Threat and Incident Analyst

This is a remote position. The Security Analyst will serve as a Threat and Incident Management specialist within the Pitt Information Technology (Pitt IT) Security Team. The Analyst will be tasked with evaluating and mitigating security incidents across our environment. The Analyst will identify, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats and incidents, while also supporting the continuous improvement of our security posture. Troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills are essential, along with a commitment to providing excellent customer service.

As a member of the security team, the Analyst will be required to respond to emergency security incidents on a 24/7/365 basis.

Applicants should include salary requirements in cover letter.

The University of Pittsburgh is an innovation hub, driving breakthroughs in health care and engineering, and nurturing new leaders in computer science and business. We are reinventing what's next. Here, progress is always in progress.

The University offers a robust retirement savings plan with 100% employer match, 150% after vesting. 11 Paid Holidays. Paid Vac, Sick, Personal. Add'l Winter Recess Paid Time Off. Paid Parental Leave. Above-average Employer Contribution toward Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Life, and more. Education benefits for staff, spouses/partners, dependents. Student loan assistance. Free transit pass.

Pitt Information Technology (Pitt IT) creates experiences that delight, inspire, and empower people to impact education, research, and the broader community. Your efforts will be supporting a world-renowned teaching and research facility. Pitt IT is committed to representing the diverse community we serve; to value and promote equity, humanity, and diversity. We encourage qualified individuals to apply and join us in leveraging the strengths of people belonging to every race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender-identity, neuro-variance, sexual orientation, age, disability, and veteran status.

Join the team responsible for strategy, implementation, and maintenance of technology at the University of Pittsburgh-ranked by Forbes among Amazon, CDW, Cisco Systems, Google, LinkedIn, and Microsoft as one of "America's Best Large Employers."

Pitt IT provides innovative services to support teaching, learning, research, and administrative functions at the University. We are committed to leveraging resources to enhance the experience of students, faculty, and staff; drive the digitization of campus; facilitate community engagement; and accelerate regional impact.

Performs complex procedures to ensure the security of all Information Technology (IT) assets, resources, and data to protect all systems, networks, and applications. Documents, assists with managing the IT security policy and standards, and assists with security operation efforts.

Analyze and mitigate IT security threats and incidents. Take appropriate action.

Generally sedentary desk work with computer-keyboard-video phone other than traveling to other buildings on campus for meetings/events on occasion. Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

On occasion, may need to lift equipment up to 35 lbs.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.