Security Analyst
Location: Lubbock, TX
Job Type: contract
Company: IDR
Category: Security
Job Description Apply Now
IDR is seeking a dedicated and proactive Security Analyst to join one of our esteemed clients in Lubbock, TX. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about cybersecurity and system oversight, with a knack for identifying and rectifying security weaknesses. If you are seeking an opportunity to join a large, growing organization and thrive within a team-oriented culture, we encourage you to apply today!
Position Overview/Responsibilities for the Security Analyst:
- Ensuring the security of institutional assets by applying baselines to systems, performing endpoint product maintenance, and troubleshooting arising problems
- Monitoring systems for gaps and ensuring timely installation of patches and updates
- Conducting security assessments to identify weaknesses in hardware, software, and network infrastructure, and communicating any issues to respective parties
- Investigating and analyzing potential incidents, performing root cause analysis, and implementing measures to prevent similar incidents in the future
- This is a 6-month contract-to-hire position requiring onsite presence
Required Skills for Security Analyst:
- Bachelor's degree with coursework in computer science, MIS, IT, or other related area OR 2-4 years of professional experience
- Proficiency with cybersecurity tools like CrowdStrike, BeyondTrust, Zscaler, Rapid7
- Experience with multiple operating systems including, but not limited to macOS, Windows, and Linux
- Experience supporting desktops, servers, and/or networking devices for an organization
- Security or network administration certifications and/or any other training or certifications related to technology services and customer support are a plus
- Experience in a healthcare background is highly desirable
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
- Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization
- Close-knit and team-oriented culture
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 11 years in a row
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.