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  • Date posted

    October 7, 2024

  • Closing date

    December 6, 2024

  • Offered salary

    €70,000 - €120,000/year

  • Experience

    10+ Years

Description

IT Security Analyst

Job Description:

    We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive IT Security Analyst to join our team in Richmond, VA. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in advancing our Information Security initiatives. Your primary focus will be on conducting thorough security analyses for our procurement teams, ensuring strict adherence to the Commonwealth of Virginia's Information Security Policies and Standards. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of critical areas including identity and access management, IT risk management, business continuity planning, disaster recovery strategies, security awareness training, and managing security vulnerabilities and incidents. You will collaborate closely with various business units to understand their needs and provide strategic guidance on secure and risk-averse procurement practices. As an integral part of our team, you will document processes, create user-friendly documentation, and engage in compliance evaluations while fostering effective communication across multiple levels of the organization.

IT Languages:

  • Python
  • Java
  • SQL

As an IT Security Analyst, your responsibilities will include the following tasks::

    Documenting security processes and creating executive summaries;; Developing business-focused documentation for diverse audiences;; Advising on alignment with security policies and standards;; Conducting security compliance evaluations and risk analyses;; Collaborating with procurement analysts to understand business needs;; Partnering with technical teams to strategize security initiatives;; Consulting on legacy solutions and new initiatives for security enhancements

Spoken Languages:

  • English

Skillset:

  • Information Security
  • Risk Management
  • Identity Management
  • Disaster Recovery
  • Security Compliance

Soft Skills:

  • Analytical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail

Qualifications:

  • In-depth understanding of Information Security principles and emerging technologies
  • Experience in identity and access management, IT risk management, and business continuity planning
  • Familiarity with the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Information Security Standards and NIST Publication 800-53
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify technical concepts
  • Experience in monitoring IT environments for compliance with security policies

Years of Experience:

    10

Location:

    Richmond, VA, United States

Job Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Holiday leave
  • 401k program after six months

Working Conditions:

    Hybrid

Employment Type:

    Contract

Company Culture:

  • Our company fosters a culture of teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning, where each team member is encouraged to share their insights and collaborate across departments to achieve organizational goals.

Opportunities For Advancement:

  • Career development programs, Access to training resources, Potential for long-term contract opportunities

Visa Sponsorship:

    Available

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