Job Description

Position Type : Full Time

Education Level : Bachelor's Degree

Salary Range : Undisclosed

Job Category : Information Technology

Description

The Information Security Administrator functions include day-to-day operations of the in-place security solutions (Firewalls, system security, Remote Access, etc.) and the identification, investigation, and resolution of security incidents detected by those systems. Secondary tasks may include the development and/or implementation of security solutions, which fit into the security architecture. The Information Security Administrator requires awareness of the enterprise's security goals as established by stated policies, procedures and guidelines and actively work towards upholding those goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the implementation of enterprise security architecture.
• Participate in the creation of enterprise security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines and procedures).
• Participate in the planning and design of an enterprise Business Continuity Plan and Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Maintain up-to-date and detailed knowledge of the IT security industry.
• Assist in the deployment, integration, and initial configuration of new security solutions and enhancements to existing security solutions.
• Assist in maintaining up-to-date baselines for the secure configuration and operation of all in-place devices, whether under Information Security control (i.e., security tools) or other asset owners (i.e., workstations, servers, network devices, etc.).
• Assist with operational configurations of all in-place security solutions as per the established procedures.
• Monitor all in-place security solutions for efficient and appropriate operations.
• Review logs and reports of all in-place devices, whether under Information Security control (i.e., security tools) or other asset owners (i.e., workstations, servers, network devices, etc.).
• Participate in investigations into problematic activity.
• Provide on-call support for end users for all in-place security solutions.
• Monitor security system events, and analyze potential threats and vulnerabilities on networks.
• Assist in the analysis of network traffic and alerts to assess, prioritize and differentiate between potential intrusion attempts and false alarms.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Document and reports on specific duties, activities, problems solved, and issues resolved.
• Perform additional duties and assignments as requested.
• Work outside the standard office 8-hour workday may be required with on-call availability.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Experience:

• Experience in network and/or security administration

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of IPS/IDS, packet/traffic analysis and related tools
• Knowledge of information security principles and practices to include, but not limited to, the following areas: Vulnerability Scanning; Security Information and Event Management; Next Generation Firewalls; Network Intrusion; Host Based Security; SIEM; Data Loss Prevention; Malware Prevention
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, Microsoft operating systems, and networks
• Knowledge of firewall configuration and maintenance
• Ability to deliver reporting on and providing fixes to identified vulnerabilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly responsive with an ability to handle escalations quickly and professionally
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Interpret and apply laws, regulations and policies
• Work for extended time at keyboard/terminal
• Maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and coworkers
• Availability to respond to emergency situations

Paycom is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Paycom makes employment decisions on the basis of business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications and merit. Paycom wants to have the best available people in every job. Therefore, Paycom does not permit its employees to harass, discriminate or retaliate against other employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, military and veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic, reproductive health decisions, family or parental status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation benefits, and separation of employment. The Human Resources Department has overall responsibility for this policy and maintains reporting and monitoring procedures. Any questions or concerns should be referred to the Human Resources Department. ****To learn more about Paycom's affirmative action policy, equal employment opportunity, or to request an accommodation - Click on the link to find more information: paycom.com/careers/eeoc

About the company

Paycom Software, Inc., known simply as Paycom, is an American online payroll and human resource technology provider based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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