IDP Information Security Analyst

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• Department:** IDP Information Technology Center
• Campus Location:** Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
• Hire Type:** Full Time
• Pay:** Commensurate with experience
• Work Schedule:** 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday; additional hours may be

requested as needed;work is performed on-site and in person.

• Export Compliance Requirement:**This position requires access to EAR

or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible

for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the

requirement of being a U.S. Citizen.

**Job Information**

WSU IDP is currently searching for a Cybersecurity Analyst to assist

with NIARs Security Helpdesk and Operations Center (SHOC). The SHOC is

responsible for monitoring and safeguarding the organizations systems

and data, as well as enforcing cybersecurity industry best practices and

compliance with NIST 800-171. The SHOC also plays a support and

collaborative role with other WSU InfoSec teams.\

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As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting

our cybersecurity efforts. This job offers a unique opportunity to apply

and expand your knowledge in a real-world cybersecurity environment. You

will work alongside with our Cybersecurity Teams, gaining hands-on

experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment and other

cybersecurity domains.\

This position offers substantial exposure to the ever-evolving

cybersecurity sector, and an opportunity to work with different tools,

to be creative, and to be part of solutions to safeguard our systems,

network, data and infrastructure.

**Job Summary**

Performs all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information

systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent

access or destruction.

**Essential Functions**

Interfaces with user community to understand their security needs and

implements procedures to provide accommodations. Ensures that user

community understands and adheres to necessary procedures to maintain

security. Conducts accurate evaluation of the level of security

required. Provides management with status reports and security metrics.

Functions as part of the incident response team

Required Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six (6) years of experience in information security. Every 30 hours

of college coursework can be substituted for one (1) year of

experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Foundational cybersecurity knowledge, understanding of cybersecurity

concepts, protocols, and best practices.\

Willing to listen and eager to learn.\

Detail oriented and excellent analytical skills.\

Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to take on investigations and

research.\

Effective communication skills\

Comfortable asking who, what, when, where, why, and how\

Problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer

Science, or related field.

1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity, preferrable in a SOC or as

cybersecurity analyst.\

Relevant coursework or certifications in cybersecurity (e.g., CompTIA

Security+, Network+, etc.)\

Knowledge and understanding of security concepts such as Phishing,

Incident Response, Threat Analysis, and Cybersecurity Awareness\

Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, Project, Excel, PowerPoint and

Visio\

Adept at writing technical documents\

Presentation skills

Physical Requirements Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.\

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but

not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.\

Ability to remain in a stationary position.