Security Analyst

Quantum Technologies. LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking an IT Security Analyst responsible for monitoring and advising on information security issues. The role includes coordinating IT security projects, responding to security incidents, and developing best practice policies and procedures. The ideal candidate should be up-to-date with security research and manage user security awareness. This position promotes an inclusive work environment for all qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and advise on information security issues.
• Coordinate response to information security incidents.
• Conduct campus-wide data classification assessments.

Job description

Job Description:
The IT Security Analyst monitors and advises on information security issues related to the systems and workflow at an agency to ensure the internal IT security controls for an agency are appropriate and operating as intended. Coordinates and executes IT security related projects for the agency. Coordinates response to information security incidents. Develops and publishes Information Security policies, procedures, standards and guidelines based on knowledge of best practices and compliance with Commonwealth IT Security policies, standards, and guidelines. Conducts campus-wide data classification assessment and security audits and manages remediation plans. Collaborates with IT management, Internal Audit, and VITA to manage security vulnerabilities. Creates, manages and maintains user security awareness. Conducts security research and keeps abreast of latest security issues. Prepares IT security documentation, including department policies and procedures, agency notifications, Web content, and alerts.

QUANTUM TECHNOLOGIES LLC is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans, (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. QUANTUM TECHNOLOGIES LLC will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will QUANTUM TECHNOLOGIES LLC require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract