University of Utah
Information Security Analysts
🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, UT
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $44K - $110K
💻 Cybersecurity
🗓️ November 5th, 2025
SIEM
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Utah is hiring an Information Security Analyst, working under the title Security Monitoring Specialist. The role involves monitoring real-time security across HPC systems, detecting threats, investigating incidents, and collaborating with security teams to maintain research environment integrity.
Highlights
- Monitor SIEM dashboards and alerts for suspicious activities within HPC infrastructure.
- Tune and optimize SIEM rules to reduce false positives and improve detection.
- Investigate and escalate security incidents in coordination with security teams.
- Perform log analysis and threat hunting using HPC and enterprise data sources.
- Collaborate with CHPC and University Information Security Office to enhance monitoring and response.
- Document incident response actions and participate in post-incident reviews.
- Familiarity with SIEM platforms such as Wazuh, Splunk, Sentinel, or QRadar is required.
- Understanding of network protocols, system logs, and threat indicators essential.
- Preferred certifications include Security+, ISC2 CC, CompTIA CySA+, and GCIA.
- Position is full-time with pay range from $43,796 to $110,000, requiring 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Information Security Analysts Full Description
Information Security Analysts
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Announcement
Details
Open Date | 10/17/2025
Requisition Number | PRN43353B
Job Title | Information Security Analysts
Working Title | Security Monitoring Specialist
Career Progression Track | P00
Track Level | P3 - Career, P2 - Developing
FLSA Code | Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No
Standard Hours per Week | 40
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time
Shift | Day
Work Schedule Summary | Monday through Friday, typically 8am-5pm
VP Area | Academic Affairs
Department | 00640 - CHPC Ctr for High Perform Computing
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | External Posting
Pay Rate Range | 43796.00 to 110000.00
Close Date | 01/17/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) |
Job Summary | CHPC is seeking a Security Monitoring Specialist to oversee real-time security monitoring and threat detection across its HPC infrastructure. This role is essential for identifying and responding to potential security incidents and ensuring the integrity of regulated research environments. This role is part of a small, embedded security & compliance team with opportunities for cross training and skill growth.
Responsibilities | Monitor SIEM dashboards and alerts for suspicious activity across HPC systems. Tune and optimize SIEM rules and detection logic to reduce false positives. Investigate and escalate security incidents in coordination with the CHPC security team and the University Information Security Office. Perform log analysis and threat hunting using HPC and enterprise data sources. Collaborate with the CHPC and ISO security teams to improve monitoring and incident response processes. Document incident response actions and contribute to post-incident reviews.
Minimum Qualifications | Minimum Qualifications Familiarity with SIEM platforms (e.g., Wazuh, Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar). Understanding of network protocols, system logs, and threat indicators. Strong analytical and communication skills. Ability to work independently.
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Equivalency Statement: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years directly related work experience).
Security Monitoring Specialist, II : Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Job Code P34212
Security Monitoring Specialist, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Job Code P34213
Preferences | Certifications such as Security+, ISC2 CC, CompTIA CySA+, GCIA. Experience in academic or research computing environments. Exposure to SOAR tools and automated response workflows.
Type | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Additional Information |
Requisition Number | PRN43353B
Job Title | Information Security Analysts
Working Title | Security Monitoring Specialist
Career Progression Track | P00
Track Level | P3 - Career, P2 - Developing
FLSA Code | Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No
Standard Hours per Week | 40
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time
Shift | Day
Work Schedule Summary | Monday through Friday, typically 8am-5pm
VP Area | Academic Affairs
Department | 00640 - CHPC Ctr for High Perform Computing
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | External Posting
Pay Rate Range | 43796.00 to 110000.00
Close Date | 01/17/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) |
Job Summary | CHPC is seeking a Security Monitoring Specialist to oversee real-time security monitoring and threat detection across its HPC infrastructure. This role is essential for identifying and responding to potential security incidents and ensuring the integrity of regulated research environments. This role is part of a small, embedded security & compliance team with opportunities for cross training and skill growth.
Responsibilities | Monitor SIEM dashboards and alerts for suspicious activity across HPC systems. Tune and optimize SIEM rules and detection logic to reduce false positives. Investigate and escalate security incidents in coordination with the CHPC security team and the University Information Security Office. Perform log analysis and threat hunting using HPC and enterprise data sources. Collaborate with the CHPC and ISO security teams to improve monitoring and incident response processes. Document incident response actions and contribute to post-incident reviews.
Minimum Qualifications | Minimum Qualifications Familiarity with SIEM platforms (e.g., Wazuh, Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar). Understanding of network protocols, system logs, and threat indicators. Strong analytical and communication skills. Ability to work independently.
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Equivalency Statement: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years directly related work experience).
Security Monitoring Specialist, II : Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Job Code P34212
Security Monitoring Specialist, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Job Code P34213
Preferences | Certifications such as Security+, ISC2 CC, CompTIA CySA+, GCIA. Experience in academic or research computing environments. Exposure to SOAR tools and automated response workflows.
Type | Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Additional Information |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- * How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 9 years
- 9 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 15 years
- 15 years or more
- * Do you have a bachelor's degree or equivalent (1 year related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- Yes
- No
- * I have dual citizenship with the United States and another country. ** It is anticipated that this position will involve access to federally funded research that is subject to federal sponsorship regulatory restrictions (e.g. certain export control, data security, acquisition regulations, or federal contract clauses) that mandate U.S. citizen participation only.
- Yes
- No
- * I am a U.S. citizen ** It is anticipated that this position will involve access to federally funded research that is subject to federal sponsorship regulatory restrictions (e.g. certain export control, data security, acquisition regulations, or federal contract clauses) that mandate U.S. citizen participation only.
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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