Senior Information Security Analyst

Under the direction of the Information Security Manager, act as a subject matter expert and technical leader concerning complex information security technology, topics and issues. Responsible for technical and specialized duties in the areas of security framework, architecture design, risk management, incident management, vulnerability management, information security program and technology implementations, with the goal of improving the overall security posture of the organization.

Provide subject matter expertise in defining, evaluating and recommending/implementing information security controls and technology to ensure the protection of the organization’s assets

Lead the security architecture and technology design, identify gaps, recommend security enhancements and lead efforts to ensure security requirements are integrated and implemented

Partner with the Architecture, Infrastructure and Technology teams to review existing architecture, identify gaps, and recommend security enhancements

Assist in defining architectural and technology standards that impacts the security of systems and data

Develop, validate, maintain and implement information security policies, standards, guidelines and procedures to ensure compliance with the Information Security Program

Lead detailed risk analysis and risk assessment to identify, mitigate and control risks to infrastructure, information systems and data; advocate security and risk management to key stakeholders in order to balance security and business needs

Lead third party evaluation to ensure that their technology environment appropriately protects shared data, that contracts have the appropriate security requirements, and that those requirements are met through regular audits and assessments

Monitor changes in current threats and looks at trends for future threat analysis in order to proactively plan and design the environment to protect against current and future threats

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience

Minimum 8 years of hands-on technical information security experience

Expert level knowledge of security principles and technologies

5+ years hands-on experience designing and implementing a variety of security solutions and technologies across multiple disciplines

Broad experience with risk and threat assessment methodologies

Proven ability to weigh business needs against risk concerns and articulate issues to business leaders

Extensive experience implementing security controls to comply with various IT regulatory compliance requirements such as HIPAA and PCI as well as various standards including ISO 27001

Strong, proven skills and ability to identify and analyze security vulnerabilities

Experience performing network and application security penetration testing and/or vulnerability management, interpreting results and remediating findings

Ability to interact with personnel at all levels of the organization and interpret complex business initiatives

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to analyze various complex issues, projects, technologies and solutions

Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties

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Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. 

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