Security Analyst

Computer World Services

Security Analyst/Data Security Specialist at Computer World Services supporting information security programs and enhancing security infrastructure while resolving data security issues.

Posted 5/7/2026full-timeMorrisville • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Firewalls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of the organization's information security programs.
Maintain and enhance the security infrastructure, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, log aggregation, and file integrity monitoring systems.
Address potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Investigate and resolve data security issues by working closely with teams.
Administer and manage firewall systems, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), log aggregation systems, web traffic filtering appliances, and file integrity monitoring applications.
Design, implement, and monitor security measures for LAN/WAN environments to safeguard information systems.
Monitor systems for potential threats and respond promptly to security incidents.
Facilitate the identification of current security infrastructure and define requirements for future programs.
Collaborate with teams to implement encryption techniques and deploy security tools effectively.
Document security incidents, system configurations, and process changes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Management, or Engineering.
5-7 years of experience in information security, network security, or related fields.
Proficient in administering firewall systems, IDS/IPS, and DLP solutions.
Strong understanding of communication protocols, encryption techniques, and security tools.
Familiarity with log aggregation systems, web traffic filtering appliances, and file integrity monitoring applications.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team and adapt to rapidly changing security landscapes.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, or CEH.
Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms and advanced threat detection tools.
Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls.
Applicants must be eligible to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential hybrid work available for this position.

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Hard Skills & Tools

information securitynetwork securityfirewall systemsIDS/IPSDLP solutionsencryption techniqueslog aggregation systemsweb traffic filtering appliancesfile integrity monitoring applicationsSIEM platforms

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsverbal communicationwritten communicationcollaborationadaptability

Certifications

CISSPCISMCompTIA Security+CEH