Security Analyst - Consultant

Intellibee; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-Term Stability

Health Coverage

401(k) Planning

Green Card support

Job summary

IntelliBee is seeking a Security Analyst - Consultant in Columbia, SC to act as an experienced cybersecurity consultant to agency leadership and partners. The role emphasizes RMF/A&A tasks, SSP/PIA development, and security posture reviews within an SDLC framework.

The position requires strong IAM, SIEM, and eGRC experience, with vendor management and cloud security exposure. Collaboration with multiple teams is essential for risk mitigation and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with FISMA, NIST, CMS ARC-AMPE and HIPAA Security and Privacy.
• 5+ years IT experience with IBM System 390/zSeries, Windows, Linux, databases and networks.

Responsibilities

• Perform architectural reviews and risk analysis for security requests (network design, access models, firewall rules).
• Lead design and maturation of SCDHHS security and compliance efforts.
• Audit and assess agency and partner security controls and document findings.
• Coordinate audits with third parties and vendors; report findings to leadership.

Skills

FISMA/NIST

RMF/A&A

Cloud security

Vendor management

eGRC tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS

Tools

Archer eGRC

Windows

Linux

SIEM

IAM

Job description

Security Analyst - Consultant, Columbia, SC, US

Security Analyst - Consultant

DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Senior ISSO will report to the ISSO Team Lead in OCS and operate as an experienced cybersecurity consultant to SCDHHS leadership, business units, business partners and vendors.

Security Program Experience:

Leadership experience with CMS ARC-AMPE, or other FISMA Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliant programs is strongly desired and will be given the highest weight.Experience should include well documented success in the development and maintenance of System Security Plans (SSPs), Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), Interconnection Security Agreements (ISAs), Computer Matching Agreements (CMAs), and related interviews and audit/assessment activities to complete and verify these and other RMF/Assessment and Authorization (A&A) tasks and artifacts.

Experience with development and integration of RMF/A&A tasks and artifacts in RMF type roles such as; ISSO, Information Security Architect, Security Control Assessor, etc., into the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is ideal.

Experience in security as related to Cloud services and vendor management is considered desirable for this position.

Technical Knowledge:

Hands on experience with any or all the following technologies would be considered a desirable for this position:

• Archer (eGRC)
• IBM System 390/zSeries
• Linux and Windows servers
• Network Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Switching and Routing Infrastructure
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions
• Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed architectural reviews and risk analysis of security related requests in order to make sound decision making recommendations, such as:
  • Network Design and Information Flow
  • System and Data Access Models
  • Review Firewall Rule Requests (Ports, Protocols, and Services)
  • Baseline Configuration Management Deviation Requests
  • Vulnerability Management
• Champion the design, development, implementation, and/or ongoing maturation of SCDHHS security and compliance efforts.
• Audit and assess internal agency systems as well as business partner/service provider information system security controls.
• Utilize Microsoft Office software suite, System Center Service Manager (Ticketing system), Archer eGRC system, Bizagi, Atlassian and other products to document and report on information gathered during Audit and Assessment activities or other OCS efforts.
• Perform security and compliance reviews of Contracts, Business Associate Agreements, Data Usage/Sharing Agreements, and other types of documentsand artifacts.
• Serve as primary point of contact for third-party audits and/or assessmentsof agency and business partner systems
• Collaborate with agency leadership, business partners, and other parties/ stakeholders to provide recommendations for security and compliance risk mitigation efforts.

Required Knowledge/Skills:

• Must have a strong working knowledge of FISMA, NIST, CMS ARC-AMPE and HIPAA Security and Privacy.
• 5+ years of experience in IT working with and/or auditing IBM System 390/zSeries, Windows, Linux, Databases (Relational and Non-Relational), Networking Infrastructure, and Web-based Applications.
• Prior experience working within a FISMA compliant program.
• Prior experience in working with any eGRC systems.
• ISC(2), ISACA, SANS GIAC and/or other Information Security Certification is required.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate with multiple teams and vendors.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in order to meet deadlines.
• Experience and training with eGRC solutions.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences of varying technical and non-technical skill-levels to ensure effective alignment of technical requirements to business objectives.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate efforts amongst multiple teams and vendors in fulfillment of SCDHHS OCS initiatives.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in order to meet deadlines in a results-oriented environment.
• Must have intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) to include working with templates and style guidelines for branding consistency.
• Keen attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the big picture.
• Ability to absorb, retain and communicate complex processes.
• Ability to accept changes and constructive criticism and remain flexible in dealing with leadership and teams of varying technical and business knowledge.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• BS degree in computer science or similar discipline or 10+ years of experience in the field or a in a related area.
• Prior ITIL experience in the area of Information Security Management.

REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

• 5+ years of experience in IT working with and/or auditing IBM System 390/zSeries, Windows, Linux, Databases (Relational and Non-Relational), Networking Infrastructure and Web-based Applications.
• Prior experience working within a FISMA compliant program.
• Prior experience in working with any eGRC systems.

PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):

• Prior ITIL experience in the area of Information Security Management

REQUIRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• ISC(2), ISACA, SANS GIAC and/or other Information Security Certification is required.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's in a related area or 10+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Benefits at IntelliBee

• Long-Term Stability: Join us on a multi-year opportunities with room to grow.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access quality healthcare benefits to keep you and your family well.
• Future Planning: Enroll in our 401(k) program and invest in your financial security.
• GC Assistance: We support immediate Green Card processing, if required.