Network Security Analyst, Sr - Enterprise Infrastructure

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Network Security Analyst, Sr. 

JOB PURPOSE:

Under limited supervision, maintain the daily management and compliance of the universities network and systems security policies, standards, guidelines and procedures to prevent unauthorized access to our university systems

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Maintain network access controls, firewall rules, Vlans, and VPN security controls for the campus wired and wireless network
•    With coordination with the security team maintain best security practices on servers, endpoints, cloud solutions, through management and compliance with security policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures
•    Monitor and maintain monitoring systems and policies, including processing and responding to alerts and alarms. This includes removal of threats from the network and recommending ongoing improvements and changes to UW's security posture
•    Troubleshoot client issues related to security as part of our Tier 3 support
•    Assist in employee education and awareness training
•    Respond to security incidents, investigate security breaches, and assist with disciplinary and legal matters associated with such breaches as necessary
•    Assist with working with outside consultants as appropriate for independent security audits

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Research literature; attend meetings or conferences to stay informed and knowledgeable about new technology advances or potential security/fraud problems.

COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to Detail
• Independence
• Developing Organizational Talent
• Innovation
• Quality Orientation
• Analysis/Problem Identification
• Technical/Professional Knowledge

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education: Bachelor’s degree

Experience: 4 years work experience managing enterprise firewalls and configuring and troubleshooting VPNs. 

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:  None

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Experience utilizing a SIEM to respond to alerts and hunt threats on the network
• Experience utilizing a vulnerability assessment tool like Rapid7 to remediate vulnerabilities on the network
• Experience conducting forensic investigations of cybersecurity threats
• Experience automating security tasks like firewall ruleset maintenance.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume and contact information for four work-related references.  

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/