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Information Security Analyst

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Durham, NC, USA
Full-time

Implements information security and compliance controls; performs security incident management and technical troubleshooting; performs assessments/audits and presents them in an organized report, documents processes and procedures; communicates verbally and in writing, provides training and guidelines; and, coordinates and serves as the point of contact for security operations center (SOC).

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Researches information security issues and proposes solutions to address vulnerabilities.
  • Monitors development within ISS groups to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures and controls.
  • Performs Information Security Incident Management.
  • Develops and documents processes, procedures.
  • Manages and collaborates through SharePoint sites.
  • Works with other ISS groups in implementation and monitoring of information security controls.
  • Conducts periodic reviews of Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) compliance and leads the project ensuring compliance.
  • Reviews system and security logs, identify issues, and escalate issues.
  • Participates in vulnerability assessments of systems under administration.
  • Acts as a liaison or primary contact for internal and external audits
  • Performs other duties assigned.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent • Computer Science, Information Technology Disciplines or Related Field.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Thorough understanding of information security and assurance concepts and industry trends.
  • Working knowledge networks, servers, firewalls, websites - in context of troubleshooting
  • Strong technical writing and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely to non-technical users.
  • Ability to work independently with initiative to manage high volume work flow.
  • Ability to lead and manage projects independently and work well with others on a team.

Problem Solving & Impact:

  • Works on problems of complex scope that require analysis and review of identifiable factors.
  • Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine methods and techniques to obtain results.
  • Decisions may affect the management and operations of an area within a department.

Supervision Given/Received:

  • Has no supervisory responsibility.
  • Identifies and promotes security and compliance among the organization and remains current on all major system enhancements.
  • Develops and recommends solutions and process improvements to management.

Education:

  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) highly desirable.

Experience:

  • Typically requires 8+ years of experience with security and compliance communication technologies. Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients, partners, and staff.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English; fluent in host country language as required.
  • Prior work experience in information security organizations is a plus.

Typical Physical Demands:

  • Typical office environment.
  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift 5-50 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

  • All technologies (software and hardware) generally expected for the role, current and future.

Travel Requirements:

  • Less than 10%

Organization Info

Fhi 360

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington, DC, United States
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1974
About Us
Mission: 

To improve lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions for human development.

Why Work For Us?: 

We Believe…

…the key to improving the lives of the world's most vulnerable people lies in generating, sharing, and applying knowledge.

…sustainability comes from improving the capacity of individuals and countries to address their needs.

…in partnerships with governments, civil society organizations, the private sector, and communities.

…in approaches that address human needs as a whole

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Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Nov 15 2018
Active Until: 
Dec 15 2018
Hiring Organization: 
Fhi 360
industry: 
Nonprofit