IT Security Analyst

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Job description

• Only qualified Security Analyst candidates located in the Richmond, VA area will be considered due to the position requiring an onsite presence

The Client is seeking to fill the Information Technology (IT) Security Analyst position. This position reports to the Governance & Compliance Manager in the IT Division.

Qualifications:

Comprehensive knowledge of Information Security principles; including information security trends, emerging technologies, best-practices, controls, models, architecture, etc.

Practical experience with identity and access management, services and software acquisition or procurement, IT risk management, business continuity and IT disaster recovery planning, security awareness education and training, security vulnerability management, and security incident management

Familiarity with the Client Information Security Standards and/or the National Institute of Standards and Technology Publication 800-53

Able to communicate effectively in writing and orally, exercise judgment, interpret laws and policies, and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of individuals in both the public and private sectors

Experience in monitoring IT environments for compliance with information security architecture policies and standards

Ability to provide input and security direction for future designs, information security capabilities, and strategic technology alternatives

Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills (possessing the ability to break down complex technical terms into everyday language)

Demonstrated ability to work with broad cross-section of personnel including all levels of management and external entities (such as other agencies), consultants and service providers to explain security measures and collaborate and disseminate security related information in partnership with the Office of Information Security

Work experience in a fast-paced environment and acquire new skills/knowledge to meet customer needs

Required Skills:

Knowledge and application of security best practices (10 Years)

Experience in Security review/risk analysis (10 Years)

Educational or Career Experience in Cybersecurity, Government technology implementation, IT Governance or related field(s) (10 Years)

Knowledge of IT Procurement(7 Years)

Experience in business writing and presenting(7 Years)

The IT Security Analyst supports the Client Information Security mission by implementing results-oriented strategic approaches, plans, programs, and procedures. This position will focus on security analysis for our procurement teams. They will ensure that Client Information Security Policies and Standards are followed by the Agency. The broad areas of responsibility for this position include identity and access management, System and services acquisition review, IT risk management, business continuity and IT disaster recovery planning, security awareness education and training, security vulnerability management and security incident management.

Responsibilities:

Documents processes and script narratives/executive summaries

Create Business focused documentation for circulation among readers with various technical understanding

Share insight of Information security and IT procurement approaches and implementation methodologies

Research and provide written guidance on alignment with security policies/standards.

Perform tasks related to Security Compliance and Control Evaluation, Risk analysis, and procurement recommendations

Collaborate with Business areas and cross- functional Procurement Analysts or Enterprise Architects to fully understand business needs and provide strategic consultation on security and risk-averse acquisition

Partner with architects, other technical team members to develop roadmaps and strategies to support agency KPIs

Consult with teams as needed on initiatives and provide tactical direction as well as provide considerations on legacy solutions as they are replaced

• Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.

• Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.

Benefits:

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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.

If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department .

Rose International has an official agreement (ID ), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).

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