IT Security Analyst

IT Security Analyst – Squire Patton Boggs

Join our global team at Squire Patton Boggs, one of the world's strongest integrated legal practices, with over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents. We are seeking an IT Security Analyst to assess and improve our IT security efforts.

• Investigate known and/or suspected security events and related documentation.
• Identify security risks and improve mitigation controls aligning with ISO 27001 standard.
• Assist in response preparation for external security questionnaires.
• Function as a security technical advisor for Firm IT initiatives.
• Serve as project lead on select security projects.
• Author content for general security awareness training.
• Participate in IT privacy and compliance efforts.
• Refine security incident detection practices.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging security products and technologies.
• Identify, investigate and resolve security issues.

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or a minimum of three to five years of direct experience in lieu of degree.
• Prior experience in SIEM, alerting, incident detection, and response preferred. Experience with compliance standards and security best practices (ISO 27001, HIPAA, NIST, DISA, STIGs, and/or PCI) is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize work and work calmly under (perhaps) stressful conditions.
• Excellent verbal communication over telephone and the ability to work through others in a remote location.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 per year, depending on skills and experience. We offer excellent benefits, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work in a professional, collaborative work environment.

Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Information Technology

Law Practice

Location:

Houston, TX