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Delta Dental of Iowa Information Security Analyst in Johnston, Iowa
Information Security Analyst
Johnston, IA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=9000+Northpark+Drive+Johnston+IA+USA+50131)
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
Come Smile with Us!
Join the Delta Dental of Iowa team as anInformation Security Analystto help protect our mission-driven work. You will monitor security alerts, manage security tools, and coordinate with vendors to ensure the security and integrity of information systems. You will execute daily operations of our security needs, stay informed with security trends and foster strong relationships with end users, business partners and vendors.
Learn whyKwesi (https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=uUeNAr6gi-OWef5A&v=0EWUrwyCRjQ&feature=youtu.be) enjoys working for Delta Dental.
Why Delta Dental of Iowa?
For your smile. For your health. For your community.
At Delta Dental of Iowa, we’re more than just a dental and vision insurance company. Improving health and wellness is at the center of everything we do. As a not-for-profit, we aim to build stronger communities by investing in actions that promote and improve health. Delta Dental of Iowa invests 40% of our dollars directly back into the communities we serve.
Come see why we are passionate about "Bringing Smiles" to our customers. Our team enjoys competitive pay and benefits, an awesome "One Team" approach, and a company culture that fosters "Exceptional Quality Service" and "Leadership at All Levels." Together, we can make a difference – not only in Iowa but across the country.
Essential Functions and Principal Accountabilities:
Assist in monitoring and analyzing security alerts to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities, including investigations and incident response procedures.
Help implement, manage, and maintain security products, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, security information and event management (SIEM), and antivirus software.
Assist with the phishing program.
Participate in penetration tests.
Identify and prioritize vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in software and systems.
Contribute to security assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement.
Assist in developing and maintaining security policies and procedures to protect the organization's information assets.
Maintain an understanding of security and regulatory requirements governing the use of information systems.
Provide training and support to staff on security best practices and protocols.
Help coordinate with vendor owners to ensure vendor management processes are followed.
Verify vendor information requirements are entered correctly.
Strictly adhere to company procedures and guidelines in all facets of this position and maintain confidentiality related to company information.
Encompass industry security best practices in all aspects.
Stay current with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.
May require occasional after-hours work to respond to security incidents.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required Hiring Specifications:
Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Strong knowledge of security products and technologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with management, end users, and technical vendors on security issues.
Ability to work independently, lead, or work as part of a team to achieve assigned tasks.
Position requires successful completion of a background check and drug test.
Preferred Hiring Specifications:
2+ years of overall information security experience.
Experience with Microsoft’s environment including O365 and Azure.
Experience with email security.
Experience with network technologies.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH.
Knowledge of SOC examinations and security regulations such as HIPAA and PCI.
Delta Dental of Iowa is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons without unlawful regard of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, individuals with disabilities, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
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