Are you inquisitive? Do you enjoy investigating the cause of a problem? If so, Modern Woodmen of America needs an Information Security Analyst I to protect our information assets. You would investigate, analyze, and respond to security incidents using a variety of security tools to detect and respond to threats. This includes conducting vulnerability, security configuration, and penetration testing assessments of systems and networks.
Modern Woodmen of America is the nation’s third largest fraternal benefit society with assets over $17B. Fraternal benefit societies are unique membership organizations with peculiar names that pair the “member owned” characteristic of a mutual insurance company with the “social mission” characteristic of a service organization. They unite individuals with common bonds, provide a variety of life insurance and investment products, and form one of the nation’s most effective volunteer networks.
Responsibilities:
- Protects Modern Woodmen information assets including information processing platforms by the enforcement of Information Security policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Assist in assuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws and/or regulations.
- Documents security incidents to be reviewed and/or investigated by Information Security Managers or Administrators.
- Daily monitoring of multiple information security systems and/or responds to alerts in pursuit of resolution of security violations or threats.
- Ensures compliance with security standards, policies and procedures by all areas of the organization. Responsible for reporting non-adherence and material nonconformity to standards and policies to supervisor or manager.
- Participates in the development of information security policies and procedures.
- Assists in the development of an education program that promotes security planning, awareness, and training throughout the organization.
- Works collaboratively with IT staff to ensure optimal data security functionality.
- Provides input into preparation of project plans and maintains knowledge of standard implementation methodology.
- Participates in status meetings and conference calls as needed for assigned projects.
- Performs Risk Assessments and user access control assignments for assigned information systems.
- Identifies priorities, assesses security issues and takes appropriate corrective action(s); collaborating with other team members in detecting and solving security problems and determining the security impacts and control measure weaknesses.
- Identifies trends and risks to current security environment and when necessary, documents risks and exposures, as well as any recommended corrective action(s).
What we need:
- Associate degree related to Information Security or Information Technology.
- 1-2 years’ experience within an Information Technology position preferred.
- Understand information processing technology and basic knowledge of information and security administration concepts.
- Stay current with latest information security threats, exploits, trends, and intelligence.
- Communicate effectively, creating and maintaining strong working relationships.
- Effective planning and organizational skills, including handle multiple projects simultaneously.
What we offer:
- Pay: The hourly pay for this position is $27.00. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.
- Work Arrangements: This is a full-time hybrid position: 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day), Monday- Friday, with flexible start time between 7:00AM-9:00AM. Hybrid positions work at least 3 days in office and the remaining days each week working from home. Employees beginning to work in a new hybrid role will be asked to work on-site (5 days a week) during the initial training period which may be up to 1 year.
- Stability: Modern Woodmen has been Modern Since 1883SM and exists for our members. We make long-term decisions that provide stability to our employees, financial representatives, and members.
- Respect for Personal Time: We offer vacation, sick leave and 11 paid holidays. We value your time outside of work and offer careers that blend work and life well.
- Professional Growth: Benefit from our commitment to employee development which includes educational offerings to enhance your knowledge of our industry.
- Great Culture: We build strong working relationships across our organization through collaborative work and volunteer opportunities.
- A Beautiful Office: Enjoy a beautiful view! Our home office, located in downtown Rock Island, IL, has a lovely plaza overlooking the Mississippi River.
- On-site café: Our employees can purchase a variety of breakfast, lunch, and beverage options at Café 1883.
- A Thriving Local Community: Not from the Quad Cities and hesitant to consider relocation? Give it some thought. The Quad Cities offers an idyllic Midwestern lifestyle along the mighty Mississippi and consistently ranks at the top of the list for quality of life and cost of living. It’s home to more than our share of artists, festivals, and fun in every season.
- Exceptional Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and financial well-being. Benefits include:
- Company-paid retirement plan
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Medical, Dental, Prescription drug Insurance. We pay 100% of employee health insurance premium and 50% of employee dependents’ premiums.
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability.
- Voluntary benefits: Vision, Flexible Savings Accounts, Accident Insurance
Modern Woodmen is an equal opportunity employer. Modern Woodmen is committed to providing a respectful environment where each person’s diverse opinions, attitudes, attributes, and feelings are respected.