Security Analyst

IKCON TECHNOLOGIES INC delivers exceptional IT services and solutions that provide clients with definite edge over competitors and promoting highest standards of quality. We are currently looking for a Security Analyst for one of our clients in Remote. If you are actively looking for opportunities, please send us your updated resume with your contact details. This is a remote position with the option of working from our corporate headquarters in South Plainfield, New Jersey.

"U.S. Citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply."

JOB TITLE	Security Analyst
CITY	Remote
STATE	Remote
TAX TERMS	W2
EXPERIENCE	10+ Years
INTERVIEW MODE	Teams Video Call/Telephonic

JOB DESCRIPTION

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Assess system vulnerabilities for security risks and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

RESPONSBILITIES

• Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
• Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
• Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
• Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
• Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
• Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated.
• Document computer security and emergency measures policies, procedures, and tests.
• Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
• Monitor use of data files and regulate access to safeguard information in computer files.
• Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with establishment personnel and outside vendors.
• Train users and promote security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency.
• Maintain permanent fleet cryptologic and carry-on direct support systems required in special land, sea surface and subsurface operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in the field of Computer Science or Information Systems or a related field.