Vulnerability Management Analyst

About the Job At the University of Minnesota, we are dedicated to changing life through education, research, and outreach. The University Information Security department (UIS) offers an environment of trust, collaboration, and mission-focused work. We seek an individual who will be responsible for providing guidance and support to the broader University IT community in detecting and addressing security vulnerabilities. This position will manage University vulnerability management tools and provide risk-based prioritization and consultative support to IT staff detecting and remediating security vulnerabilities to maintain compliance within information security policy. Job Responsibilities Support and maintain the University-wide vulnerability management program. Develop and manage remediation activities by ensuring departments mitigate vulnerabilities in a timely manner based on risk. Help define vulnerability analysis, resolution strategy, and provide input to mitigation proposals. Initiate scans and other testing mechanisms as needed. Analyze root causes and propose feasible technical solutions to manage exposure to vulnerabilities. Primary responsibility for administering vulnerability management tools. Prioritize and design various vulnerability management tool functions and features. Develop metrics to measure the effectiveness of the vulnerability management program and mitigation strategies. Evaluate and implement technical options for enhanced visibility and decision-making by stakeholders at multiple levels. Interface, influence, and engage the University’s IT community to promote vulnerability management across various levels of the organization. Provide guidance to comply with University policy and other relevant frameworks. Document, manage, and perform auditable procedures. Maintain strong knowledge of vulnerability management best practices and familiarity with relevant frameworks (CVSS, OWASP Top 10). Escalate security issues where appropriate. Location Requirements *The University of Minnesota is committed to fostering local talent through employment opportunities. While this position utilizes a predominantly remote work modality, prospective applicants must be located either in the state of Minnesota or near the Wisconsin border or otherwise open to relocation. *Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or GreenCard sponsorship. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant work experience. Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following: Vulnerability Management Systems Administration Coding/scripting experience (e.g. python, powershell). Experience with deployment, maintenance and use of vulnerability scanning and testing tools (Rapid7, Tenable, Qualys or others). Experience collaborating with diverse teams. Current technical knowledge and understanding of threats, emerging threats, and vulnerabilities. Ability to aggregate and analyze data and provide summaries of the data. Preferred Qualifications Understanding of vulnerability management analytical best practices and familiarity with relevant frameworks (CVSS, OWASP Top10). Experience with vulnerability management governance structures in a large/decentralized organization. Knowledge or experience with relevant information security and regulatory frameworks such as CIS, PCI, HIPAA, NIST, CMMC. One or more relevant security related certifications (e.g. GSEC, Security+). Demonstrated ability to manage projects and/or programs, including prioritization of efforts. Demonstrated process improvement and/or process design experience, including supporting technical documentation. Excellent communication (oral, written, presentation), interpersonal, and consultative skills. Benefits University paid contribution (10% of your salary) to your retirement account - vested immediately. 22 paid vacation days per year, in addition to sick leave and 12 paid holidays. Reduced tuition opportunities covering 75% - 100% of eligible tuition. Excellent and affordable health care benefits (2023 Enrollment Guide). Wellbeing program with opportunity to earn lower health care rates. Free disability insurance and employer-paid life insurance. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity. Financial counseling services. Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost. Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area. Annual merit increase program. Compensation Pay Range: $85,000 - $95,000, depending on education/qualifications/experience. Time Appointment: 100% appointment. Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff. Equal Opportunity Employment The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr