Vedder Price · 10 hours ago
Information Security Analyst
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expVedder Price is seeking an Information Security Analyst for their Chicago office. The role involves maintaining technologies to ensure the security of the firm’s systems and collaborating with other engineers to support best practices for information and cyber security.
AdviceConsultingLegalProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Serve as a technical resource at the firm for information security issues
Collaborate with other staff in the Technology Department to ensure that security standards are developed and enforced in the course of implementing or upgrading firm technology, educating others on security best practices
Administration, troubleshooting and resolving issues with security infrastructure on Vedder Price’s network, including the following:
SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) firewalls
Intrusion detection and prevention
Vulnerability management
Identity Management
Microsoft Windows systems, Including Defender, Azure and M365
Review of business processes, recommendation and implementation of supportable security changes including any relevant tools to better secure those processes
Evaluation of security practices around identity management, remote solutions, including AVD and privileged remote access
Participation in incident response plan for vulnerabilities or other security events
Investigation of actual and suspected security breaches
Ensure consistent security policies are being applied to any hosted or cloud-based services being utilized by the firm
Log review and reporting on security devices and identified Windows systems
Generating evidence for compliance/audit
Working with vendors as necessary to supplement our security capabilities, and recommend their use when appropriate
Backup assistance for other Network Operations team members as necessary
Assistance with all projects and tasks related to the firm as directed by the Senior Manager Infrastructure & Security and the Information Security Architect
Assists the Information System Architect in developing and documenting security standards as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in computer related field or equivalent work experience
Minimum five (5) years' experience in Information Technology required
Must subscribe to being highly available and responsive to occasional after-hours issues, as the firm operates on a 24x7 basis
Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Expert-level proficiency with key technologies to be supported, including demonstrated willingness and ability to develop expertise in new technologies as needed
Demonstrated competence in detecting and eliminating technical issues in complex systems, utilizing monitoring and other analysis tools to ensure optimal system performance
Investment in understanding technologies outside of those directly supported by the Analyst, including demonstrated basic awareness of key functionality of systems that interact with or depend upon the systems directly managed by the Analyst
Ability to participate in assessing business purpose of managed systems and to recommend operational or efficiency-related improvements
Ability to act independently to meet goals and objectives identified by senior management, including the ability to assist in the creation of project plans and manage time effectively
High-level involvement in providing optimal performance and responsive support. Works to ensure optimal performance and reliability of systems while also providing mentoring and knowledge transfer to other Engineers and Technical Support Specialists. Acknowledges key role in responding to alerts and assisting Technical Support in analysis and resolution of issues
Accepts responsibility for understanding firm Information Security Standards and applying those standards to ensure security of managed systems
Effective communication skills, both written and oral. Strong interpersonal skills required to communicate with all other technology team members, members of the firm (users of systems), and clients. Must have customer service attitude and ability to work well with other groups
Superior understanding of the firm's goals and objectives, with demonstrated ability to apply technology in solving business problems
Strong organizational skills, capability to schedule and coordinate multiple activities in results-oriented environment. Initiative and ability to enforce policies and procedures through influence
Preferred
Experience in the legal industry a plus
Experience with Microsoft and Azure security tools, Cato Networks, BeyondTrust, Tenable Nessus and Sumo Logic preferred
Benefits
Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
Additional Perks: Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.
Company
Vedder Price
Vedder Price is a law firm that provides attorney representation for primarily corporate clients.
501-1000 employees
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