Information Security Analyst

Rutgers, International; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University, located in New Jersey, seeks an Information Security Analyst in the Information Security Office (ISO) within the Office of Information Technology. You will join the IT-GRC team to lead campus-wide risk management, compliance, and cybersecurity trainings.

You will evaluate risk assessments, propose remediation, and collaborate with stakeholders to document and communicate risks while maintaining governance and funding alignment. A hybrid work arrangement is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, MIS, or related discipline.
• Five (5) years of experience in an information security program.
• Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and evaluate internal and 3rd party information security risk assessments.
• Provide risk remediation recommendations to mitigate identified control gaps and drive awareness of resources and technologies.
• Work with stakeholders across campus to ensure risks are documented and communicated.
• Maintain a formal risk register that drives security governance and ensures security funding aligns with business objectives.
• Act as subject matter expert for end-to-end management of findings for information security assessments for vendors, applications.
• Collaborate with PMO and IT teams to define security requirements, track issues, provide solutions, communicate vulnerabilities, and identify policy exceptions.

Skills

Information security experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, MIS, or related discipline

Five years of information security experience

Job description

Job Category Staff & Executive - Information Technology

Department OIT - Information Security

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Information Security Analyst in the Information Security Office (ISO) within the Office of Information Technology. Under the direction of Manager IT, the Information Security Analyst will function as a member of the Rutgers IT – Governance, Risk, and Compliance (IT-GRC) team that leads campus-wide Risk management, compliance, and cybersecurity trainings. The Information Security Analyst is responsible for leading the evaluation, development, implementation, mitigation, education, training, and awareness of campus-wide information security processes and policies.

• Responsible for facilitating and evaluating internal and 3rd party information security risk assessments.
• Provides risk remediation recommendations to mitigate identified control gaps and drives awareness of available supporting resources and technologies.
• Works closely with stakeholders across campus to ensure that risks are well documented and communicated.
• Maintains a formal risk register that drives security governance and ensures security funding is aligned with business objectives.
• Acts as a subject matter expert for end-to‑end management of findings for information security assessments for vendors, applications.
• Works closely with the Project Management Office (PMO) and other IT teams to define security requirements, track issues and concerns, provide solutions, communicate identified vulnerabilities, and identify exceptions to policy.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 34S

Minimum Salary 106113.000

Mid Range Salary 128245.000

Maximum Salary 152927.000

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time

Standard Hours 37.50

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

HPAE 5094

PeopleSoft

Staff - 12 month

ABP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Five (5) years of experience in an information security program.
• Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certification such as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
• No special vision requirements.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds for the purpose of moving computer equipment.

Work Environment

• Office environment.
• Moderate noise.

Posting Number 26ST2084

Posting Open Date

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)

City New Brunswick

State NJ

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or related discipline and have five (5) years of experience in an information security program?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have equivalent education, experience and/or training that may be substituted for the degree requirements?
  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

• Writing Sample 1
• Certifications/Licenses

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