About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the universitys signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNGs Dahlonega Campus.
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Information Security Analyst II on the Dahlonega campus. The Information Security Analyst II supports the university and IT by assisting with duties related to monitoring the Universitys systems and networks. Assists the Information Security team in all aspects, including intrusion detection, security event monitoring, and user awareness training. This position is also responsible for supporting and maintaining current and future cyber security solutions and tools in use by the University.
Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.
As a public institution, the universitys ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.
If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470.
Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Disaster Recovery process awareness.
Knowledge and proficiency with basic network and application layer protocols.
Intermediate knowledge or experience with security technologies (e.g. firewalls, antivirus, encryption, port-scanning, IDS/IPS).
Intermediate level of proficiency with configuring, hardening, and assessing Windows desktop and server platforms.
Knowledge of implementing and supporting enterprise applications in a multi-user environment.
Intermediate knowledge of networking and operating system(s) security.
Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (MS Azure) and identity management solutions (Okta/Duo).
Specific knowledge of networking threats, vulnerabilities and resolutions.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks at same time.
Ability to multi-task, manage workload, and meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate with team members and users in an effective manner.
Ability to follow action plans and organize work in order to meet deadlines and user demand.
Ability and willingness to stay abreast of and evaluate emerging technologies
Ability and willingness to work flexible, evening and/or weekend hours
Ability and willingness to attend formal and informal training.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Proposed Salary
Minimum Starting Salary: $73,155
Required Documents to Attach
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
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