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University of Wisconsin–Madison

Cybersecurity Analyst

University of Wisconsin–Madison
Madison, WI $95k - $105k/yr Full time Posted 43m ago
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Job Description

Cybersecurity Analyst role at the University of Wisconsin-Madison for onsite work in Madison, WI supporting CALS security operations, threat monitoring, and incident coordination.

Responsibilities

  • Perform vulnerability-scanning analysis, test security controls, and document results from risk assessments
  • Recommend procedures to reduce the likelihood of future security incidents
  • Coordinate and support incident response efforts, escalating security incidents to senior staff
  • Develop and modify cybersecurity tools
  • Monitor daily system operations using intrusion detection and prevention systems and assess findings
  • Receive, process, and implement security change requests, including privilege access
  • Report application security concerns and support escalation paths
  • Support CALS IT staff with security-related endpoint and risk management questions
  • Assist with creation and adoption of divisional security policies, processes, and procedures
  • Facilitate security awareness training
  • Represent CALS in the cybersecurity community at UW Madison

Requirements

  • 1 year of cybersecurity experience including:
    • Vulnerability management
    • Investigating and remediating virus or malware incursions
    • Applying technical controls to endpoint devices
    • Creating documentation to support these processes
  • Demonstrated strength in verbal and written communication skills for professional emails, documentation, and reports to internal and external audiences
  • Ability to respond to inquiries from colleagues, clients, and vendors and adjust communication style as needed
  • Attention to detail
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • Entry-level cybersecurity certification (CC, Sec+) preferred

Technologies

  • Intrusion detection and prevention systems

Compensation and Employment Details

  • Location: Madison, WI (onsite)
  • Employment type: Regular
  • Job category: Academic Staff
  • Job profile: Information Security Analyst II
  • Salary: USD 95,000 - 105,000 per year
  • Final salary depends on experience and qualifications

Benefits

  • Generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off
  • Competitive insurances and savings accounts
  • Retirement benefits

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in IT in a higher education environment
  • Experience with data classification and cybersecurity risk management
  • Experience assessing and documenting technical compliance

License or Certificate

  • Entry-level cybersecurity certification (CC, Sec+) preferred

Application Process

  • Submit: Cover letter and Resume
  • Only one attachment field is available; upload all documents into the same field
  • All listed application materials must be received to be considered
  • Finalists may be asked to provide contact information for three references (one must be a current or former supervisor)
  • References will not be contacted without prior notice
  • Cover letter and resume should reflect experience related to the Qualifications section
  • Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring eligibility to work in the United States on or before the effective date; University sponsorship is not available

Additional Information

  • Criminal Background Check may be required
  • Evaluation Period may be required
  • Work schedule: 7:45am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday
  • Occasional nights and weekends may be required

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