IS Security Analyst II | Fort Worth, Texas

Our growing company is in need of an IS Security Analyst II at our Corporate location in Fort Worth, Texas. The IS Security Analyst II is primarily responsible for maintaining and enhancing operational activities related to security controls, policies, and processes within TTI's information security program. This position will be responsible for solving and handling escalations of information security incidents and to ensure security related tools are operating with the highest efficacy and operation.

Headquartered in Fort Worth, TX, TTI, Inc. is the world's leading authorized distributor of passive, connector, electromechanical, and discrete components. Celebrating more than 50 years, this Berkshire Hathaway company is ever-growing and has over 100 locations in North America, Europe, and Asia! Join a winning team in a growing global organization!

Our IS Security Analyst II:

• Perform threat hunting and other initiatives as a part of SOC and CSIRT activities.
• Technical lead for incident response, including steps to minimize the impact and conduct a technical investigation into the source of the breach to provide mitigation and preventative measures.
• Participate in collaborative sessions with other cyber defenders on malicious intrusions, attacks or suspicious activities, as well as share emerging cyber threat intel data.
• Develop or implement open-source/third-party tools to assist in detection, prevention and analysis of security threats.
• Researches and develops security solutions in IT networks and systems. Works with security vendors and solution providers to determine the tools and techniques required for those solutions.
• Identify security risks, threats and vulnerabilities of networks, systems, applications and new technology initiatives.
• Assists with risk assessments and analyzes technical controls for risk treatment options.
• Provide technical support in the development, testing, and operation of firewall policies, intrusion prevention systems, secure web/email gateways, EDR/XDR, SIEM and security related tools.
• Finding new improvements in the SOC processes and make updates to the SOP's in the knowledge base.
• Apply frameworks like D3FEND, ATT&CK and NIST CSF to everyday security risks. Provide recommendations for prioritization based upon existing controls.
• Perform highly complex product evaluations, recommend, and implement products and services for security.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related degree or equivalent combination of education/experience; High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three to five years of information security in IT Infrastructure/Network/Security Operations environments, support, and testing required.

What we look for:

• CISSP, GIAC GSEC, or equivalent certification preferred.
• A desire to learn continuously, and a strong interest in cybersecurity best practices.
• Understands SIEM tools functionality to find attacks, tune out noise, and build security visibility into the environment.
• Experience supporting security software, to include Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention, DLP, Secure Web/Email Gateways, IAM/SSO, AV/EDR, and Vulnerability Scanners
• Proficiency in performing vulnerability assessments, and defining treatment strategies.
• Experience with common information security management frameworks, such as International Standards Organization (ISO) 2700x, National Institute of Standards and Technologies (NIST), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) is preferred.
• Understanding of various cyber attacks and recent hacking techniques.
• Strong understanding of Operating Systems, Virtualization technologies, Network Devices, Cloud computing concepts, Web Proxies, Firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems, Antivirus Systems, Data Loss Prevention, Vulnerability Assessment tools.
• Ability to work weekends and after business hours when needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Must have the ability to position self to maintain computers and various network equipment in the buildings, including under desks, in the server rooms, and anywhere cabling installation and maintenance would be required for troubleshooting and optimal organizational connectivity and usage.
• Exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to perceive and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids.
• Detect and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; converse in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

This is a summary of the primary accountabilities and requirements for this position. The company reserves the right to modify or amend accountabilities and requirements at any time at its sole discretion based on business needs. Any part of this job description is subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Please note that we do not offer relocation assistance for this position. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate at their own expense.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Only candidates authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

This position requires use of information or access to hardware, which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). To perform the position, you must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

What we offer our team members:

• A great benefits package that includes (but is not limited to) Medical/ Dental/ Vision, 401(k)/Roth plan with matching, and Healthcare Savings Accounts.
• Educational Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement).
• Ongoing training throughout your employment with opportunities to participate in professional and personal development programs.
• A strong focus on giving back to our communities through philanthropic opportunities.

Want to learn more? Visit us at Working at TTI, Inc.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

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