Information Security Analyst

About the Role

Southern Utah University invites applications for the Information Security Analyst, a cornerstone position within the Information Security Office reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer. This role is dedicated to the development, maintenance, and fine-tuning of the infrastructure that protects the university's digital landscape.

As an integral member of a centralized IT team, you will balance high-level enterprise security products with agile, open-source projects. We are seeking a technically-minded professional who enjoys "getting under the hood" of security tools—someone capable of automating cleanup processes, fine-tuning SIEM alerts, and explaining the "why" behind security policies to faculty members with equal skill. Whether you are a seasoned analyst or a technical IT professional ready to specialize in security, this position offers the opportunity to defend a complex, meaningful environment while mentoring the next generation of IT student professionals.

Hiring Process

Along with the required documents, applicants must answer additional questions to be considered. This position is contingent on funding. In accordance with Utah State Code 53A-3-410, appointment to this position is contingent upon the successful passing of a background check.

Visa Sponsorship Notice: Due to recent changes in H1B visa fees, Southern Utah University is no longer able to sponsor international faculty and staff that require an H1B visa and are currently living outside of the United States.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Southern Utah University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. For more information or contact information, please visit suu.edu.

Work location

Work model: On-site

2226, Crestview Circle, Cedar City, Iron County, Utah, 84720, United States

Cedar City, Utah

Key Responsibilities

check_circleImplement, maintain, and fine-tune security appliances including firewalls, VPNs, and EDR platforms
check_circleAdminister and optimize enterprise logging, email security, and identity management systems
check_circleUtilize scripting and automation to improve security tool efficiency and validate fixes
check_circleMonitor system logs to identify, investigate, and document security incidents
check_circlePerform initial forensic analysis and research emerging threats to develop mitigations
check_circleParticipate in the design and execution of vulnerability assessments and penetration tests
check_circleConduct risk assessments of new software and campus systems to ensure CIS Controls alignment
check_circleAssist in the development and auditing of campus security plans, policies, and procedures
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Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in IT-related field or equivalent
verifiedMinimum 2 years IT experience or Master's in IT
verifiedFoundational understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP
verifiedAbility to communicate technical security issues
verifiedWillingness to relocate to Cedar City area
verifiedSuccessful background check
verifiedNo H1B visa sponsorship required

Nice to Have

Experience with cloud infrastructure and security services (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Experience managing enterprise security platforms (SIEM, EDR, or Next-Gen Firewalls) or open-source security tools (Zeek, Suricata, Elastic, etc.). Experience performing IT security assessments or working within regulatory frameworks like FERPA or PCI. Residing in or willingness to relocate to the Cedar City area. Relevant IT security certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, GSEC, CEH, or CISSP).

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Next-Generation Firewalls, VPNS, Endpoint Detection And Response, Siem, Edr, Zeek, Suricata, Elastic, Aws, Azure.

Education: Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field or equivalent experience; Master's degree in Information Technology.

Frequently asked questions about Information Security Analyst at SUU Aviation

What does a Information Security Analyst at SUU Aviation do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Information Security Analyst at SUU Aviation will implement, maintain, and fine-tune security appliances including firewalls, vpns, and edr platforms; administer and optimize enterprise logging, email security, and identity management systems; utilize scripting and automation to improve security tool efficiency and validate fixes; and monitor system logs to identify, investigate, and document security incidents.

What are the requirements for this Information Security Analyst role?expand_more

SUU Aviation is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in IT-related field or equivalent; Minimum 2 years IT experience or Master's in IT; Foundational understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP; Ability to communicate technical security issues; Willingness to relocate to Cedar City area; and Successful background check.

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Information Security Analyst at SUU Aviation is based in 2226, Crestview Circle, Cedar City, Iron County, Utah, 84720, United States. This is a on-site role.

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SUU Aviation has listed this Information Security Analyst role as on-site.

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Candidates for Information Security Analyst at SUU Aviation should have mid level.

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Key skills for Information Security Analyst at SUU Aviation include Next-Generation Firewalls; VPNS; Endpoint Detection And Response; Siem; Edr; Zeek; Suricata; and Elastic.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field or equivalent experience; and Master's degree in Information Technology.

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Information Security Analyst at SUU Aviation is part of the it job category on Recrutus.