Information Security Analyst

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Employee Type : Regular

Regular

Location :

Chicago - Illinois - Wacker

Secondary Location(s) :

Position Summary :

Essential Functions :

• Responsible for security event handling and security incident response processes, including documenting standard operating procedures and protocols and automating common tasks.
• Coordinate with our managed service providers to monitor the organization's networks for security incidents and investigate any potential incidents that occur or are reported
• Monitor ticketing queue and respond to or escalate tickets as needed
• Where required, configure and use software, such as firewalls and data encryption programs, to implement security measures and operate software as required
• Prepare reports that document security incidents and the extent of the damage caused by the incident
• Participate and assist team through Tabletop exercises, documenting gaps and maintaining until resolution.
• Assist the engineers to test and evaluate new technology
• Coordinate with IT to provide objective advice about or implementation assistance for IT security requirements
• Research security enhancements and make recommendations to management
• Create and maintain metrics reports for management reporting
• Stay up to date on information technology trends and security standards.

Education / Experience / Skills :

• BA in Information Security preferred
• Proficient with Mac, Linux and Windows Operating Systems
• Ability to identify, understand and help mitigate vulnerabilities
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python
• Experience with and understanding of infrastructure security concepts such as firewalls, endpoint security, web gateways, etc.
• Experience installing security software and documenting corresponding processes and procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Disclaimer

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer

How We Support Our Teammates

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing goals.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce that allows you to manage your wellbeing and work / life balance.

We understand that you have a life outside of work. That's why we offer paid time off for vacation, sick and personal days.

In addition, we offer paid parental leave and paid company holidays.

Ryan Specialty values a diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves, and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

Ryan Specialty provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

Ryan Specialty is committed to a diverse workforce.

The target salary range for this position is $62,000.00 - $81,375.00 annually.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands.

The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits.

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We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law.

Please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected]

The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.