Pace University in Pleasantville, New York is seeking an Information Security Analyst to help defend the university’s digital infrastructure. The role combines hands-on security operations with automation, threat monitoring, and compliance work, collaboration with ITS, and delivering security awareness training. This is a hybrid position with on-site presence required several days each week, and a salary range of USD 100,000 to 105,000 per year.
Responsibilities
- Leverage programming skills to automate workflows, develop incident response playbooks, work with APIs, and troubleshoot within SOAR environments.
- Design and optimize searches using query and scripting languages to support security investigations and threat hunting across SIEM, EDR, and analytics platforms.
- Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents using SIEM and analytics tools.
- Address information security service requests promptly according to priority.
- Configure, implement, and validate various security systems and technologies.
- Manage host firewalls to restrict access to critical ports and services.
- Administer endpoint privilege management controls.
- Track and remediate vulnerabilities using vulnerability management solutions.
- Occasionally employ Red Team tools in an ethical manner, including those found in Kali Linux.
- Support ongoing security risk assessments, scanning, intrusion detection, monitoring, and remediation efforts.
- Research current security technologies, trends, legislation, threats, and solutions to inform practice.
- Deliver and administer security awareness training to faculty, staff, and students.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Security, or a related field.
- Strong programming ability (preferably Python) to support automation workflows, playbook development, and SOAR troubleshooting.
- Ability to write and optimize searches in SIEM and security analytics platforms using query or scripting languages.
- Familiarity with APIs and modular functions used in security automation tools.
- Experience with SIEM technologies and interpreting device event logs to identify anomalies in enterprise environments.
- Proficiency in incident response and threat hunting using EDR, SIEM, and firewall tools.
- Ability to test, configure, and deploy endpoint privilege management controls and host firewalls to reduce the attack surface.
- Ability to interpret and report vulnerabilities using standard industry tools.
- Familiarity with Active Directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPO), and enterprise device/app management.
- Knowledge of the OSI model and tools such as Wireshark and Nmap.
- Basic understanding of free cybersecurity tools used for offensive and defensive purposes (e.g., Kali Linux).
- General awareness of cybersecurity trends, application and device management, and vulnerability management practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information diplomatically.
- Strong analytical abilities and a demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Technologies
- Python
- APIs
- SOAR platforms
- SIEM platforms
- EDR
- Kali Linux
- Wireshark
- Nmap
- Active Directory
- Group Policy Objects
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance with preventive care coverage and an option to waive participation for full-time employees.
- Income protection if unable to work due to illness (for full-time employees).
- 403(b) retirement savings plan available to part-time and full-time employees.
- Programs and services to support work-life balance for both part-time and full-time staff.
- Educational opportunities for the employee and eligible family members to pursue degrees at Pace or other higher education institutions.
- Access to Pace’s health and wellness program, Pace Yourself to Wellness, to promote healthy habits and healthcare resource optimization.
- Discount purchase plans covering entertainment, shopping, and travel for eligible employees.
Supervision Exercised
The Analyst contributes to implementing a university-wide information security program and may supervise student employees as needed.
Work Hours
Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings, overnights, and weekends. On-call rotations are required to respond to security events outside regular hours. The role is based on Pace's Pleasantville campus and requires on-site presence several days per week as part of a hybrid arrangement.
About the Institution
Pace University is recognized among the top private colleges for return on tuition investment, serving a diverse student body and offering a broad range of programs. With more than 13,000 students enrolled across over 150 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs, Pace emphasizes opportunity through rigorous academics, experiential learning, and dedicated advising.
AA/EEO Statement
Pace University is committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of university life and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender identity, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Annual Security Report Notice
Pace publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. The report contains security policies, crime data, and fire statistics for the university and is accessible to the public.
