IT Security Analyst

ABOUT THE ROLE:This position reports to the Governance & Compliance Manager in the IT Division.The IT Security Analyst supports the agency Information Security mission by implementing results-oriented strategic approaches, plans, programs, and procedures.The agency is seeking to fill the Information Technology (IT) Security Analyst position. This position reports to the Governance & Compliance Manager in the IT Division.The IT Security Analyst supports the agency 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 agency 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 methodologiesResearch 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 KPIsConsult with teams as needed on initiatives and provide tactical direction as well as provide considerations on legacy solutions as they are replaced.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 Commonwealth of Virginias 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/Desired Skills10 years of Knowledge and application of security best practices Required10 years of Experience in Security review/risk analysis Required10 years of Educational or Career Experience in Cybersecurity, Government technology implementation, IT Governance or related field(s) Required7 years of Knowledge of IT Procurement Required7 years of Experience in business writing and presenting RequiredGlobal Candidate RequirementsAbout Vector:Vector Consulting, Inc., (Headquartered in Atlanta) is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. Since our founding in 1990, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization's operating philosophy and commitment to ** People, Partnerships, Purpose and Performance - THE VECTOR WAYwww.vectorconsulting.comCelebrating 30 years of service.