Information Security Technical Analyst with Security +

Modis is looking for an Information Security Technical Analyst for an 8+ month contract on-site in the Providence area.  This individual will evaluate security events and logs from a number of computing platform and provide analysis and interpretation of the results. This individual will also work with team members to identify potential risks, suspicious activities, and policy violations to help mitigate and minimize security-related threats as required.  Responsibilities: Monitor security events on a daily basis for suspicious activities and identify potential security threats and violations. Respond to activities deemed to be improper or in violation of Information Security policies. Perform audits of user account provisioning for potential security threats and violations. Investigate, validate and help mitigate security alerts based on their priority. Provide status and trending reports on a regular basis. Assist with security events tuning working toward achieving reduction in “false positivesâ€�. Provide efficient, high quality support to ensure timely response, resolution, and escalation of security issues. Maintaining high level of confidentiality Successfully managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Communicate effectively with non-technical business owners helping them understand risk and security options.  Take initiative in finding solutions to difficult and/or sensitive problems. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent. 2-3 years of information security hands on technical experience. Ability to handle multiple priorities, make decisions and exercise sound judgment. Information security certification - CISSP or Security + desired.  Desired Technology knowledge: Windows XP, Vista workstation Windows 2000/2003 Server UnixLinux Microsoft Active Directory Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Job Reference Code: Info. Sec. Analyst Company: Modis, Inc. Status: Full Time, Temporary/Contract/Project, Employee Location: Providence, RI 02903 Job Category: IT/Software Development Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Work Experience: 2+ to 5 Years Education Level: Bachelor's Degree