• Address: Atlanta, GA 31106 (map)
• Date Posted: 10/15/09
• Job Type: Full-time

Company Hunter Technical Resources
Position Title Security Analyst
Job Code 2812433
Job Location Atlanta, GA -
Description




The IT Security Engineer is responsible for researching, analysing and troubleshooting information and data related security incidents and events. He/she will identify validate and communicate security incidents and events based on policies and procedures. He/she will research and report on advanced security related issues as well as make recommendations for improvements. Ability to perform security forensic investigations on computer systems and network infrastructure is a must. Work in a team based environment with other parts of the organization is a must.

Responsibilities

*Research and reporting:
*Utilize company provided tools and systems to research and analyze any security related suspiciou's activities, phishing attacks and fraud trends.
*Research and implement new technologies to improve and grow the network and security infrastructure. This includes present and future technologies, tools and devices.
*Work with management and team members to prioritize security related events and projects as well as track results. Produce or assist in producing daily, weekly, monthly security metric reports.
*Troubleshooting:
*Follow security events and issues from identification to resolution, working with various internal departments and external affiliated Websites and companies.
*Manage escalations internally and through other departments. This includes training other analysts and engineers in troubleshooting and issue resolution as necessary.
*Notify the EOC and all relevant groups of all network and security changes prior to their implementation
*Continuous Improvement:
*Must have the ability to spot potential inefficiencies by analysing relevant data to identify security related patterns and assist in the development of process enhancement solutions.
*Propose and help review security plans and policies to improve the security environment.
*Advise the security manager of all security concerns that may affect the organization. Provide options and solutions to resolve these concerns.
*Capacity planning and monitoring of all security devices to keep ahead of future growth. Report capacity needs and concerns to the security manager. Work to ensure maximum device uptime.
*Work towards providing a fully redundant high availability security infrastructure at all times.
*Fully understand all security events and plan and implement a resolution to protect the organization from current and future attacks and exploits.

*Technical Capabilities :
*Maintain up to date knowledge of security trends, security infrastructure and design.
*Strong knowledge and experience with Firewalls, ACL's to maintain perimeter and internal security.
*Maintain operational guidelines, diagrams and documentation for all security devices and infrastructures. Attention to detail on all documents is important.
*Good understating and interpretation skills for system log files. Good knowledge of intrusion prevention and detection technology,
*Lead and assist on projects related to the improvement of infrastructure, features, capabilities, and processes for the alleviation and reduction of security related incidents.
*Ability to identify and trace suspicious activity within the network and to perform forensic investigations on network infrastructure and computer systems.
*Complete all projects by their deadlines. Notify the security manager in a reasonable amount of time if the deadline cannot be met.
*Operational Capabilities:
*Participate in 24 x 7 On-call support rotation as required.
*Ability to communicate security information among different groups.
*Provide weekly status reports on all security and network projects and tasks to the security manager.
*Abide by all network and security team guidelines and procedures.
*Investigate any security related incidents, complaints or questions by management, vendors or customers.
*Maintain confidentiality of all security incidents, events and information.
*Help the security manager to lead all security incidents.
*Plan and implement incident handling and response tasks and procedures.
*Obtain information and stay up to date on the latest exploits and security news in a fast and efficient way so as to keep the organization secured against these exploits.
*Perform security audits both internally and externally.
*Review all Firewall and access control list changes for possible security holes.
*Review proposed infrastructure changes of all other team members as well as other groups and departments to maintain a high level of security integrity.
*Work to schedule all security projects in the weekly maintenance calendar.

Minimum Qualifications

*Minimum of three years of IT security or Internet fraud investigative experience.
*Knowledge of computer forensics, evidence collection, and evidence handling.
*Knowledge of computer incident response procedures.
*Knowledge of Unix, Database, VPN, TCP/IP and other technology components is necessary.
*Knowledge of various computer applications including experience with business support applications such as MS Office. Proficiency required in Excel pivot tables and charts.
*Experience in creating and running MYSQL, Access Database queries.
*Experience with intrusion detection systems and/or intrusion prevention systems a must
*Ability to work in self-directed and team environments with the ability to adapt to change.
*Requires strong attention to detail, analytical skills, superior trouble-shooting, problem identifying and solving capability.
*Help design, create, and build operational processes for current and future business needs.
*Fast paced with a proven ability to efficiently balance multiple assignments, activities, or projects.
*Ability to prepare comprehensive investigative reports.
*Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Education:


High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred. Industry security and fraud certifications such as Security+, CISSP or CFE are desired.

Desired Skills:


Non-Tech Skills:


About Hunter Technical Resources:

Founded in 1998 by Georgia Tech engineers, Hunter Technical Resources is the preferred technical staffing firm for companies seeking outstanding IT, telecom and engineering professionals. The firm €™s knowledgeable executives leverage deep industry connections and long-term relationships to deliver ideal candidates for contract and permanent positions. Hunter delivers value through its commitment to customer satisfaction and serves a variety of clients and industries nationwide, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small, cutting-edge technology enterprises. Technical expertise and IT specialization provides insights into clients €™ needs in a way that other providers cannot duplicate. Customers get exactly what they hire a staffing firm to deliver €“ the right candidate for the job and an excellent fit with the company €™s culture.



Pay Rate: 90k - 110k
Start Date: Immediate
Emp. Type: Contract-to-Hire
# of Openings: 1
Location: Atlanta, GA -
Overtime Pay: None
Job Number: 35655604 : JS2232
Date Posted: 10/13/2009

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