferred
Salary: €35,000 - €45,000
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Compensation
Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable.
Benefits
Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents.
Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times.
Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
Performance and Recognition
Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance
Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days.
Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
Development and Career Opportunities
Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
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