DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, implement, and maintain security strategies, platforms, and overall security architecture.
Design, implement, administer, and continuously improve enterprise security technologies and controls.
Serve as a security subject matter expert for the organization and third-party vendors.
Design and administer identity and access management controls, including authentication, authorization, access governance, and privileged access management processes.
Support security architecture reviews and risk assessments for cloud platforms, software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions, and third-party technologies.
Partner with application owners and technology teams to integrate security requirements into software acquisition, development, and implementation processes.
Configure and monitor security information and event management (SIEM) platforms.
Perform vulnerability scans, risk analyses, and security assessments, and lead remediation efforts.
Evaluate emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation platforms, and help develop appropriate security controls and governance practices.
Support information protection, data classification, data retention, and security governance initiatives.
Define, measure, and report on security metrics and performance indicators.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to security analysts and other IT teammates.
Conduct research and remain current on emerging security threats, trends, vulnerabilities, and best practices.
Participate in incident response, threat investigations, and remediation activities while partnering with security operations personnel to improve detection and response capabilities.
Evaluate new technologies and processes that enhance security capabilities and operational effectiveness.
Design and maintain controls that support data protection, information governance, encryption, and secure data-handling practices.
Analyze existing security controls and recommend improvements to strengthen WWP’s security posture.
Participate in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of technology solutions.
Prepare and maintain security documentation, including policies, procedures, standards, and training materials.
Attend and actively participate in required training and/or meetings, including but not limited to New Teammate Orientation, WWP Cares, ASIST Suicide Prevention training, Leadership training, culture/team based training, or departmental huddles.
Other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Strong knowledge of identity management, access controls, permissions, privileges, encryption, web security, intrusion prevention, and data loss prevention technologies.
Knowledge of identity and access management principles, cloud security concepts and architectures, application security practices, and security governance, risk management, and compliance concepts.
Understanding of data protection and data lifecycle management concepts.
Ability to evaluate the security implications of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation solutions.
Proven ability to work effectively with teammates, business partners, vendors, and other stakeholders to accomplish objectives and resolve security-related issues.
Skill in developing clear technical documentation and security training materials.
Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify, assess, and resolve complex security issues.
Strong configuration, implementation, and solution-design skills.
Self-motivated and able to take initiative and drive projects to completion in a project-based environment.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to independently manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when working with sensitive information and security-related matters.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with individuals of diverse backgrounds and technical skill levels.
Ability to influence others and build consensus without direct authority.
Independent thinker with strong critical-thinking and analytical capabilities.
Team-oriented with a desire to collaborate and engage with others in day-to-day activities.
Commitment to fostering a positive work environment and supporting team and organizational success.
Unequivocal commitment to the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.
Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.
EXPERIENCE
Requirements
Five years of experience working in information security.
Three years of experience designing, implementing, or administering enterprise security technologies and controls.
Experience with identity and access management, security architecture, data protection, cloud security, application security, or related security disciplines.
Experience performing security assessments, risk analyses, vulnerability management, and security control implementation.
Experience partnering with technical and business stakeholders to implement security improvements and best practices.
Preferences
Experience supporting cloud-first environments.
Experience supporting Microsoft-based security ecosystems or comparable enterprise security platforms.
Experience with identity governance, data protection, security operations, or security monitoring technologies.
Experience supporting security governance or compliance initiatives
EDUCATION
Requirements
Bachelors’ degree in computer science, information systems, or related field. Equivalent combination of applicable education, training, certification, and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Preferences
None.
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE
Requirements
None.
Preferences
Information Security Certifications (CISSP, CISM, Security+, SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-500).
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
General office environment; temperature controlled.
Sitting for extended periods.
Up to 25% travel.
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