Incident Response Analyst

The Incident Response Analyst is crucial in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cybersecurity incidents to enhance the university's security posture. The position also involves collaborating closely with the SIOC team to optimize resource use, ...

  • 517196
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Division of Info Tech
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
  • Opening on: Apr 19 2024
  • On-site

About This Role:

The Incident Response Analyst is crucial in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cybersecurity incidents to enhance the university's security posture. The position also involves collaborating closely with the SIOC team to optimize resource use, improve system performance, and ensure high levels of end-user satisfaction by maintaining a proactive and efficient response to security threats within the university's IT infrastructure.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

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What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • Cybersecurity Experience: Solid experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on incident detection, analysis, and response. Knowledge of security operations and incident handling within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment is highly desirable.
  • Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency in using cybersecurity tools and technologies, such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems), and threat intelligence platforms. Familiarity with security standards and best practices for incident response.
  • Collaborative and Vendor Interaction Skills: Experience in working effectively within a team and collaborating with external vendors to enhance security measures. Understanding of the contractual and operational aspects of working with security service providers.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively articulating security risks and incident reports to both technical and non-technical stakeholders across the organization.

Other Requirements:

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Letter of interest
  2. Current resume
  3. Three professional references with current contact information

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$70,835-$80,000

 

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Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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