Systems Security Analyst (71101)

Salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 Annually
Location: NY, NY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202400204
Department: Cyber Security
Closing: 6/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern


About Pratt

Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).

Description

The Systems Security Analyst works within the Cyber Security department and alongside the other departments within the IT Division to maintain policies and implement safeguards to protect infrastructure, assets and information. This role ensures that the Institute satisfies all federal and state requirements in terms of data and cyber security, including but not limited to Gramm Leach Bliley Act (GLBA), HIPAA, FERPA, and PCI. The Systems Security Analyst is responsible for conducting regular risk assessments to identify potential risks to Institute infrastructure and assets. In addition, the Systems Security Analyst is responsible for the testing and maintenance of the IT business continuity and disaster recovery plans. The Systems Security Analyst needs to stay abreast of evolving campus needs, technology capabilities, and threat intelligence to optimize data protection measures.

Examples of Duties

• Provide tier one support for administrative rights requests as well as information security tickets and incidents as they are opened with the Pratt Technology Desk or via the Cybersecurity Incident Form for the IT Division.

• In coordination and under the supervision of the Director of Cyber Security, identify threats, vulnerabilities and incidents that have the potential or currently impact the Institute's information technology infrastructure and work with the responsible team in the Information Technology Division to resolve these issues.

• Provide information security incident handling and response, in cooperation with strategic campus partners, to assist with identifying, investigating, documenting, mitigating and remediating incidents that involve network and computer resources.

• Prepare, document, maintain and disseminate policies and procedures in accordance with the Institute Information Security Plan.

• Work with the Director of Cyber Security and IT systems administrators to maintain and conduct scheduled testing of the Information Technology Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity plans.

• Assist with the identification and enforcement of violations of information security policies.

• Work with campus stakeholders to ensure data security needs and controls are aligned to support organizational goals and objectives.

• Work with the Director of Cyber Security to propose and suggest enhancements and continue to build upon Pratt's information security practices.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Management or related field.
• Professional Certifications in field of information security, i.e. Security+ & CSA+/CySA+, CEH & ECSA, GCIH, CISA etc.

Experience:

• Three years or more of experience working in an IT position with significant information security responsibilities, preferably in a higher education environment.
• Familiarity with and understanding of security industry trends and best practices.
• Knowledge of systems risk and risk assessment concepts.
• Knowledge of information technology security monitoring and identity systems
• Familiarity with FERPA, HIPAA, GLBA as well as state and federal guidelines on privacy, transactions and security.

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communications skills as well as demonstrated ability to use independent judgment and discretion.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow instructions and read/interpret technical documentation.
• Ability to work to standards and conventions.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new software.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations; and demonstrated level of intercultural competence.

Benefits:

Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D
Company Sponsored Long Term Disability
Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care)
Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking)
Disability (NYS)
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
403B Retirement Plan
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick)

Supplemental Information:

Hybrid schedule - 2 days/week in office


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.



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