Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number |
S11981P |
Working Title |
IT Security Analyst Associate |
Department |
EITS-University Info Security |
About the University of Georgia |
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.
UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the
UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. |
About the College/Unit/Department |
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College/Unit/Department website |
eits.uga.edu |
Posting Type |
External |
Retirement Plan |
TRS |
Employment Type |
Employee |
Benefits Eligibility |
Benefits Eligible |
Full/Part time |
Full Time |
Work Schedule |
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Additional Schedule Information |
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
This position may be eligible for a hybrid remote schedule after completing one year of employment. |
Advertised Salary |
46,000 - 55,000; Commensurate with Experience |
Posting Date |
04/19/2024 |
Open until filled |
Yes |
Closing Date |
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Proposed Starting Date |
05/13/2024 |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
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Location of Vacancy |
Athens Area |
EEO Policy Statement |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
Position Information
Classification Title |
IT Security Support Paraprofessional/Professional |
FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
FTE |
1.00 |
Minimum Qualifications |
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. |
Preferred Qualifications |
3 - 5 years IT experience; familiarity with networking principles |
Position Summary |
Monitor
UGA network for unauthorized traffic and/or vulnerabilities using a variety of network-based and server-based tools. Work with
UGA clients to remedy network vulnerabilities and to secure network segments. Write and maintain scripts in
PHP or Python to automate portions of these functions.
Respond to
UGA IT security incidents. Contain any such incidents, be able to identify the scope of an incident, and work with
UGA clients to solve any security problems and secure their network.
Install, configure, and maintain security tools on Linux systems and Windows systems. |
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Experience with security equipment (firewall, IPS, IDS, SIEM)
- Networking
- Linux
PHP, Python, or equivalent- Customer service skills
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Physical Demands |
Occasional moving of computers |
Is driving a responsibility of this position? |
No |
Is this a Position of Trust? |
Yes |
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? |
No |
Does this position require a P-Card? |
No |
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? |
No |
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? |
No |
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) |
Yes |
Credit and P-Card policy |
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the . |
Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the . |
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities |
IT Security Configuration and Monitoring:
- Monitor UGA network for unauthorized traffic, vulnerabilities, and sensitive data stores and transmissions.
- Work with UGA clients to remedy network vulnerabilities, secure network segments, and remove sensitive data.
- Consult with victim departments IT support staff to assess scope of incident and extent of vulnerability then advises on future steps to take to reduce security risk.
- Participate in data collection and forensic examination of compromised machines.
- Write and maintain scripts in PHP or Python to automate portions of these functions.
- Provide emergency response for critical systems and applications (including firewalls and IPSes).
- Monitor security alarms in SIEM.
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Percentage of time |
45 |
Duties/Responsibilities |
Incident Response:
- Respond and assess incidents involving security compromises, possible violations of state and federal laws, and leaks that threaten the University system.
- Contain any such incidents, be able to identify the scope of an incident, and work with UGA clients to solve any security problems and secure their network.
- Verify, research, and coordinate responses to email received through abuse@uga.edu or directly through Remedy system.
- Respond to DMCA claims, Open Records requests, and other security-related requests.
- Monitor abuse queue in Remedy.
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Percentage of time |
25 |
Duties/Responsibilities |
Maintain Security Tools:
- Install, configure, and maintain security tools on Linux systems and Windows systems.
- Modify policies in firewalls and other network-based security tools.
- Manage provisioning of DNS addresses.
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Percentage of time |
25 |
Duties/Responsibilities |
Security Awareness Training and Education:
- Provide security training to faculty, staff, and students of UGA.
- Use security tools to help conduct vulnerability assessments for clients.
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Percentage of time |
5 |
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