IT Security Analyst/Engineer - Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC)

Carnegie Mellon University

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Pittsburgh, PA Posted 4 days ago
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The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC) is hiring an Information Security Analyst/Engineer to join its small, streamlined security team in Pittsburgh. Reporting to the Principal Information Security Officer, this role involves working closely with PSC’s networking group to develop and implement network-based security tools and processes, while also documenting and tuning systems to enhance overall security posture. Key responsibilities include setting up and configuring security metrics, responding to incidents, and communicating complex security-related technologies to staff and users. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security and possesses knowledge of networking protocols, secure coding guidelines, cryptography, access control principles, and compliance with frameworks like NIST and HIPAA. This position plays a crucial role in advancing PSC’s mission across diverse scientific research areas such as AI/ML, medical imaging, and genomics.

Skills

NIST HIPAA FedRAMP SSL/TLS DNSSEC MFA Kerberos Cryptography Network Protocols Secure Coding Guidelines Cloud Security Access Control Principles Information Security Incident Response Security Metrics Logging EDR A/V Filesystem Integrity Monitoring Public Key Encryption SSH Vulnerability Assessment

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement network-based security tools and processes.
  • Document and tune systems to enhance PSC’s overall security posture.
  • Configure and review security metrics from events and logs.
  • Respond to information security incidents promptly and effectively.
  • Communicate complex security technologies and best practices to staff.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
  • Experience with networking protocols and secure coding guidelines.
  • Understanding of cryptography principles (symmetric & asymmetric).
  • Knowledge of access control methods and multi-factor authentication.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks like NIST, HIPAA, and FedRAMP.
  • Ability to communicate complex security concepts effectively in writing.

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About Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University is a leading private research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, internationally recognized for programs in computer science, engineering, business, the arts, and artificial intelligence. Industry: Higher Education & Research

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