Network Security Analyst 1

Company: Saxon Global
Location: Texas City
Posted on: April 19, 2024

Job Description:

Network Security Analyst @ Texas Health and Human Services Commission

1+ year contract (Potential to extend or convert)

Austin, TX - On-site

A network security analyst ensures that information systems and computer networks are secure. This includes protecting the company against hackers and cyber-attacks, as well as monitoring network traffic and server logs for activity that seems unusual. Additionally, these analysts are responsible for finding vulnerabilities in the computer networks and creating recommendations for how to minimize these vulnerabilities. The network security analyst investigates security breaches, develops strategies for any security issues that arise, and utilizes the help of firewalls and antivirus software to maintain security

Responsible for finding vulnerabilities in the computer networks and creating recommendations for how to minimize these vulnerabilities. Knowledge and experience with Tenable/Nessus vulnerability scanning. Participate in incident response activities and 24/7 on-call rotation as needed.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 2 Required Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies. 2 Required Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles and organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation). 2 Required Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities. 2 Required Knowledge of host/network access control mechanisms (e.g., access control list, capabilities lists). 2 Required Knowledge of systems diagnostic tools and fault identification techniques. 2 Required Knowledge of system administration, network, and operating system hardening techniques. 2 Required Knowledge of cyber attack stages (e.g., reconnaissance, scanning, enumeration, gaining access, escalation of privileges, maintaining access, network exploitation, covering tracks). 2 Required Knowledge of system administration concepts for operating systems such as but not limited to Unix/Linux, IOS, Android, and Windows operating systems. 2 Required Knowledge of penetration testing principles, tools, and techniques. 2 Required Knowledge of an organization's threat environment. 2 Required Skill in conducting vulnerability scans and recognizing vulnerabilities in security systems. 2 Required Skill in detecting host and network based intrusions via intrusion detection technologies (e.g., Snort). 2 Required Skill in the use of penetration testing tools and techniques. 2 Required Skill in using network analysis tools to identify vulnerabilities. (e.g., fuzzing, nmap, etc.). 2 Required Skill in conducting application vulnerability assessments. 2 Required Conduct and/or support authorized penetration testing on enterprise network assets. 2 Required Prepare audit reports that identify technical and procedural findings, and provide recommended remediation strategies/solutions. 2 Required Perform technical (evaluation of technology) and nontechnical (evaluation of people and operations) risk and vulnerability assessments of relevant technology focus areas. 3 Preferred Tenable/Nessus administration, operation and vulnerability management.

Required Skills : MUST be able to work on-site in Austin 100% Monday-Friday
Background Check :Yes
Notes :
Selling points for candidate :
Project Verification Info :
Candidate must be your W2 Employee :Yes
Exclusive to Apex :No
Face to face interview required :No
Candidate must be local :Yes
Candidate must be authorized to work without sponsorship ::No
Interview times set :Yes
Type of project :Assessment/Analysis
Master Job Title :Network Security Engineer
Branch Code :Austin

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