INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST

Bazeta; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability

ASRS retirement

Paid holidays

Paid vacation/Sick leave

Job summary

Arizona Department of Economic Security is seeking an Information Security Analyst in the IT Unit within the Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services in Phoenix. The role focuses on policy, data sharing compliance, and implementing security controls to safeguard agency data.

Required are an Associate's degree and 1-3 years in information security. Remote work within Arizona may be available; must pass background checks and obtain fingerprint clearance.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required with 1-3 years of information security experience.
• Experience analyzing data sharing agreements and related regulations.
• Background checks and fingerprint clearance required; E-Verify participation.

Responsibilities

• Set, interpret, and manage information security policies and procedures.
• Oversee data sharing agreements with internal and external partners to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and support audits related to data sharing activities.

Skills

Written & oral communication

Policy research

Regulatory interpretation

Technical presentation

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

4. INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST# INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST## DescriptionDEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITYYour Partner For A Stronger Arizona.DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona.DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYSTJob Location:Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)Information Technology (IT) Unit1400 Washington Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007This position may be available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including a virtual office arrangement)Posting Details:Salary: $25.1540/ hourly ($52,320.32 annually)Grade: 22Closing Date: Open until sufficient resumes are receivedJob Summary:The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Information Security Analyst with the Information Technology (IT) Unit. This position is responsible for setting, interpreting, and managing information security policies, procedures, and security related to Division data sharing agreements in order to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information in compliance with Department, State, and Federal Security Regulations. This position takes a \"big-picture\" view of issues relating to the agency's data sharing agreements, and will take a major role or lead related to data sharing agreements that require policy, legal, regulatory, and technical analysis.The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.Job Duties:Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Data Sharing agreements (working with external and internal partners to ensure that sharing of data is done in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements and with proper contractual safeguards).- User assistance (inquiries regarding data sharing agreement options, policies, and practices).- Unemployment Insurance (UI) Cost Recovery (Ensuring cost recovery occurs, accurately and timely, for UI data sharing by invoicing data requesters and coordinating with the DERS budget section concerning proper receipt of requested payments).- Information Security Policy (Monitoring, review, analysis, implementation).- Audit (Assisting with program audits related to data sharing agreement activity).Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):Knowledge in:- Data sharing policy, security, legal requirements, regulatory requirements, and administrative requirements.- Management of both physical and logical information security systems.- Information Technology (IT) and telecommunications security trends and practices; development of data security policies and procedures; IT Security Standards; WA/EEA/RSA/CCA/RAA applications security; knowledge of directives and practices required to prepare internal and external data sharing agreements.Skill in:- Written and oral communication to convey a wide variety of information.- Policy, legal, and regulatory research.- Technical presentation, outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, and problem-solving.Ability to:- Research, understand, and apply data sharing directives, determine data sharing agreement content, and develop data sharing agreements.- Learn and comprehend complex State and Federal security regulations and requirements, and communicate them in meaningful ways.- analyze business needs of the agency and apply the findings to make decisions on structure, types of technologies, and implement appropriate solutions based on business needs.Pre-Employment Requirements:- Have an Associate's degree plus 1 -3 years of experience in information security analysis (or equivalent experience).- Candidate shall have or meet the requirements to obtain prior to their first day of employment, a valid Level One Arizona fingerprint clearance card that meets DES requirements for a Level One card pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1969.- Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.- All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).Benefits:The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:- Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans- 10 paid holidays per year- Paid vacation and sick time...Source: Himalayas (https://himalayas.app/companies/state-of-arizona/jobs/information-security-analyst)