Sr Information Security Analyst

Job Summary

The Sr. Information Security Analyst designs, configures, administers, and monitors information security controls for the Bank. This position assists the CISO with risk assessment activities, selecting and implementing security controls, and documenting the results of their activities while executing the Information Security Program. The Sr. Information Security Analyst assists with incident response and may require after-hours support if there are production issues with security controls.

Essential Duties
Responsible for the selection, design, configuration, administration, and monitoring of security controls, including maintaining reliability, performance, and availability of the systems.
Contributes to IT and Information Security risk assessment documentation using an understanding of IT and Information Security risks and controls.
Participates in research and development of security technologies that will assess/monitor/reduce vulnerabilities for the enterprise.
Responsible for automating security activities and data analysis via system automation scripting and data management (Python, PowerShell).
Responsible for documenting work activities in activity logs, periodic reports, problem management systems, change management systems, project tracking systems, and other similar systems.
Responsible for documenting system design and configuration information.
Documentation must be factually accurate and conform to business writing standards with minimal spelling, grammatical, or syntactical errors.
Responsible for following Change Management procedures and minimize disruption to production systems by exercising good judgment and due care.

Essential Duty - On Call Support

When scheduled for on-call duty, responsible for all end-user support after hours, and ensuring that response times and service levels are within the guidelines established by management. Bank Security personnel must ensure that cell phones are on and available in the event of end-user support call or outage alert via text message. Bank Security personnel may be expected to be available to respond to critical situations, even if not scheduled for on-call duty.

Complies with all State and Federal Banking regulatory requirements, including but not limited to: BSA, Anti-Money Laundering OFAC, CIP, Financial Elder Abuse Reporting, Sexual Harassment, Information Security and privacy requirements. This position will elevate suspicious activity to supervisory staff and/or BSA department. Completes compliance and other technical training workshops as assigned.

Non-Essential Duties
Automating security activities and data analysis via system automation scripting and data management (Python, PERL, PowerShell)
Security-related MS SQL database administration
Penetration Test experience

Required Knowledge
Understanding of information security concepts and domains.
Experience administering Windows and Linux servers or network systems (Arista, Cisco, HP).
Understanding and/or experience with the following security technologies, firewalls (Fortinet), web application firewalls, IDS/IPS, e-mail encryption gateways, vulnerability scanning tools, forensics tools.
Exposure to log/packet capturing & decoding of various attack signatures, such as recognizing SQL injections, cross-site scripting attacks, etc.
Experience collaborating with vendors to implement security-related projects.
Strong understanding of Microsoft Active Directory access rights, user access provisioning, SQL access and Operating System security.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure, M365 cloud security, and InTune.
Exposure to log/packet capturing & decoding of various attack signatures, such as recognizing SQL injections, cross-site scripting attacks, etc.
Ethernet, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, Active Directory and enterprise level backup software.
Experience with SIEM systems such as SumoLogic or Splunk.

Basic Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Effective verbal and written communications, including documenting activities, drafting reports, and presentation skills for findings and recommendations.
Clear understanding of the English language (spoken and written)
Customer service skills
Time management skills
Project planning and execution skills
Detail-oriented
Critical thinking, judgment and problem-solving skills
Ability to actively listen and learn.
Ability to work both independently and with others at all levels.
Ability to communicate with Supervisors and Co-workers respectfully
Ability to effectively deal with unpleasant, angry or discourteous people

Officer Title Eligibility

For qualified positions, the Bank may designate Officer Titles to employees who meet defined competencies for an eligible position. This position is not eligible for an Officer Title.

Equipment Operated
Desk top Computers
Standard Office Equipment (copiers, fax machines)
Information Security software and hardware

Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Requires sitting for prolong periods of time
Requires lifting up to 25 lbs.
Office setting w/controlled temperature
Requires repetitive movement.

Education and Experience
Minimum of six years of applicable security and system administration experience
Bachelors in computer science or equivalent required. Security Certifications preferred from GIAC, ISC2, CompTIA such as CISSP, SSCP, CCSP, GCIH, CEH, etc.
Microsoft Cloud Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert