Security Analyst I, Is&T Information Security

Security Operations Center (SOC) Analysts are responsible for preventing, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity events at the university. This position is responsible for assisting with analyzing data from a myriad of data sources including but not limited to, Security Incident and Event Management systems, Endpoint Protection Platforms, Firewalls, Vulnerability scanners, and Intrusion Prevention & Detection Systems to detect and respond to potential security incidents and or vulnerabilities and to full fill related service requests. This position takes part in a duty cycle, monitoring tools on a daily basis, and provides 24x7 availability to respond to security events when required.

Required Skills

B.A./B.S. preferred, or technical institute degree/certificate. Equivalent work experience can substitute for educational requirement, security-related certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, etc. are preferred, other certifications or certificates in other fields will also be considered for their specific relevance to this position, demonstrated working knowledge in a specific IT discipline, problem solving/troubleshooting skills and one to three years of relevant work experience. Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and must agree to a fingerprint-based background check as a condition of employment.

Please note all newly hired staff and faculty will need to be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire. You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions). For further information on the University’s response to COVID-19, please visit the COVID-19 Resources site.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Required Experience