Information Security Analyst

Description

About us:

ConnectOne Bank proves that putting people first is a better way to do business. At ConnectOne, we’re builders — of businesses, communities, and equity. Most importantly, we’re building opportunities. Our mission is to ensure our employees feel empowered to make important decisions, reach their potential and truly make an impact.

ConnectOne is a growth organization by design; it is part of our DNA and we take pride in seeing our employees grow with us. Founded in 2005 by an entrepreneur, we have grown into a high-performing commercial bank, inspiring a new model for our industry’s future. By embracing technology and all the ways it can help us become a world-class service organization, we support small business owners by fueling their mission. 

People First is the blueprint for our culture. It is at the foundation of everything we do and the decisions we make. At ConnectOne, you have the opportunity to be a part of a dynamic culture and team. Develop your forward-thinking skills, thrive in an entrepreneurial setting, and succeed at “a better place to be”. 

ConnectOne Bank is an Equal Housing and Equal Opportunity Lender, and a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

About this role:

The purpose of this role is to support the core mission of ConnectOne Bank to achieve the highest standards of information risk and cyber security within the Bank. The information security analyst will plan, implement, upgrade and monitor security protocols for the protection of the Bank’s network & information. 

In this role you will: 

• Support the Bank’s “People First” focus and rules of engagement-maintaining a professional demeanor, working as an active member of the CNOB team, providing all clients excellent service, always striving to make CNOB “A Better Place to Be”.
• Collaborates with users to discuss computer data access needs, to identify security threats and violations, and to recommend needed programming or process changes.
• Develops and implements plans to safeguard digital data from accidental or unauthorized medication, destruction, or disclosure & adheres to emergency data processing needs.
• Reviews violations of security procedures, provides training to ensure violations do not recur.
• Monitors and restricts access to critical, confidential or other high-security data.
• Modifies security files and applications as able and vital to provide specialized access, allow new software to be installed or integrated or correct errors.
• Performs risk assessments, audits and test to ensure proper functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
• Safeguards system security and improves overall server and network efficiency by training user and promoting security awareness.
• Resolves when to update virus protection systems by supervising current reports of computer viruses, facilities or performs needed updates.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Must haves: 

• Strong “People First” interest and ability 
• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, programming, or a related field or equivalent experience required
• Knowledge and experience in the following information/cyber security areas:

- Information/cybersecurity assessment from both technical and business perspectives

- Vulnerability scanning and auditing tools

- Enterprise-scale network, host-based IDS architectures firewall architectures

- Computer investigation and forensics methods and technologies

- E-commerce application security

• Demonstrates problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient, or able to gain proficiency with a broad array of security software applications and tools.
• Thorough understanding of computer-related security systems including firewalls, encryption, and password protection and authentication.
• Must be proficient communicating across all levels of the organization as well as building successful relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and organized with attention to detail.

Bonus Points For:

• Three years of consistent record in computer systems with some specialization in computer security highly preferred.

Additional information

Benefits:

• World class health, vision, and dental benefits on day one
• 401k with employer match
• Hybrid work from home (depending on role)
• Employee appreciation events (team building, softball games, food truck days, etc..)
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Wellness programs (flu shot, preventive ca