Security Compliance Analyst

Bexar County; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in San Antonio seeks an IT security professional to develop processes and monitor compliance. The candidate must possess a related Bachelor's degree and have 5-7 years of experience in IT security policy development. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. This position may require telework and physical site visits within Bexar County.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in IT security policy and procedure development.
• Experience with IT security audits and compliance.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develops IT security processes and procedures.
• Conducts internal risk audits.
• Manages projects independently.

Skills

IT security policy development

Communication skills

Project management

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Technological intuitiveness

Education

Bachelor Degree in Business, Computer Science or related field

Job description

Under general supervision, is responsible for supporting Bexar County Information Technology team; will support the mission of the County, ensuring successful delivery of IT services as defined in the duties and responsibilities. This position will represent the County in a professional and effective manner and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, outside organizations and agencies, vendors and the general public. Flexibility to achieve performance excellence in a telework arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Serves as subject matter expert, individually motivated and operating with a sense of urgency and personal accountability
• Understands industry and regulatory IT security requirements to ensure compliance
• Develops IT security processes and procedures that support adopted security frameworks and align with regulatory requirements
• Develops, communicates, implements, enforces, and monitors security controls to protect the organization\'s technology assets
• Develops security awareness training program content and guidelines, and ensures enterprise compliance with training and competency assessments
• Conducts internal risk audits and assessments, providing recommendations for improvement
• Coordinates with external vendors and other entities to conduct IT security assessments and audits
• Manages projects/processes, works independently with limited supervision
• Performs related duties as required

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor Degree in Business, Computer Science or a closely related field, and five (5) to seven (7) years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in enterprise IT security policy and procedure development; experience in developing IT security awareness training and compliance program; experience conducting internal IT security audits and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures
• Knowledge of IT security best practice standards and regulatory requirements for compliance
• Ability to effectively communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner across functional and technical departments, both verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, stakeholders, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials, outside organizations and agencies, vendors and the general public
• Demonstrates technological intuitiveness
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• Required to travel to remote sites within Bexar County
• Must have and maintain a valid Texas driver's license, motor vehicle liability insurance and personal injury insurance, and; must have available transportation during entire workday
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
• May be required to work weekends
• This position may need to satisfy the requirement of completing and passing an assessment during the employment process

Working Environment and Physical Demands

• Constantly working in indoor / telework conditions
• Frequently moves items weighing up to 10-15 pounds
• Occasionally moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally move about the office / telework office
• Frequently communicates with others using approved technological resources; must be able to exchange accurate information through designated systems within a timely manner
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Positions self to perform essential functions of the job in an office / telework environment
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position
• Flexibility to achieve performance excellence in a telework arrangement
• Maintains County-issued equipment, software, data and supplies

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: [phone].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

BexarCounty is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.