Network Security Analyst in Santa Clarita, CA at Consultnet Careers

Date Posted: 7/2/2024

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Network Security Analyst

Valencia, CA

Direct Hire

$80k- $85k year

Successful candidate will help to ensure organizational cyber security and data risk exposure is minimized for companies electronic information systems. The role's primary responsibility is implementing, configuring, and managing companies suite of security applications and keeping endpoints current with system and security updates. The IT Security Analyst will also work in tandem with IT Operations engineers and management as required. Assist in managing all security tools (e.g. firewalls, data encryption, desktop security, server advanced security, anti-malware, ransomware, and DNS filtering). Provide daily monitoring and reports. Monitor the organization's network for security breaches and investigate violations when they occur. Perform timely and thorough regular release and emergency security patch management enterprise wide. Maintain and adhere to companies cyber security plan, including supporting regular disaster recovery and penetration testing. Help to continuously improve security standards and best practices for the organization. Research the latest security trends and recommend enhancements to senior Security Engineers and IT Operations Management. Assist computer technicians and end users when they must learn about or install new security products and/or procedures. Conduct scheduled and ad-hoc IT security audits at the direction of the IT Operations Manager. Participate in security incident management. Create security incident communications on behalf of the IT Operations Manager for distribution to IT Management and external business customers.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years of IT systems security experience
  • Current Certification(s) in Information Security (Comp TIA Security+, CISA, GIAC Security Essentials, Certified Ethical Hacker) preferred.
  • Significant experience with Windows Server, 2012, 2016, 2019 in a virtualized and high availability clustered environment.
  • Significant experience with Microsoft AD and Exchange 2016 and newer versions.
  • PowerShell scripting.
  • Experience with firewalls, data encryption, desktop, and server security techniques.
  • Familiarity with compliance protocols associated with the health insurance portability and accountability act (HIPPA), PCI compliance and security standards and acceptance and secure management of Protected Health Information (PHI) preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with staff at every level in the organization.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent training preferred.

Welcome to ConsultNet and the family of companies, Tekne, SaltClick, TechBridge, and OmniMedia. As a premier national provider of technology talent and solutions, our expertise spans across project services, contract-to-hire, direct placement, and managed services both onshore and nearshore.

Celebrating more than 25 years of partnership with a diverse client base, we've crafted rewarding opportunities for our consultants, fostering high-performing teams that deliver impactful results.

Over the last few years thousands of consultants have found their calling with us in roles that have made a meaningful impact on their lives, enhanced their career, challenged them, and propelled them towards achieving their personal and professional goals. At the ConsultNet family of companies, we believe effective communication is crucial in aligning the right job with your unique skills and professional aspirations. To us, it's all about the personal approach we take and the values we uphold.

Our comprehensive service offerings cover a wide range of technology positions across key markets nationwide. Client more at www.consultnet.com .

We champion equality and inclusivity, proudly supporting an Equal Opportunity Employer policy. We welcome applicants regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other status protected by law.