South Texas College · 18 hours ago
Information Security Analyst
McAllen, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$67K/yr - $67K/yr
3+ years expSouth Texas College is seeking an Information Security Analyst to perform technical security control management and risk management tasks as part of the InfoSec program. The role involves collaborating with IT teams, implementing security controls, conducting audits, and training staff and students in cybersecurity.
EducationHigher EducationTraining
Responsibilities
Enforce InfoSec/ I.T. resource standards, guidelines, procedures, and compliance requirements
Collaborate and consult with I.T. technical teams for the development, coordination, and implementation of the InfoSec program practices such as: patch management, mobile device management, application security, database security, endpoint security and other security controls
Collaborate with fellow members of the InfoSec team for the further development and maturation of the InfoSec Program
Participate in all parts of the Risk Management Framework Lifecycle
Implement, administrate, and monitor technical security controls to include: vulnerability scans, Intrusion Detection/ Intrusion Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS) monitoring, Security Incident Event Manager (SIEM) monitoring, endpoint protection and monitoring, and firewall rules
Assist in conduction of InfoSec and Cybersecurity audits
Assist in training the faculty, staff, and students in areas of InfoSec and Cybersecurity
Will act as an InfoSec Point of Contact outside of normal business hours, and will perform job duties in an on-call capacity
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity or IT Management or a related field required
At least three (3) years of progressive experience in computer administration and/or InfoSec, including experience with enterprise servers, networking devices, and web applications required
Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, the Windows environment, and internet research skills
Knowledge of security policy development, security education, and network penetration testing
Knowledge of information security standards and regulations (e.g. CIS Security Benchmarks, NIST 800-series publications, ISO 17799/27002, FERPA, Texas Identity Theft Prevention, etc.)
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment
Ability to prioritize, organize, and complete multiple tasks with attention to detail, within stated deadlines
Ability to work independently as well as a team player within department and with others
Ability to adapt to constant change and periods of fast-paced, high-intensity work situations
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed; willing to travel throughout the college district using own means of reliable transportation
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of employees, managers and clients
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Security Sensitive position: All applicants are subject to a criminal background check under South Texas College policy
In addition, subject to a federal background check
Must have or qualify for a valid Texas driver's license and proof of liability insurance
Preferred
Experience administrating in an enterprise environment or higher education institution, preferred
Possess one of the following certifications: GCIH, GCED, GPEN, or CEH, preferred
Company
South Texas College
South Texas College is a school in Mcallen.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.76MKey Investors
Texas Workforce CommisionNational Telecommunications and Information AdministrationOffice of Texas Governor
2023-08-10Grant· $0.66M
2023-02-27Grant· $2.85M
2022-07-07Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Lucio Gonzalez
Assistant Chief Information Officer - Infrastructure
Rebecca De Leon, Ed.D.
Associate Vice President for Dual Credit Programs & School District Partnerships
Recent News
2025-06-11
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