Lead Security Analyst, Kean Information Technology

Kean Information Technology

Lead Security Analyst

Reporting to the Director of Information Security, the Lead Security Analyst (Managing Assistant Director 1) will play a critical role in protecting the University's digital assets by focusing on proactive threat monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and security compliance. This position also does related work as required. As the team leader, the Lead Security Analyst will mentor junior analysts. This position requires s trong technical acumen, leadership skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams.

This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. This is not a remote position and requires physical presence on campus as determined by the Supervisor.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and three or more years of professional experience in IT, network security, endpoint protection, and/or incident response is required. Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute required experience on a year-for-year basis. Candidate must have proficiency in vulnerability management, penetration testing, and security tool administration (e.g., SIEM, IDS, EDR); strong understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA); and have e xcellent mentorship, leadership and communication skills. Preferred qualifications include p rofessional certifications (CompTIA Security+, etc.) and k nowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for process automation.

The deadline for applications is December 19, 2024. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Additional Information

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

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