Cybersecurity Operations SOC Analyst II

Cybersecurity Operations SOC Analyst II

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 11517
Full/Part Time: Full Time

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The University of Texas at San Antonio, a Hispanic Serving Institution situated in a global city that has been a crossroads of peoples and cultures for centuries, values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of university life. As an institution expressly founded to advance the education of Mexican Americans and other underserved communities, our university is committed to promoting access for all. UTSA, a premier public research university, fosters academic excellence through a community of dialogue, discovery and innovation that embraces the uniqueness of each voice.

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Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 2/23/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Salary Range: Up to $72,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Hours: 40 hours per week, exempt.

Required Application Materials:
? Resume is required.
? Cover Letter is preferred.

Essential Functions

Cybersecurity Operations SOC Analyst II is a tier 2 level position within the Cybersecurity Operations Center (SOC).

Core Responsibilities
? Provide effective security monitoring through triage, investigation, containment and communication of security incidents to include validation of incidents as needed and performing the deeper dives into events and incidents for mitigation of events.
? Serve as a mentor and escalation point for junior analysts.
? Develop processes, SOP's, workflows and playbooks.
? May lead dedicated team(s) for Threat Hunting, Pen Testing, Red Teams, etc.as required.
? Inform or advise CSO Management on incidents and incident prevention methodologies.
? Assist in identifying opportunities to improve internal processes and tools for operational capabilities or efficiencies.
? Provide Tier 2 support, following processes and interacting appropriately with both other analysts, customers and partners when required.
? Perform Cybersecurity Operations Analyst duties as required.
? Participate in appropriate opportunities for continuing education, seminars, organizations, etc.
? Demonstrates UTSA core values: Integrity, Excellence, Inclusiveness, Respect, Collaboration and Innovation.
? Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
? Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering or related field.
? One year of related experience.
? Individual technical Cyber Security Certification through a recognized body, CompTIA's Security+ or equivalent, within 180 days of obtaining position.
? Experience managing & analyzing alerts from security tools.
? Experience in a SOC, Security Analyst position, or equivalent.
? Knowledge of common operating systems (e.g. Windows, macOS, Linux).
? Understanding of networking concepts.
? Acute analytical skills.
? Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
? In depth knowledge of current threats, vulnerabilities, and recent cyber-attacks.
? Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
? Ability to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
? Knowledge of interpreting and analyzing vulnerability scan results.
? Excellent organization, problem resolution and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications
? One year of experience or academic equivalent in scripting/programming languages such as Python or PowerShell.

Additional Information
? UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
? This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
? Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
? Valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Working Conditions

Working Environment:
? Office Environment.
? Requires use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer and calculator.
? Work requires flexibility of hours to include evenings and weekends as needed.
? Occasional travel may be required.

Physical Demands:
? Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
? Ex. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasional.

This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.

To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=11517&PostingSeq=1

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