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Information Security Analyst

Harris & Harris Chicago, IL 60604 Information Technology

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Oversees the information security program in all aspects
  • Focuses on data security, change management, disaster recovery, & compliance processes and initiatives, acting as the central point of contact and collaborating with other organizations within the company to ensure effective security processes and controls are aligned to deliver compliance with established security policies.
  • Assists in the performance of periodic data security audits, risk assessments control validation, and remediation.
  • Oversees the monitoring of security alerts from all sources, including installed monitoring software.
  • Partners with other teams within the organization such Human Resources, Legal, and Accounting & Finance to identify current and future internal and external security vulnerabilities, and identifies the best ways to reduce information security risks.
  • Coordinates and directs the development, management approval, implementation, and promulgation of policies, standards, & guidelines needed to support information security compliance throughout the company.
  • Ensures adequate and effective controls and associated policies exist to meet current and future security compliance requirements found in laws and regulations that apply to the company.
  • Assists with the Disaster Recovery program and assists with the identification of areas for improvement and gaining efficiencies.
  • Performs incident response testing and documentation of security incidents
  • Leads the Change Management process for the IT organization.
  • Identifies and implements tools and architectures to better secure people, processes, and technologies.
  • Raises awareness of data security & compliance risks upper management.
  • Assists in the development of a library of artifacts used to complete RFP requests and client audits.
  • Coordinates the organization’s efforts to address and complete audits.
  • Oversees the security relationship with third party vendors, helping them complete the requirements to maintain certifications.
  • Proactively researches, tests and recommends enhancements and efficiencies to keep abreast of developments in the industry and improve IT security and compliance.
  • Establishes and maintains strong working relationship with technology providers, groups involved with information security as well as with business leaders across the organization.
  • Provide technical support for desktop systems software, hardware and peripherals, including printers, phones, handhelds and remote laptops in a Windows environment.
  • Install, configure, troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software and connectivity issues.
  • Responsible for hardware build, configuration, setup and imaging desktops and laptops ensuring all users are able to complete their assigned job functions.
  • Responsible for user setups, moves and system permissions.
  • Administer system and software updates to desktops and laptops.

    • KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to be on-call after hours and on the weekends
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related area
  • 3+ years of experience in Information Security or Project Management
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a technical role (system administrator, programmer, etc.) required, preferably in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment
  • Experience in an environment containing sensitive information and data
  • Familiarity with PCI DSS and HIPAA/HITECH
  • Experience with Group Policy
  • Experience with Cisco LAN/WAN/WLAN networking and security
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills
  • Must be detail oriented and able to multi-task
  • Knowledge of commonly used equipment, concepts, practices, and procedures within Data Center Operations
  • Ability to effectively present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
  • Must possess exceptional troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Must have excellent customer service skills and work within required timelines
  • Adept at regularly communicating concepts to diverse audiences with varying skills sets
  • Prioritize issues and find solutions in unfamiliar situations with little or no assistance
  • The following certifications are a plus: CISSP, CISA, Security+, PCI ISA

    • Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

    • Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

    • Education:

  • Bachelor’s (Preferred)

    • Experience:

  • Linux: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Information Security: 1 year (Preferred)

    • License/Certification:

  • CISSP (Preferred)

    • Work Location:

  • One location

    • This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

  • Dependable — more reliable than spontaneous
  • People-oriented — enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
  • Adaptable/flexible — enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
  • Detail-oriented — would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
  • Achievement-oriented — enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
  • Autonomous/Independent — enjoys working with little direction
  • Innovative — prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity

    • Benefit Conditions:

  • Only full-time employees eligible

    • Work Remotely:

  • Yes, temporarily due to COVID-19
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    Eltas EnterPrises Inc.
    3978 Windgrove Crossing
    Suite 200A
    Suwanee, Georgia
    30024, USA
    contact@eltasjobs.com

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