Security Analyst

About the role

The IT Security Analyst monitors and advises on information security issues related to the systems and workflow at an agency to ensure the internal IT security controls for an agency are appropriate and operating as intended. Coordinates and executes IT security related projects for the agency. Coordinates response to information security incidents. Develops and publishes Information Security policies, procedures, standards and guidelines based on knowledge of best practices and compliance with Commonwealth IT Security policies, standards, and guidelines. Conducts campus-wide data classification assessment and security audits and manages remediation plans. Collaborates with IT management, Internal Audit, and VITA to manage security vulnerabilities. Creates, manages and maintains user security awareness. Conducts security research and keeps abreast of latest security issues. Prepares IT security documentation, including department policies and procedures, agency notifications, Web content, and alerts.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and enhances existing security controls and processes.
• Coordinates and executes IT security related projects for the agency.
• Responds to and coordinates response to information security incidents.
• Develops and publishes Information Security policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Conducts campus-wide data classification assessment and security audits.
• Manages remediation plans for identified security vulnerabilities.
• Collaborates with IT management, Internal Audit, and VITA to manage security vulnerabilities.
• Creates, manages and maintains user security awareness.
• Conducts security research and stays updated on the latest security issues.
• Prepares IT security documentation, including department policies and procedures, agency notifications, Web content, and alerts.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and lead others.
• Extensive industry experience in IT security.
• Advanced education in relevant fields.

Qualifications

• US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, L2-EAD, GC-EAD.

Skills

• Knowledge of best practices in IT security.
• Experience with data classification and security audits.
• Ability to collaborate with various departments.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive hourly rate depending on experience.

Pay

Depending on experience (DOE).

Schedule

Varies based on project needs.