Position Summary
The Information Security Analyst supports the Banks cybersecurity efforts by assisting in the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of security measures. This role is ideal for individuals with a foundational understanding of information security principles who are eager to grow in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Additionally, the Information Security Analyst will assist in the management and oversight of the Bank’s Vendor Management Program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned.)
1. Assist in monitoring network and system activity for potential security breaches or anomalies.
2. Help conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
3. Aid in the development and updating of information security, vendor management, incident response policies and procedures.
4. Assist in responding to and investigating security incidents and breaches.
5. Support user awareness training and phishing simulations.
6. Help manage access controls and user permissions.
7. Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity trends and threats.
8. Ensure information security plans, policies and practices are aligned with bank strategic plan, and roles are defined as they relate to IT services.
9. Oversee hardware and software controls to ensure adequate monitoring is in place and confirm bank patching and user configurations adhere to minimum acceptable standards.
10. Assists in the annual review of vendor provided Service Organization Control (SOC) reports
11. Assists in the implementation of bank security awareness and training programs. Present at least quarterly training topics for the organization. Coordinate with the Information Security Officer in the preparation of annual Information Security training for all employees.
12. Participates in industry collaborative efforts to monitor, share, and discuss emerging security threats; maintains advanced knowledge and awareness of financial industry technical status and trends.
13. Aids in the implementation of enterprise-wide Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning (BCP) including the establishment and validation of policies, risk assessment and procedures to restore business critical services of the Bank in the event of a disaster or event. Works closely with the IT Network/Infrastructure Director and Department Heads.
14. Assures audit compliance and procedure quality control through internal and external reviews; recommends and initiates corrective actions; ensures system resources are in compliance with established Bank policies, procedures and state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
15. Aids in audit and exam preparation including penetration testing.
16. Assists in the implementation of the Bank’s Vendor Management Program with regards to the review of initial and ongoing due diligence documentation .
17. Responds to inquiries or refers inquiries to the appropriate department or person and carries out the necessary follow through with customers and/or staff involved.
18. Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to applicable regulatory requirements.
19. Assures compliance with all Bank policies, procedures and processes, and all applicable state and federal banking laws, rules and regulations; adheres to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) responsibilities that are specific to the position.
20. May be required to test related SOC Controls.
Qualifications
· Associate’s degree or 3-5 years related experience and/or training. Work related experience should be in banking field. Information Security, Vendor Management, IT and Audit experience a plus.
· Advanced knowledge of Bank operations and lending products and services; related state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and other Bank operational policies and procedures.
· Mastered knowledge of related state and federal banking compliance regulations, and Bank accounting policies and procedures.
· Excellent organizational and time management skills
· Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions and instruct others, train personnel, read, analyze and interpret documents and professional journals, understand procedures, write reports, correspondence and procedures, speak clearly to customers and employees.
· Ability to deal with medium to complex problems and systems.
It is to be noted that this is not a remote position.
1st Community Bank opened its doors in Alice on February 7, 1983 under the name of First National Bank. In 1990, the Bank purchased La Hacienda Savings and Loan which had two branches, one in San Antonio and one in Corpus Christi. The San Antonio office was closed and the Corpus Christi office remained open under the name of First National Bank. In February 1990, the Bank was re-named 1st Community Bank, N.A. In 1995 a branch in Benavides, Texas was opened. Our Mortgage Division opened in 1996 and then yet another branch, which is located on Water Street in Downtown Corpus Christi, was added in 1998. 1st Community opened its 5th location in Kingsville in June 2000. In April of 2004, the decision was made to close the bank in Benavides and in June of 2004 a new bank was opened in Portland. The Alameda branch, the 7th location, was opened March 2007. The Island branch, the 8th location, was opened February 2008. In March 2014 the bank expanded into the Victoria, TX market. The Bank has seen continuous growth over the years, starting out at $32 million in assets in 1993 up to current $346 million today. The driving force behind 1st Community Bank’s success is the pride it takes in its employees. In November 1999 the Bank adopted an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, which means that the employees are actually buying stock in the Bank. With 78% eligible employee participation in the ESOP, customers can bank on the fact that the employees, who are now owners, will go that extra mile and that our customer’s needs are our 1st concern. Employee ownership is the driving force behind exceptional customer service and loyalty. We believe employee owned and operated is what sets us apart from the rest and gives a cutting edge in the banking industry. In June 2002, we converted from a National Bank to a State Charter. We have found that the Texas Department of Banking is uniquely designed to support our type of bank and our customers. Our motto is and will remain to be... We Make Banking Easy!