Information Security Professional II
University of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida
Job Description
Unleash YOUR Potential With Us
As a next-generation public research institute, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you will play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.
The Opportunity
Responsible for Collecting and analyzing security data from various sources such as firewall logs, intrusion detection systems, and network traffic. Analyzes data using statistical techniques and tools to identify trends, patterns, and insights. Creates reports and dashboards to visualize security data and provide insights into security trends and patterns. Develops and maintains security tools and scripts for data collection, analysis, and reporting. Develops information security awareness program through, data sharing, communications, training, and events. Collaborates with other security professionals, such as security engineers and incident responders, to address security incidents and recommend solutions.
Responsibilities:
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Collect, analyze, and interpret security data from a variety of sources, including network logs, intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and threat intelligence feeds.
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Identify trends and patterns in security data and use this information to develop and implement proactive measures to prevent security incidents.
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Develop and maintain data visualizations to effectively communicate security trends and insights to stakeholders.
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Responsible for security awareness, and events for the campus community. Implement, track, and measure the effectiveness of phishing awareness campaigns, and provide regular reports to leadership on the results and impact of the campaigns.
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Ensure the security office is effectively engaging with faculty, staff, students, and the broader UCF community on security-related events and sharing relevant security information.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree
Preferred Qualifications:
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Ability to collect, process, and analyze large amounts of data and identify meaningful insights.
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Knowledge of programming languages such as SQL, Python, and R, as well as data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI and Excel.
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Understanding of business operations and the ability to use data to support decision making.
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Ability to identify and correct errors in data, ensure accuracy, and ensure that data is properly formatted for analysis.
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Ability to effectively communicate insights and recommendations to stakeholders in both technical and non-technical terms.
Are Benefits Important to You?
Working at UCF has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:
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Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
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Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays.
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Retirement savings options
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Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
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Education assistance
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Flexible work environment
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And more…For more benefits information, go to UCF Employee Benefits Guide (12-14-21)
Who Are We?
Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
Department
UCF IT Information Security Office
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Type of Appointment
Regular
Expected Salary
$64,518.00 to $88,713.00
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.
As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
