IT Analyst - Cyber Security

The IT Analyst, Cyber Security assists in fulfilling LIPAs purpose of clean, reliable, and affordable electric service for our customers on Long Island and the Rockaways and supports the Department of Innovation and Information Technology (DoIIT) by installing, testing, monitoring, and configuring LIPAs network security hardware and software systems to ensure the protection of LIPAs information assets from unauthorized use, modification, or destruction. The IT Analyst, Cyber Security will also provide day-to-day security management and ongoing security auditing and collaborate with system administrators and business unit partners to ensure the security of all business systems. The Analyst will assess business systems security requirements and propose recommendations consistent with the NIST CSF Framework. In addition, this role will assist in the oversight and performance management of LIPAs Service Providers cyber security program. Troubleshoots, maintains, upgrades, and provides solutions to cyber security related hardware and software problems. Monitors the occurrence of security incidents and responds using incident response best practices. Conducts security audits and provides gap analysis against security practices and standards based on corporate compliance. Administers user identifications and access controls at the application level. Monitors security logs to detect possible intrusions, suspicious activity, and security violations. Conducts periodic audits of application security settings. Participates in the planning and implementation of security design for all new applications. Assists in disaster recovery tests and business continuity planning. Monitors and enforces information privacy and security policies and procedures compliance. Supports information security awareness through training, orientations, and written communications appropriate for diverse audiences. Participates in testing and evaluation of IT internal controls with regard to corporate security risks, internal and external audits and reports, and sensitive data exposures. Participates in projects and provides updates on the cyber security tasks and ensures timely completion of tasks. Participates in internal and external project teams and/or vendors working on security-related issues, resolves and proposes solutions. Maintains knowledge of existing regulations pertaining to information system security and privacy. Works closely with subject matter experts and vendors to complete projects, including audits, vulnerability assessments, mitigation plans, and other various activities as needed. Supports cyber security improvement and life cycle projects. Availability to work odd or extra hours to provide 24x7 monitoring and response. Performs of other related duties as required. What We Need Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or Information Technology focus or related field Three (3) years of IT & Cyber Security tools and technologies experience Must have one of the following certifications: ISC2 CISSP or SSCP CompTIA Cyber Security