Senior IT Security Analyst

Senior IT Security Analyst

Company: Western Governors University

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Category: Software Engineer/Programmer

Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Full time

Job Number: JR-024581

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that future-consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Grade: Technical 409 Pay Range: $127,700.00 - $191,500.00

Job Description

The Senior IT Security Analyst uses their knowledge of current security methods and standards to gather operational information and assess and analyst tools, systems, and processes in defense of applications, systems, and networks and collaborate with Infrastructure and business teams. The Senior IT Security Analyst is a lead support role for the IT Security team. They will provide mentorship, administrative service and support for monitoring systems, security breaches, providing investigative analysis and supporting incident response plans, security awareness, risk assessments, document review, vendor risk, vulnerability management and threat hunting. They will also engage in the support of other security focused tools and services and other duties as assigned. In addition, they may be asked to assist with risk assessments, forensics analysis, data collection, user training and other security related tasks.

• Western Governors University is committed to expanding access to high-quality education, and security plays a critical role in protecting our students, systems, and mission. As a Senior Information Security Analyst, you will apply advanced security expertise to strengthen our defenses, guide teams across the University, and help safeguard the digital environment that supports our learners and colleagues.

What You'll Do

• Analyze projects, systems, and processes to identify current and emerging security threats and recommend solutions.
• Consult with business units on security best practices from ideation through retirement of systems and applications.
• Lead and coordinate remediation efforts across multiple security domains.
• Integrate security lifecycle practices with development and project teams.
• Mentor security, technology, and development staff to elevate security awareness and implementation.
• Design, build, and maintain security standards, tools, and processes.
• Evaluate, test, and implement security-focused products and services.

What You'll Bring

• CISSP certification or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• 5 or more years of Information Security experience.
• Experience across multiple security domains.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across the organization.
• Experience aligning and managing customer and stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to work effectively in conceptual design and hands-on implementation environments.

Bonus Points

• Experience integrating and automating security tools.
• Familiarity with cloud security practices and modern DevSecOps methodologies.
• Experience supporting secure CI/CD environments.

Experience in Lieu of Education

Relevant experience performing essential job functions may substitute year-for-year for educational requirements at the hiring manager's discretion.

What to Expect

At WGU, our mission drives everything we do, including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations, practical problem-solving, and authentic collaboration.

We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission. If selected, you'll hear from a recruiter or hiring leader who will guide you through the process.

Interview Steps

• Introductory call with the Talent Partner
• Interview with the hiring leader
• Technical interview with a senior team member

Work Location

This is a full-time, in-office position at WGU's office in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Visa Sponsorship

While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.

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