Cyber Security Specialist

Intermountain Farmers Association (IFA) is a regional farm supply co-op with diverse operations including feed production, agronomy services, and retail stores throughout the intermountain west. We are currently seeking a qualified entry level individual to fill the position of Cyber Security Specialist at the corporate office in Salt Lake City, Utah. Summary: The Cyber Security Specialist is responsible for discovering vulnerabilities and risks in networks, software systems and data centers with ongoing vulnerability scans, monitoring network data, and ensuring hardware and software applications are updated as well as developing policies and procedures to protect against future attacks. Responsibilities: Safeguards information system assets by identifying and solving potential and actual security problems. Protects system by defining access privileges, control structures, and resources. Recognizes problems by identifying abnormalities; reporting violations. Implements security improvements by assessing current situation; evaluating trends; anticipating requirements. Determines security violations and inefficiencies by conducting periodic audits. Upgrades system by implementing and maintaining security controls. Keeps users informed by preparing performance reports; communicating system status. Maintains quality service by following organization standards. Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing publications. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Qualification/Skills: System administration Network security Problem solving Information security policies On-call network troubleshooting Firewall administration Network protocols Routers, hubs, and switches Informing others Process improvement Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience 2+ years of prior information systems experience Advanced certifications such as SANS GIAC/GCIA/GCIH, CISSP or CASP and/or SIEM-specific training and certification Hold baseline certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) at start date Advanced understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth and common security elements. Hands-on experience analyzing high volumes of logs, network data (e.g. Netflow, FPC), and other attack artifacts in support of incident investigations Experience with vulnerability scanning solutions Familiarity with the Information Assurance Vulnerability Management program. Experience with any of the following: Anti-Virus, EDR, XDR, HIPS, ID/PS, EDM and IDM DLP, Full Packet Capture, Host-Based Forensics, Network Forensics, and RSA Security Basic knowledge of architecture, engineering, and operations of at least one SIEM platform (e.g. Wazuh, Nitro/McAfee Enterprise Security Manager, ArcSight, QRadar, LogLogic, Splunk) Experience developing and deploying signatures (e.g. YARA, Snort, Suricata, HIPS) Understanding of mobile technology and OS (i.e. Android, iOS, Windows), VMware technology, and Unix and basic Unix commands Benefits: IFA offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, vision reimbursement plan, generous 401K matching, life insurance, long-term disability, vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, employee discounts, as well many other incredible benefits Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications IFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer