Senior Compliance Analyst

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reduction program

Professional development opportunities

Generous vacation and sick time

Signing bonus up to $2,500

Job summary

The State of Michigan is seeking a Senior IT Compliance Analyst in Lansing to prepare and maintain System Security Plans for MDOS applications, aligning security controls with NIST 800-53 and applicable laws. The role involves audits, training, and cross‑functional collaboration across IT and business units.

You will work in DTMB with a hybrid schedule, coordinating with stakeholders to ensure secure, compliant IT operations and reporting on security posture and processes.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare detailed written instructions and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively.
• Commitment to quality customer service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain System Security Plans for MDOS applications per NIST 800-53 and state/federal requirements.
• Interpret security controls and prepare documentation using the State GRC tool and related materials.
• Assist with audits by collecting and organizing responses and materials.
• Provide training and outreach to IT and non-IT staff on process requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation & writing

Stakeholder management

Time management

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/IT

Job description

About DTMB

The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.

About the position

This position will serve as a Senior IT Compliance Analyst within the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) Agency Services for the Michigan Department of State (MDOS). This position will support the Michigan Department of State (MDOS) with completing and maintaining System Security Plans for their applications. Completing and maintaining System Security Plans will require interpretation of the security implemented in these applications based off of NIST 800-53, state and federal election law, and other required regulations, policies and frameworks using the State of Michigan’s GRC tool, documentation and other materials as required. This position may also be involved with collecting and organizing responses and documentation for internal, State or Federal audits. Other expectations for this position include, but are not limited to, training IT and non-IT staff on processes within the work area, providing outreach to IT and non-IT staff, data collection and conducting presentations on topics within the work area.

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong interpersonal skills with proficient oral and written communication.
• Ability to prepare detailed written instructions and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to apply time management skills in regard to workload.
• Ability to provide quality customer service, build trust through integrity of work, and build strategic relationships through teamwork are required.

Position Location

This position is located in Lansing, MI. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate. The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, adjusting communication style and messages to varying audiences to ensure understanding. We need an individual who understands the value of standards and can advocate for them in a way that is understood and supported. Excellent customer service is core to our culture, being able to motivate and support team members, manage expectations, and conduct ourselves with integrity is key to how we work. You need to embrace diversity, have a team-oriented mindset, communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals, and have a desire to invest in the success of the Division.

If you are a self-motivated person with a proven track record, who wants a challenge and to work in a fast-paced environment focused on delivering value to our agency partners, we are really interested in hearing from you.

Current team members have the following to say about why you should work in this area:

• “GREAT office culture.”
• “True positive team environment and management support.”
• “Opportunities to share thoughts and opinions about our processes and the way we work.”
• “There is a wide path for growth in your career, and the management team supports employees reaching their full potential.”
• “Doing work that directly affects the lives of every [resident] of the State of Michigan”

What We Offer

The State of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, access to professional development training, excellent vacation and sick time policies, and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the State of Michigan employee family if you are interested.

SIGNING BONUS

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.

Classifications for the $2,500 bonus are:

• Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst
• Information Technology Programmer/Analyst
• Information Technology Project Coordinator
• Information Technology Project Manager
• Information Technology Specialist

*DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT

Education

Possession of a Bachelor's degree with 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.

Information Technology Programmer/Analyst P11/12

Experience

Information Technology Programmer/Analyst 12

Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11.

Information Technology Programmer/Analyst P11-12

Possession of an associate’s degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, project management, or mathematics and two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician; or two years (4160hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant, may be substituted for the education requirement.

OR

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and four years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, information technology technician, or four years (8,320 hours) of experience as an Information Technology Student Assistant may be substituted for the education requirement.

You must attach a detailed resume and cover letter to your application (word or pdf). Failure to do so will result in your application packet being screened out as incomplete. If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted) Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

Certain positions may require certification in specific information technology programs.

View the entire job specification at:

http://www.michigan.gov/documents/InformationTechnologyProgrammerAnalyst_12733_7.pdf