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Junior IT Security Analyst
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26365617 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $64,300 - $114,300 |
Position Information
The Junior IT Security Analyst participates in the Information Security Office programs. Conducts risk assessments; coordinates audit engagements with relevant parties; promotes policies, standards and procedures designed to safeguard information and resources; conducts information security awareness training. Conducts vulnerability assessments and security reviews through vulnerability scans and penetration tests to determine deviations from acceptable configurations, policies, and standards. Assesses levels of risk and recommend appropriate mitigation controls.
This position is classified as primarily remote with occasional visits to campus as necessary. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). The maximum annual budgeted salary for the position is $104,600.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of "Up to Date" Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.
This position is classified as primarily remote with occasional visits to campus as necessary. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). The maximum annual budgeted salary for the position is $104,600.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of "Up to Date" Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Certifications
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| A certificate in information security, i.e. Security +, Ethical Hacker, CISSP | Preferred |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 2 - 4 years of related experience. | Required |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Must pass a background check. | Required |
| Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. | Required |
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Basic knowledge of incident response procedures.
Interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
Knowledge of other areas of IT, department processes and procedures.
Experience using IT security systems and tools. Knowledge of data encryption techniques. Experience analyzing logs for security breaches.
Ability to follow department processes and procedures.
Demonstrated skills applying security controls to computer software and hardware.
Basic skill at reading and interpreting security logs.
Basic knowledge of vulnerability scanning procedures.
Basic knowledge of risk assessments procedures.
Interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
Knowledge of other areas of IT, department processes and procedures.
Experience using IT security systems and tools. Knowledge of data encryption techniques. Experience analyzing logs for security breaches.
Ability to follow department processes and procedures.
Demonstrated skills applying security controls to computer software and hardware.
Basic skill at reading and interpreting security logs.
Basic knowledge of vulnerability scanning procedures.
Basic knowledge of risk assessments procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Basic understanding of information security policy and how it affects IT daily operations.
Experience using a vulnerability scanner tool.
Experience using a vulnerability scanner tool.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview