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Position Information

Posting Number 20113102

Position Title Information Security Analyst

FTE 1.0

Position Type Staff

Department Information Technology Dept

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

The Information Security Analyst ( ISA ) is a key entry level position in the security operations center at Lamar University. The analyst reports to the AVP , IT Enterprise Services and will work with other technical teams on complex cross-functional projects and security initiatives, be responsible for the day-to-day security of Lamar University information systems utilizing IT Security tools, be on-call to provide security and operation support for production environment and associated locations by working with security technologies, support the implementation of solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders across campus.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities

+ Contribute towards development and management of the university’s information security policies, procedures and technology standards, Responsible for implementation and management of data loss/leak prevention ( DLP ) technologies and strategies. Responsible for conducting security reviews and evaluate risks during acquisition of new technologies. Coordinate with teams for security and compliance activities and issues.

+ The ISA must stay up to date with state and federal security and privacy laws.

+ Participate in information security incidence response activities.

+ Particulate in audit response activities.

+ Organize and lead the information security awareness and training initiatives. Additional responsibilities will include threat modeling, coordination and reporting of application security requirements and risk remediation.

+ The ISA will be responsible assisting in the management of the University’s Certificate Authority and management of SSL certificates across campus.

+ Working with the ISO , the ISA will be responsible for coordinating penetration test, reporting and associated remedial actions for applications and services across campus.

+ Participate in IT disaster recovery processes.

+ Participate in the infosec risk management activities including conducting risk assessment workshops for campus applications and networks.

Key Competencies:

+ General knowledge of the information security discipline, policy, procedure and discussion.

+ Understand cybersecurity issues, their impacts and identify potential threats.

+ Familiarity of cybersecurity technologies such as spam filtering, URL safe links, ETP , EDR / XDR , IPS etc.

+ Familiarity of vulnerability detection and analysis concepts.

+ Familiarity with change management and configuration management concepts.

+ Familiarity with NIST 800-53 controls and Texas control catalog.

+ Familiarity with risk management frameworks and concepts.

+ Technical knowledge of Linux, Mac OS, iOS, Android and Windows operating systems. – Unix and Windows shell proficiency, scripting languages, regular expressions, SIEM query languages (e.g. KQL ).

+ Knowledge of networking protocols and remote access methodologies.

+ Problem-solving skills and analytical capabilities.

+ Ability to consistently hit deadlines, facilitate hand-offs from one functional area to another.

+ Results oriented and resourceful towards problem solving.

+ Strong self-starter skills with team orientation.

+ Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

+ Documentation and organizational skills.

+ Mid-level experience in technical writing.

+ Reporting and status updates.

+ Complex problem-solving ability.

Physical Requirements: None

Job Conditions: Desk Job.

Who We Are:

Home to more than 17,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

Benefits:

+ Health, dental & vision insurance

+ Life insurance

+ State of Texas Retirement plans

+ Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.

+ Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/hr-services/benefits/index.html)

Minimum Qualifications

+ Associates or bachelor’s in computer science or equivalent.

+ Candidates must be willing to pursue additional security certifications post-employment as mandated by regulations.

+ 1-2 years of experience in an information security role.

+ Alternatively, 1 -2 years system administration or network administration.

EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Related IT Security certification a plus (i.e. Security+, CCNP , CSIH , CGRC , CISSP ).

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is designated as a critical infrastructure role and is subject to Cyber Intelligence Review in accordance with Executive Order GA-48. Additionally, this position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain and review criminal history record information.

Salary $53,496-$69,545

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 05/16/2025

Close Date 07/31/2025

Open Until Filled No

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