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Department: IDP Information Technology Center
Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
Hire Type: Full Time
Pay: Commensurate with experience
Work Schedule: 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday; additional hours may be
requested as needed;work is performed on-site and in person.
Export Compliance Requirement: This position requires access to EAR
or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible
for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the
requirement of being a U.S. Citizen.
Job Information
WSU IDP is currently searching for a Cybersecurity Analyst to assist
with NIARs Security Helpdesk and Operations Center (SHOC). The SHOC is
responsible for monitoring and safeguarding the organizations systems
and data, as well as enforcing cybersecurity industry best practices and
compliance with NIST 800-171. The SHOC also plays a support and
collaborative role with other WSU InfoSec teams.
As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting
our cybersecurity efforts. This job offers a unique opportunity to apply
and expand your knowledge in a real-world cybersecurity environment. You
will work alongside with our Cybersecurity Teams, gaining hands-on
experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment and other
cybersecurity domains.
This position offers substantial exposure to the ever-evolving
cybersecurity sector, and an opportunity to work with different tools,
to be creative, and to be part of solutions to safeguard our systems,
network, data and infrastructure.
Job Summary
Performs all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information
systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent
access or destruction.
Essential Functions
Interfaces with user community to understand their security needs and
implements procedures to provide accommodations. Ensures that user
community understands and adheres to necessary procedures to maintain
security. Conducts accurate evaluation of the level of security
required. Provides management with status reports and security metrics.
Functions as part of the incident response team
Required Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Six (6) years of experience in information security. Every 30 hours
of college coursework can be substituted for one (1) year of
experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Foundational cybersecurity knowledge, understanding of cybersecurity
concepts, protocols, and best practices.
Willing to listen and eager to learn.
Detail oriented and excellent analytical skills.
Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to take on investigations and
research.
Effective communication skills
Comfortable asking who, what, when, where, why, and how
Problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer
Science, or related field.
1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity, preferrable in a SOC or as
cybersecurity analyst.
Relevant coursework or certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CompTIA
Security+, Network+, etc.)
Knowledge and understanding of security concepts such as Phishing,
Incident Response, Threat Analysis, and Cybersecurity Awareness
Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, Project, Excel, PowerPoint and
Visio
Adept at writing technical documents
Presentation skills
Physical Requirements:
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but
not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.
Ability to remain in a stationary position.
