Career Opportunities: Associate, Identity Security Analyst (35478)

Job Summary

Unlock the Power of Identity Security at Purdue
Are you ready to safeguard digital identities and shape the future of access management? Join our dynamic team as an Associate Identity Security Analyst and make a lasting impact on the Purdue University system.

Your Mission
As a key member of the Identity and Access Management Office, you'll be at the forefront of protecting and empowering over 70,000 students, faculty, and staff across three vibrant campuses. Your expertise will ensure seamless and secure access to critical systems, fostering a thriving academic environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide tier 2 support, resolving complex identity and access incidents
• Manage service requests using cutting-edge IT Service Management tools
• Grant and remove access across enterprise systems like Active Directory, O365, and ERPs
• Collaborate on projects to enhance security and streamline access processes
• Conduct audits to maintain the integrity of our digital environment

Your Impact
Your work will directly contribute to the safeguarding sensitive information for 50,000+ students and 20,000 faculty/staff. You will be ensuring smooth operations across Purdue's expansive multi-campus system as well as advancing the university's mission through secure, efficient access management.

Ideal Qualities

• Passion for cybersecurity and identity management
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication abilities for top-notch Information Technology customer service
• Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Perks
This is a REMOTE position
Be part of a cutting-edge team serving the entire Purdue system
Continuous learning and growth in a rapidly evolving field
Join us in shaping the future of identity security in higher education.

Apply now and become an integral part of Purdue's digital transformation journey!

About Us:

Purdue Information Technology is the central information technology organization serving students, faculty and staff at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Purdue Fort Wayne, Purdue Northwest, Purdue Indianapolis and Purdue Global. Purdue IT is responsible for major operational systems, the campus wired network and one of the world’s largest wireless networks. It also supports dozens of student computing labs as well as tens of thousands of desktop computers in classrooms, research laboratories and offices, and numerous petabytes of storage for business, educational and personal use across the Purdue University system.

In addition to supporting major academic systems, such as the Brightspace course management system, Purdue IT tests, implements and develops innovative learning and classroom technologies, along with big data analytics systems to make prime use of University data to improve learning and Purdue’s operations through data-backed methodologies. Purdue IT also supports an advanced research cyberinfrastructure across campus that includes multiple shared, TOP500-class supercomputing clusters for intensive computational needs; a state-of-the-art, multi-tiered research data storage array; and high-speed networks linking campus labs and computing resources and connecting the campus to national resources.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience Needed:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or related field 
• One (1) year of experience with Information Technology customer service and IT troubleshooting/problem solving, configuration/permission/access management administration, or IT Security
• Knowledge of an ITSM system such as Service Now, TeamDynamix, etc.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted

Preferred: 

• Experience working with identity management concepts such as authoritative sources, identity attributes, access control models, access provisioning and deprovisioning
• Interacting with the management of accounts and/or groups in Active Directory and/or other LDAP directories or access management systems
• Higher Education experience

Skills Needed:

• Knowledge of permission/access management and associated tools
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Analytical, problem solving, critical thinking, decision making, and customer service ‎skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly self-motivated and directed
• Ability to:
  • communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences 
  • effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility:  Defined Contribution Waiting Period   
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
   

Career Stream

Professional 1

• Pay Band S060
• Job Code #20002251

Career pathmaker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/
 

Who We Are:

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

EOE / AA

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.