Job Description:

• Leads the evaluation and response to day-to-day security alerts generated by various security systems in a timely and effective manner. Leads thorough investigations to identify and assess potential threats and implement appropriate remediation measures.
• Assists with drafting, updating, and enforcing security policies and procedures, ensuring they align with industry best practices and organizational needs. Monitors compliance and tracks the progress of policy implementation to collaboratively foster a secure environment.
• Stays informed about the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, technologies, and compliance frameworks advising the organization on their implications and necessary adaptations.
• Researches and suggests the implementation of new security technologies and solutions.
• Reviews and leads the implementation of remediation work from both external and internal penetration tests. Creates work orders in the case management system to track anomalies and facilitates timely corrective action.

Short Job Description:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years' relevant experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in security practices, threat assessment and incident response.
• Strong proficiency with various security tools, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection software, and SIEM systems.
• A strong understanding of network concepts and operating and management systems.
• A strong understanding of security configurations and user access management.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including weekend and holiday on call duty.

Job Ref: S1220P

Job Reply URL: 4062

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One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.

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