Lead Information Security Analyst - Security OperationsMetropolitan State College of Denver • Denver, Colorado, United States

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Lead Information Security Analyst - Security Operations

Metropolitan State College of Denver

Denver, Colorado, United States

Denver, Colorado, United States

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Summary In collaboration with the IT Security Manager, this position exists to focus on leading and maturing information security operations at MSU Denver. This is designed to help ensure the continuous execution of our organizational missions and to adequately protect our systems and data. A key responsibility is leading incident response and related initiatives with a focus on preparation and prevention. This individual is not only expected to be the primary lead for security operations but to work collaboratively to develop a roadmap to improve processes and technology through innovation, efficiency, and risk reduction. This position participates in the design, creation, testing, and implementation of security solutions, which requires close coordination with various stakeholders throughout the university. Duties and Responsibilities Monitor security alerts and incidents, ensuring timely detection and proper response Conduct thorough investigations of security breaches and incidents Maintain incident response plans and procedures Conduct foundational information security forensics Security tool optimization and tuning (e.g., SIEM, EDR, AV, etc.) Pivot off indicators of compromise Conduct basic threat hunting Analyze phishing emails Assess and make recommendations to harden our environment Stay updated on latest pertinent security trends, threats, best practices, and technologies Develop and support incident response training Focus on continuous improvement Student employee supervision and mentoring While not a primary responsibility, you may be asked to support other areas as needed. This includes but is not limited to: Active Directory/O365 eDiscovery Vulnerability scanning Software and hardware assessments Third‑party risk management Risk assessments Policy development Network security Required Qualifications At least 3 years supporting or leading security operation domains in a complex organization Associate’s degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience Preferred Qualifications Certifications (at least one within 1 year of hire): GCIH, CISSP, GCFA, or agreed upon certification equivalent Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree Skills Foundational cyber security knowledge Networking knowledge (e.g., protocols, ports, services, and technologies) Critical thinking, problem solving, and attention to detail under pressure Incident response Threat hunting Forensics Security information and event management (SIEM) tuning Endpoint detection and response/Antivirus management Microsoft on‑prem and cloud services security best practices Schedule Full‑time, 40 hours per week; Exempt; Work Hours: Monday — Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Evenings and Weekend Work: Occasionally as needed; Hybrid schedule requiring in person work with the flexibility of some remote work opportunities (subject to supervisor approval); Travel: Rarely.
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Denver, Colorado, United States

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English

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