Information Security Analyst

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management is seeking an Information Security Analyst to safeguard IDEM's data and technology systems, conducting vulnerability assessments and designing security controls across endpoints, networks, and cloud services.

You will respond to incidents, monitor security telemetry, and ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations. Strong written communication and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in information security.
• Strong knowledge of security software, firewalls and encryption.
• Familiarity with state and federal information security/privacy laws.
• Excellent writing and research skills.
• Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and conduct risk assessments.
• Self-motivated with ability to prioritize multiple tasks autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and monitor security telemetry.
• Design security controls and incident response procedures.
• Respond to security incidents and coordinate remediation.
• Monitor endpoints, networks, and cloud services for threats.

Skills

Vulnerability assessments

Firewall knowledge

Encryption

Regulatory compliance

Technical writing

Risk assessments

Autonomous work

Tools

Firewalls

Encryption tools

Job description

The Information Security Analyst at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management protects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of environmental data and technology systems. The role involves conducting vulnerability assessments, designing security controls, responding to incidents, and monitoring security telemetry across endpoints, networks, and cloud services. This position supports IDEM's mission to protect human health and the environment through sound information security practices.

Key qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a similar information security role
• Strong knowledge of security software applications, firewalls, and encryption
• Knowledge of state and federal information security and privacy regulations
• Strong technical writing and research skills with excellent communication abilities
• Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and perform risk assessments
• Self-motivated with ability to prioritize multiple assignments and work autonomously