Lead Security Analyst - Oklahoma-Norman

OU Information Technology is searching for a Lead Security Analyst who will be responsible for monitoring and securing both cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure. This position will proactively detect and respond to suspicious activity, identify potential security risks, and ...

Job description

OU Information Technology is searching for a Lead Security Analyst who will be responsible for monitoring and securing both cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure. This position will proactively detect and respond to suspicious activity, identify potential security risks, and implement mitigation strategies to prevent breaches.

Why OU?

In addition to a job that gives fulfillment and your salary, you will also have access to a generous benefits package that includes:

• 14 holidays each year and 18 – 22 hours of earned PTO per month.
• Insurance plans for you and your family.
• Retirement options that require no contributions from the employee.
• And much more For a list of OU's benefits, click here

Duties:

• Responsible for monitoring and securing both cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure. Proactively detect and respond to suspicious activity, identify potential security risks, and implement mitigation strategies to prevent breaches.
• Oversee daily security operations, ensuring timely detection, analysis, and response to threats using tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and EDR platforms.
• Directs the full incident response lifecycle from triage to containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident review.
• Acts as the primary escalation point for high-severity incidents.
• Conducts regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests. Analyze results, perform risk assessments, prioritize remediation, and communicate the organization's risk posture to stakeholders.
• Develops, implements, and maintains security policies, standards, and playbooks.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory frameworks
• Works closely with infrastructure and development teams to embed security into system and application designs across cloud and on-premises environments
• Evaluates, implements, and maintains cybersecurity technologies.
• Automates repetitive processes like alert triage and log analysis to enhance operational efficiency
• Provides coaching and technical guidance, and supports team development through training, certification, and mentorship to junior level staff
• Prepares and delivers clear, non-technical security reports, dashboards, and incident summaries to senior leadership and other stakeholders
• Collaborates with IT, legal, compliance, HR, and academic departments to align security initiatives with business objectives and ensure organization-wide awareness.
• Leads security awareness efforts, including phishing simulations and end-user training, to promote a strong security culture across the organization.
• Continuously monitor emerging threats, attack vectors, and technology trends.
• Adapts defenses and team capabilities to stay ahead of evolving risks.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position

Required Attachments

Documents required for this position are listed under the "Required Attachments" section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.

Important:  ALL required documents must be attached to your job application or your documents will not be visible to the hiring department

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Programming, or related field, AND:

• 7 years of experience in Security Administration or a related field.

Equivalency/Substitution: Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.

Skills:

• Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Excellent interpersonal and mentoring skills, with the ability to teach and guide others.

• Proven analytical, anticipatory, and problem-solving skills to proactively identify and resolve security challenges.

• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies, threats, and best practices in cybersecurity.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead and inspire security teams effectively.

• Strong understanding of network protocols, system hardening, and secure application design.

• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards

• Ability to quickly adapt to changing technologies and threat landscapes

• Ability to work cross-functionally with departments to align security initiatives with organizational goals.

Working Conditions:

• Requires extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, and using a phone.

• Requires sound judgment under pressure and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively.

• Office Work Environment.

• Occasional evenings, weekend, or on-call availability during critical incidents or high-severity events.

Supervision:

• Yes

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