The University of Texas System · 2 weeks ago
Lead Information Security Analyst
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expThe University of Texas System has been improving lives through education, health care, and research for over 140 years. The Lead Information Security Analyst is responsible for managing a team of security analysts and providing advanced technical expertise to safeguard the organization's IT systems against cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
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Responsibilities
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate a team of information security analysts; set performance objectives, provide coaching, and foster professional development
Maintain, operate, and monitor enterprise security systems and tools; ensure appropriate administration of user access privileges and secure configurations
Lead in detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents, including attacks, breaches, and identified vulnerabilities, and oversee remediation in accordance with security incident management procedures
Manage the vulnerability and patch management program, including scheduling scans, interpreting results, prioritizing remediation, and integrating with patching activities
Contribute to the development, implementation, and enforcement of security policies, procedures, and guidelines to meet compliance and regulatory requirements
Oversee 'as is' and 'to be' process analyses to identify improvements and support migration to more secure states of operation
Perform horizon scanning to evaluate emerging security threats, technologies, and risks, and advise leadership on strategic impact
Coordinate projects for security software installations and upgrades, ensuring resource alignment and timely completion
Provide second-tier support to IT teams for complex security issues, monitoring, and upgrades
Collect and translate business and technical requirements into security initiatives; ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Engage stakeholders to understand security needs and concerns, communicate initiatives, and build organizational commitment to security practices
Oversee team and individual compliance with UT System policies, standards, and applicable regulatory codes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and five years of experience designing or maintaining a macro network communication system or with high school graduation or GED five years of same experience
At least one year of supervisory experience
Proven leadership and supervisory skills, including setting objectives, performance management, and team development
Advanced ability to detect, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity incidents and vulnerabilities
Strong knowledge of information security regulations, compliance standards, and policy development
Skilled in conducting gap analyses, readiness assessments, and business requirements analysis
Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting for decision-making
Effective communication skills with the ability to present solutions clearly and engage diverse stakeholders
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work for self and team to meet organizational goals
Adaptability to evolving technologies, threats, and organizational needs
Demonstrated accountability, action orientation, and resilience in complex, high-pressure environments
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering or training courses in network systems and technology
Two or more years of experience managing information security teams and enterprise-scale systems
One or more relevant cybersecurity certifications
Benefits
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to a minimum of 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. Participation in TRS is mandatory.
Company
The University of Texas System
The University of Texas System is to improving the people all over the world through education, research and health care.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (7)
2022 (6)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.75MKey Investors
Strada Education Network
2023-01-17Grant· $1.5M
2022-01-18Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Cristina Ruiz Blanton
Chief Privacy Officer
David Lakey, M.D.
Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs and Chief Medical Officer
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