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Senior Information Security Analyst Jobs in Des Moines, Iowa, USA at Pearson
Title: Senior Information Security Analyst
Company: Pearson
Location: Des Moines, Iowa, USA
Type: Full Time
Category: IT/Tech, Security
Description
Pearson VUE () is the global leader in computer-based testing for information technology, academic, government and professional testing programs around the world. Pearson VUE provides a full suite of services from test development to data management, and delivers exams through the world’s most comprehensive and secure network of test centers in more than 180 countries, where we validate the skills and knowledge of millions of individuals every year.
This position will be working collaboratively with Development, Advanced Technical Solutions, Global Business Solutions, Business Development, Global Business Assurance and Program Management. The Sr. Security Analyst provides internal subject matter expertise with regard to Pearson VUE security services and supports the operational execution of departmental strategies.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
(Listed in order of importance with estimated amount of time spent on each task)
60% Web Monitoring and Data Forensics
Serve as the first level escalation point for security related issues with assigned client.
Liaise with program management, other functional areas within Pearson, clients, external security consultants and investigative firms as needed.
Conduct web monitoring services for assigned client including online investigation and cyber intelligence gathering.
Produce/provide reporting to assigned client for web monitoring and data forensics.
Perform data forensics services for assigned client and conduct investigations related to data forensics.
Provide internal and external consulting with regard to our information security policies, standards and procedures.
30% Responding to client requests, video reviews, and candidate misconduct investigations
Respond to ad hoc client security requests in desired time frames.
Conduct investigations related to candidate misconduct incidents.
Review testing session videos in relation to candidate misconduct incident and produce reporting related to review.
Manage boilerplate library and ensure all security templates reflect Pearson VUE’s current practices and technology.
10% Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience in related fields.
5 years Investigations or data analysis experience.
Consulting, Big 4 or Public Accounting experience preferred.
Experience in a Computer-Based Testing industry preferred.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
Excellent written and verbalcommunication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to provide effective training andeducationto others.
Ability to systematically and creatively solve problems.
Results-orientedwith strong commitment to tasks.
Excellent time management and priority setting skills.
Attention to detailand quality oriented.
Ability to handle stressful situations.
Knowledgeable of practices and standards applied in the Computer-Based Testing.
Who we are:
At Pearson, ourpurposeis simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world’s lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action andEqual Opportunity Employerand a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The moreinclusivewe are, the better our work will be. All …
