Myticas's direct client based out of Indianapolis, IN is currently seeking an Info Security Analyst onsite for 6+ month contract position.
Job Description:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Monitors and keep supervisor informed of status of information security and confidentiality conditions, including problem areas and recommended enhancement;
- Interfaces with user customers to understand their security needs and implement procedures to accommodate them including training and assessment.
- Assists with preparing for security audits (e.g. IRS, SSA, OCSE, FBI, SBOA) and remediating any findings; assists with creating and submitting reports relevant to security audits.
- Develop information security policies and standards for protection of information systems in compliance with state and federal requirements (e.g. IRS, SSA, OCSE, FBI, IOT) and guidelines (e.g. NIST SP 800-53).
- Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for implementing security polices;
- Recommends appropriate security safeguards to be included during development of new information technology systems and legacy systems;
- Ensures maximum utilization of computer hardware and software features to secure automated systems and associated data;
- Develops and implements procedures for use of information security management software;
- Proposes information security software enhancements;
- Performs periodic audits to assure security policies and standards are being followed and are effective.
- Develops recommendations for enhancements and generates reports where necessary;
- Keeps abreast of new laws and changes affecting privacy standards, network security, cloud security, remote access, and physical security;
- Mentors and provides guidance to new or other staff as needed;
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Assist on other task as assigned.
- Thorough knowledge of information security management tools, policies, and standards of information security procedures;
- Thorough knowledge of state and federal legislation and regulatory laws pertaining to information system security and privacy;
- Thorough knowledge of software vulnerabilities, vulnerabilities scanning tools, and vulnerabilities remediation;
- Familiarity with domain structures, user authentication, and digital signatures;
- Ability to develop and maintain information security standards;
- Ability to understand and apply complex computer logic to work;
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of information technologists, including systems administrators, technical support, application development, end users and management;
- Experience in assessing security needs of teams and assist in their security training.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
- Ability to be a team member as well as a team leader depending on the situation;
- Degree in information security or technology preferred;
- Security certification preferred (e.g. CISSP).
- Network Admin experience preferred.
INDCHI
Candidates must be able to validate the following below in order to be considered:
- Do you have experience with Security Analyst?
- Are you local to Indianapolis, IN?
