Job Description

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

What you can expect as a Network Security Specalist at West Star Aviation:

This salaried position will oversee the company computer network for security threats and/or unauthorized users. Responsible for protecting and improving the network environment.

This position requires knowledge of all aspects of technology management focusing on security to meet the needs of the company. Will be required to work independently and lead company projects.

Expected working hours are Monday – Friday during regular business hours.

You Will Be ESSENTIAL To Many FUNCTIONS Including

Analyzes network security needs for the organization.
Evaluate and identify malicious network activity using in-house and third-party support (Arctic Wolf, Sentinel One, DUO, Umbrella, etc.).
Identifies and recommends security tools and technology to strengthen company’s security posture.
Conduct threat and vulnerability assessments and deliver general risk and compliance practices.
Maintains knowledge of the latest security threats and makes recommendations to secure company assets, intellectual property, and data.
Create, maintain, modify and make recommendations on all company security policies and technical documents.
Lead all security initiates including tabletop exercises, PEN tests, and management security roundtable discussions.
Along with security related job duties this position will also need to facilitate a technical support role, ensuring effective and helpful support is provided to end users for all company technology. Regular regional site visits may be necessary to facilitate this role.
Performs other duties as assigned.

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Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

8+ years prior experience in IT.

Experience and or knowledge related to security.

Experience and in-depth knowledge of network protocols, routing, and switching.

Initiative

Self-motivated and able to maintain a rapid pace.

Able to process work with minimum supervision.

Ability to lead and provide incentive to team members.

Able to develop ideas and solve problems.

Responsibility

Must perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.

Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.

Maintain customer-oriented work habits.

Direct the work and flow of multiple projects.

Contacts

Work with other Executives, Site/Department Managers, IT staff on multiple projects in a cooperative manner along with technology partners and technology vendors.

Physical Requirements

Able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Routine walking with occasional bending.

Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.

Significant computer operations.

Mental Requirements

Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.

Ability to evaluate personnel or process situations.

Ability to work with others in a professional manner.

Ability to coordinate projects.

Extensive team management skills.

Extensive customer contact skills.

Supervision

Will work with minimal supervision of the IT Manager.

Working Conditions

Work will primarily be performed remotely unless needed onsite, some travel may be required.

Equipment Used

Personal computer operating with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, Mac OS, scheduling programs, IP Telephones, Tablets, cellular devices and other office equipment. Servers running VMWare, Cisco switches and firewalls.

West Star Aviation, LLC

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