Wattpad · 1 month ago
[WEBTOON] IT & Security Analyst
Los Angeles, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expWEBTOON Entertainment Inc. is a leading global entertainment company, known for its innovative storytelling platforms. They are seeking an IT & Security Analyst who will manage IT operations and security solutions, ensuring alignment with global security policies while providing support for the LA office.
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Responsibilities
Oversee and perform the IT employee lifecycle (onboarding, off-boarding, role changes), managing account provisioning, system access, and device deployment/collection
Administer, maintain, and ensure the reliability of core corporate IT systems (e.g., Google Workspace, O3S, Slack, video conferencing, Atlassian)
Manage the full lifecycle of IT assets, including inventory tracking, procurement, and vendor relations
Develop, implement, and maintain IT policies, procedures, and user documentation for the LA office, aligning with global standards
Act as the LA office's primary IT contact, collaborating with global IT teams on system upgrades, migrations, and new implementations
Operate, monitor, and manage day-to-day security solutions, with a strong focus on Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools
Monitor security alerts from various systems (SIEM, DLP, Endpoint Security, IAM), conduct initial triage, and escalate or remediate as appropriate
Serve as the first point of contact for user-reported issues or complaints regarding security tools, providing timely troubleshooting and resolution
Collaborate closely with the Security Manager (based in Korea) to implement, tune, and enforce global security policies and procedures locally
Assist in responding to security incidents and conducting vulnerability assessments
Support internal and external audits (e.g., ISO 27001/27701) by gathering evidence and assisting with remediation tasks
Assist in delivering local security awareness training, phishing simulations, and other educational programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, OR equivalent professional experience
3+ years of combined experience in IT Operations (System Administration) and/or Information Security Operations
Must be a resident of the Los Angeles, CA area
Strong hands-on experience with IT systems administration and troubleshooting in a mixed environment (macOS and Windows)
Experience with user administration and Identity & Access Management (IAM) for systems like Google Workspace, O365, and Active Directory
Hands-on experience operating or managing security tools (e.g., DLP, Endpoint Detection and Response - EDR, SIEM)
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively with a remote, global team
Must have the flexibility to adjust working hours as needed to collaborate with teams in different time zones (e.g., Korea)
Preferred
Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English is a strong plus
Knowledge of cloud security concepts and environments (e.g., AWS, GCP)
Familiarity with information security standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST)
Relevant security certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+,) are highly valued
Benefits
Career development; we believe in mentorship and investing in your learning, supporting you to achieve your goals
Health benefits, including vision and dental!
Generous PTO and Parental Leave Top-up
401K Contributions
Commuter Benefits
Global WEBTOON and LINE FRIENDS discount program
Winter break shutdown and a whole lot more!
Company
Wattpad
Wattpad is a digital entertainment company providing an online social storytelling platform for original stories.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$117.8MKey Investors
Times BridgeTencentOMERS Ventures
2021-01-20Acquired
2019-03-13Series Unknown
2018-01-17Series Unknown· $51M
Leadership Team
Allen Lau
Co-Founder and CEO
Ivan Yuen
Co-Founder
Recent News
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