Enterprise Security and Audit Analyst

Ball State University is seeking a dynamic person interested in working with our information security team. If you are excited about the challenge of working with the enterprise security of a large university, you may be the candidate we're looking for. This role will focus on information security operations including monitoring, investigation, and forensics as well as audit and documentation. This position reports to the Executive Director of Information Security Services and works collaboratively with the campus community to enhance security to fit the needs of the university and support their daily operations. If you are ready for a new challenge, we'd like to talk with you.

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

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Provide technical support in all areas of Information Security Services for the Office of Information Technology; administer and coordinate enterprise security controls. Develop and maintain policies and procedures for Information Security Services as well as Information Technology in general.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university by date of appointment

Or, in lieu of Bachelor's degree:

Associate's degree plus an additional combination of education or work experience in IT equivalent to two years; or

High school diploma or GED plus an additional combination of education or work experience in IT equivalent to four years.

At least two years of experience in a technology related field; must be highly available and be willing to participate in information security operations and incidents for the entire university; may require responding to or insuring the response of others on a 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year basis.

Must be fully eligible to pass/maintain relevant related background/records checks performed by the FBI or other government agencies; excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position requires a high level of access to critical systems and information. As such, the employee must exercise discretion and professional judgment.

Master's degree in computer science, applied technology, ICS, MIS, or related technology field.

Over five years of experience in a technology related field; relevant background in enterprise level systems architecture; relevant background in information security services.

Industry recognized information security certifications such as CISSP, CSA, or CISA.

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Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Work with the Director to develop implementation plans; coordinate operationalization of implemented solutions.

Maintain appropriate security controls, including procedures, systems, and technology infrastructure; work collaboratively with the security team and other university units to adopt effective security practices into business processes.

Perform research and technical analysis of technology options and provide concise and unbiased assessment of competing technical strategies, including hardware, software, and services; perform ongoing research and skills development as necessary to maintain technical expertise.

Supervise the administration of security controls across the enterprise, including all intrusion detection systems ( IDS/ IPS), security scanning tools, and multi-layered firewalls and security policy controls; coordinate scheduled and ad hoc security audits of cross-platform systems, interpret results, and work across all university units as necessary to insure that the information security of the university is maintained.

Provide technical support to the Information Security Incident Response process; coordinate response activities per established procedures; provide the Information Security Incident Response Team leadership with clear, concise, and timely reports of ongoing response activities.

Coordinate with external consulting companies for various projects, including arranging conference calls, verifying consultant abilities, working with the consultants once on site and communicating with consultants once the engagement is complete.

Perform ad hoc and/or formal security and enterprise technology training for individuals or groups.

Interact with support organizations to resolve any problems that are not covered by existing online documentation, including renewing support contracts and managing open incidents.

Act as a secondary security officer for HIPAA/ HITECH in the absence of the primary security officer.

Coordinate special projects as assigned.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.