Cybersecurity Operations Analyst
Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, United States
Job Title: Cybersecurity Operations Analyst
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 295814
Job Summary Cybersecurity Operations Analysts monitor and analyze security events and incidents to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities within the institution's information systems. This role involves responding to security incidents, conducting investigations, and providing recommendations for improving the institution's cybersecurity posture.
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze security events and alerts continuously to detect potential threats and vulnerabilities within the institution's information systems.
Respond to security incidents by conducting thorough investigations, documenting findings, and implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks.
Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify weaknesses in systems and applications, providing recommendations for remediation.
Prepare detailed reports on security incidents, including analysis of the incident, impact assessment, and recommendations for future prevention.
Stay informed about emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, evaluating their potential impact on the institution and adjusting security measures accordingly.
Provide support during security audits and compliance assessments, ensuring that the institution meets regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Develop and implement security monitoring and logging strategies to enhance detection of suspicious activities and facilitate incident response.
Train and educate staff on security best practices, fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness throughout the institution.
Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures that outline the institution's approach to handling security incidents.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent, related experience.
Required Experience: 6+ years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Educational Qualifications: Master's degree in a related discipline or equivalent, related experience.
Demonstrated experience implementing federal cybersecurity requirements according to NIST frameworks, specifically NIST 800-171.
Demonstrated experience implementing and managing DFARS or Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance for federal contracts or grants.
Demonstrated experience engaging and managing complex cybersecurity projects and programs with multiple stakeholders across diverse requirements including human subjects, intellectual property, fundamental research.
Experience as a Windows, Linux, and Mac system administrator, service management, and/or security or compliance program management.
Background and experience in academia, research, and research computing are preferred but not required.
Familiarity with Research Security Program requirements including NSPM-33 and Export Control.
Other Information Salary range: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job grade: T09
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.
Supervision: Will not supervise anyone immediately. There may be supervision responsibilities in the future, depending on organizational needs or adjustments.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: IT systems administration or service management; Project and Program Management; Meeting and Response Facilitation; Ability to work jointly with others internally and externally to complete work.
Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening.
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Job Summary Cybersecurity Operations Analysts monitor and analyze security events and incidents to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities within the institution's information systems. This role involves responding to security incidents, conducting investigations, and providing recommendations for improving the institution's cybersecurity posture.
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze security events and alerts continuously to detect potential threats and vulnerabilities within the institution's information systems.
Respond to security incidents by conducting thorough investigations, documenting findings, and implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks.
Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify weaknesses in systems and applications, providing recommendations for remediation.
Prepare detailed reports on security incidents, including analysis of the incident, impact assessment, and recommendations for future prevention.
Stay informed about emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, evaluating their potential impact on the institution and adjusting security measures accordingly.
Provide support during security audits and compliance assessments, ensuring that the institution meets regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Develop and implement security monitoring and logging strategies to enhance detection of suspicious activities and facilitate incident response.
Train and educate staff on security best practices, fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness throughout the institution.
Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures that outline the institution's approach to handling security incidents.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent, related experience.
Required Experience: 6+ years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Educational Qualifications: Master's degree in a related discipline or equivalent, related experience.
Demonstrated experience implementing federal cybersecurity requirements according to NIST frameworks, specifically NIST 800-171.
Demonstrated experience implementing and managing DFARS or Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance for federal contracts or grants.
Demonstrated experience engaging and managing complex cybersecurity projects and programs with multiple stakeholders across diverse requirements including human subjects, intellectual property, fundamental research.
Experience as a Windows, Linux, and Mac system administrator, service management, and/or security or compliance program management.
Background and experience in academia, research, and research computing are preferred but not required.
Familiarity with Research Security Program requirements including NSPM-33 and Export Control.
Other Information Salary range: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job grade: T09
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.
Supervision: Will not supervise anyone immediately. There may be supervision responsibilities in the future, depending on organizational needs or adjustments.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: IT systems administration or service management; Project and Program Management; Meeting and Response Facilitation; Ability to work jointly with others internally and externally to complete work.
Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening.
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