University of Utah ยท 1 day ago
Security Monitoring Specialist
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$44K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expThe University of Utah is seeking a Security Monitoring Specialist to oversee real-time security monitoring and threat detection across its HPC infrastructure. This role is crucial for identifying and responding to potential security incidents while ensuring the integrity of regulated research environments. The position involves collaboration with security teams and the optimization of monitoring processes.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Monitor SIEM dashboards and alerts for suspicious activity across HPC systems
Tune and optimize SIEM rules and detection logic to reduce false positives
Investigate and escalate security incidents in coordination with the CHPC security team and the University Information Security Office
Perform log analysis and threat hunting using HPC and enterprise data sources
Collaborate with the CHPC and ISO security teams to improve monitoring and incident response processes
Document incident response actions and contribute to post-incident reviews
Qualification
Required
Familiarity with SIEM platforms (e.g., Wazuh, Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar)
Understanding of network protocols, system logs, and threat indicators
Strong analytical and communication skills
Ability to work independently
Preferred
Certifications such as Security+, ISC2 CC, CompTIA CySA+, GCIA
Experience in academic or research computing environments
Exposure to SOAR tools and automated response workflows
Benefits
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work).
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.
Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status.
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University of Utah
The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, is the flagship institution of higher learning in Utah.
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