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Information Security Analysts

Salt Lake City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Aug 2026

💰 $85,870/yr($65,000/yr – $85,870/yr)

About the role

Details

Open Date 08/13/2026 Requisition Number PRN45912B Job Title Information Security Analysts Working Title Information Sec Analyst II Career Progression Track P00 Track Level P2 - Developing FLSA Code Computer Employee Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

VP Area President Department 00954 - UIT Systems & Security Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $65,000.00 - $85,870.00 Close Date 08/28/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

Information Security Analyst II

The Information Security Office is seeking a motivated applicant to join our Security Assurance team, primarily focused on Vulnerability Management. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in safeguarding the University of Utah’s educational and hospital and clinics IT infrastructures by identifying and addressing vulnerabilities while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our overall security posture. This position offers the opportunity to grow your skills and advance your career in a fast-paced, inclusive environment dedicated to excellence.

About UIT: University Information Technology (UIT), the central IT service provider for the University of Utah, reports to the U’s Chief Information Officer and is responsible for many of the U’s shared IT services including the wired and wireless network; Campus Information Services (CIS) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration; digital learning technologies; information security; software licensing; and a host of other IT systems and services.

About the University of Utah: Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah’s system of higher education, home to arts and museum venues and a member of the BIG-12 Conference. Skiing and snowboarding opportunities are a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities from biking to hiking to fishing abound. Salt Lake City is home to the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.

Responsibilities

Information Security Analyst II

· Threat Identification: Lead efforts to identify and track vulnerabilities across systems, applications, and networks using tools like Qualys VMDR, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, and Tanium.
· Vulnerability Assessment: Evaluate identified vulnerabilities to determine business risk based on severity, exposure to threats, and potential impact on organizational systems and operations.
· Analysis and Reporting: Analyze scan results from vulnerability management tools to prioritize remediation and provide actionable recommendations through detailed reports to stakeholders.
· Remediation Coordination: Collaborate with IT teams responsible for infrastructure to ensure vulnerabilities are effectively addressed.
· Documentation: Maintain comprehensive records of vulnerabilities, mitigation steps, and monitoring practices. Create dashboards in relevant tools.
· Research: Stay informed about emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to enhance security measures.
· Compliance: Support adherence to security policies, standards, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
· Other duties as assigned

Job Code: P34212

Grade: P17

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Information Security Analyst, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

· Strong understanding of information technolo