What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Security Analyst Associate position at Inside Higher Ed?
Posting Number:
S15222P
Working Title:
IT Security Analyst Associate
Department:
EITS-University Info Security
About The University Of Georgia:
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
College/Unit/Department Website:
eits.uga.edu
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan:
TRS
Employment Type:
Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Additional Schedule Information:
8am – 5pm; Monday – Friday
Advertised Salary:
Up to 58,000
Posting Date:
05/29/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Proposed Starting Date:
07/01/2026
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement:
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement:
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Classification Title:
IT Security Technician II
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
FTE:
1.00
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
3 – 5 years of IT experience; familiarity with networking principles
Position Summary:
Monitor UGA network for unauthorized traffic and/or vulnerabilities using a variety of network-based and server-based tools. Work with UGA clients to remedy network vulnerabilities and to secure network segments. Write and maintain scripts in PHP or Python to automate portions of these functions.
Respond to UGA IT security incidents. Contain any such incidents, be able to identify the scope of an incident, and work with UGA clients to solve any security problems and secure their network.
Install, configure, and maintain security tools on Linux systems and Windows systems.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies:
No
Is this a Position of Trust?:
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
No
Does this position require a P-Card? :
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
No
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications):
Yes
Credit And P-Card Policy:
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy:
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities:
IT Security Configuration and Monitoring
45
Duties/Responsibilities:
Incident Response
30
Duties/Responsibilities:
Maintain Security Tools
20
Duties/Responsibilities:
Security Awareness Training and Education
5
Contact Details:
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name:
Chris Workman
Recruitment Contact Email:
cworkman@uga.edu
S15222P
Working Title:
IT Security Analyst Associate
Department:
EITS-University Info Security
About The University Of Georgia:
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
College/Unit/Department Website:
eits.uga.edu
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan:
TRS
Employment Type:
Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Additional Schedule Information:
8am – 5pm; Monday – Friday
Advertised Salary:
Up to 58,000
Posting Date:
05/29/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Proposed Starting Date:
07/01/2026
Special Instructions To Applicants:
- Please provide name and contact information of three professional references
- This is a full-time, on-site position
- This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement:
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement:
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Classification Title:
IT Security Technician II
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
FTE:
1.00
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
3 – 5 years of IT experience; familiarity with networking principles
Position Summary:
Monitor UGA network for unauthorized traffic and/or vulnerabilities using a variety of network-based and server-based tools. Work with UGA clients to remedy network vulnerabilities and to secure network segments. Write and maintain scripts in PHP or Python to automate portions of these functions.
Respond to UGA IT security incidents. Contain any such incidents, be able to identify the scope of an incident, and work with UGA clients to solve any security problems and secure their network.
Install, configure, and maintain security tools on Linux systems and Windows systems.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies:
- Experience with security equipment (firewall, IPS, IDS, SIEM)
- Networking
- Linux
- PHP, Python, or equivalent
- Customer service skills
- Occasional moving of computers.
No
Is this a Position of Trust?:
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
No
Does this position require a P-Card? :
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
No
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications):
Yes
Credit And P-Card Policy:
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy:
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities:
IT Security Configuration and Monitoring
- Monitor UGA network for unauthorized traffic, vulnerabilities, and sensitive data stores and transmissions.
- Work with UGA clients to remedy network vulnerabilities, secure network segments, and remove sensitive data.
- Consult with victim departments IT support staff to assess scope of incident and extent of vulnerability then advises on future steps to take to reduce security risk.
- Participate in data collection and forensic examination of compromised machines.
- Write and maintain scripts in PHP or Python to automate portions of these functions.
- Provide emergency response for critical systems and applications (including firewalls and IPSes).
- Monitor security alarms in SIEM.
45
Duties/Responsibilities:
Incident Response
- Respond and assess incidents involving security compromises, possible violations of state and federal laws and leaks that threaten the University system.
- Contain any such incidents, be able to identify the scope of an incident, and work with UGA clients to solve any security problems and secure their network.
- Verify, research, and coordinate responses to email received through abuse@uga.edu or directly through Remedy system.
- Respond to DMCA claims, Open Records requests, and other security-related requests.
- Monitor abuse queue.
30
Duties/Responsibilities:
Maintain Security Tools
- Install, configure, and maintain security tools on Linux systems and Windows systems.
- Modify policies in firewalls and other network-based security tools.
- Manage provisioning of DNS addresses.
20
Duties/Responsibilities:
Security Awareness Training and Education
- Provide security training to faculty, staff, and students of UGA.
- Assist in organizing lectures, Q&A sessions and other campus outreach training.* Use security tools to help conduct vulnerability assessments for clients.
5
Contact Details:
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name:
Chris Workman
Recruitment Contact Email:
cworkman@uga.edu