The IT Security Administrator functions include day-to-day operations of the in-place security solutions (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, etc.) and the identification, investigation, and resolution of security incidents detected by those systems. Secondary tasks may include the development and/or implementation of security solutions, which fit into the security architecture. The IT Security Administrator is expected to be fully aware of the enterprise's security goals as established by its stated policies, procedures and guidelines and to actively work towards upholding those goals.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in the planning, designing, and implementation of enterprise security architecture. Drive the creation of enterprise security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines and procedures). Perform the deployment, integration, and initial configuration of new security solutions and of any enhancements to existing security solutions. Implement best practice configurations for network and endpoint security solutions. Maintain up-to-date baselines for the secure configuration and operation of all in-place devices, whether under Information Security control (i.e., security tools) or other asset owners (i.e., workstations, servers, network devices, etc.). Maintain and administer operational configurations of in-place security solutions. Review logs and reports of all in-place devices, whether under Information Security control (i.e., security tools) or other asset owners (i.e., workstations, servers, network devices, etc.). Interpret the implications of that activity and devise plans for appropriate resolution. Support end users and assist IT to resolve network and endpoint related problems. Monitor and interpret security system events, and analyze potential threats and vulnerabilities on networks. Perform analysis of network traffic and alerts to assess, prioritize and differentiate between potential intrusion attempts and false alarms. Perform additional duties and assignments as requested. Work outside the standard office 8-hour workday may be required with on-call availability.