Senior Information Security Analyst

Telligen; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Telligen in West Des Moines, IA, seeks a Senior Information Security Analyst to safeguard systems, assess risks, and implement controls for regulatory and contractual compliance. You will partner with stakeholders to strengthen security posture while enabling business success.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills to translate complex security concepts to diverse audiences and to mentor the security team in a cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• 2-year degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or related field or equivalent training/experience.
• 5–7 years of work experience in IT; 3+ years in an information security role with knowledge of regulations and programs.

Responsibilities

• Governance, risk, and compliance: review rules and consult with internal customers for adherence.
• Develops strategies to validate compliance with rules and regulations (HIPAA, NIST, FedRAMP, HITRUST).
• Leads security operations and vulnerability management, including POA&Ms.
• Leads/partners on incident response and coordinates BCP/DR planning.
• Maintains documentation for risk assessments, security plans, and DR plans.
• Represents security on cross-functional initiatives and provides guidance to the team.

Skills

Security knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Education

2-year degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Information Assurance or related field

Job description

As a Senior Information Security Analyst, you will play a vital role in safeguarding our systems, data, and business operations from evolving cyber threats. In this position, you will assess security risks, design and implement effective security controls, and help ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and organizational requirements.

Beyond technical expertise, this role serves as a trusted advisor to business and technology teams across the organization. You will partner with stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement, provide security guidance, and champion solutions that strengthen our overall security posture while enabling business success.

We are looking for a security professional who is curious, adaptable, and passionate about continuous improvement. Success in this role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to communicate complex security concepts to diverse audiences, and a collaborative mindset that drives results across cross‑functional teams.

This is a fully onsite role in our West Des Moines, Iowa location

What you'll do:

Governance, Risk, and Compliance

• Reviews cybersecurity rules and regulations and consults with internal customers to determine activities necessary for adherence with requirements
• Develops strategies to validate compliance with new and existing rules and regulations
• Develops and implements security standards and procedures to safeguard resources ensuring compliance with HIPAA, NIST, FedRAMP and/or HITRUST requirements
• Evaluates security risks balancing business drivers, best practices and external drivers
• Provides proactive solutions or recommendations through collaboration across business units
• Provides training to security team and internal customers on regulations and contractual security requirements.

Security Operations and Vulnerability Management

• Recommends and assists with evaluation of security tooling
• Supports vulnerability management activities. Validates creation, documentation, and completion of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)

Business Continuity Planning/Disaster Recovery (BCP/DR)

• Leads and/or partners on computer security incident response efforts including but not limited to preparing executive summaries, recommending mitigation strategies, and tracking remediation efforts
• Facilitates BCP/DR planning for assigned systems including coordination of documentation and testing

Documentation and Reporting

• Leads the creation and ensures the ongoing maintenance of documentation for multiple systems including but not limited to risk assessments, security plans, and disaster recovery plans
• Validates compliance of documentation with government and industry standards
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation of incidents, tickets, vulnerabilities, and compliance activities
• Prepares reports for management detailing the status of security incidents, audit findings, and risk assessments

Collaboration and Communication

• Owns and delivers tasks on projects for the security team and with internal customer projects. Ensures timely completion of deliverables
• Represents security on initiatives across Telligen. Works closely with internal customers to ensure implementation of security controls and best practices
• Stays current with industry trends, emerging threats, security technologies, and pertinent regulations
• Provides guidance and mentorship to other members of the security team
• Provides timely responses, uses professional communication, and approaches vulnerability and risk management from the perspective of business enablement

Required Skills and Experience:

• 2-year degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or related field and/or equivalent training and/or experience
• 5-7years of work experience in IT
  • 3or more years of experience must be in an information securityrole with demonstrated working knowledge of information security, federal and state rules and regulations, company/business unitoperations, compliance policies, procedures, and/or programs in area of assignment.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Information Assurance or related field is preferred

Who We Are:

Telligen is one of the most respected population health management organizations in the country. We offer clinical, analytical, and technical expertise to support local, Tribal, and national partners, state and federal government programs, and employers and health plans.

Over our 50-year history, health care has evolved - and so have we. What hasn't changed is our deep commitment to those we serve. Our success is built on our ability to adapt, respond to client needs and deliver innovative, mission-driven solutions.

Our business is our people and we’re seeking talented individuals who share our passion and are ready to take ownership, make an impact and help shape the future of health.

Are you Ready?

We’re on a mission to transform lives and economies by improving health.

Ownership:

As a 100% employee-owned company, our employee-owners drive our business and share in our success.

Community:

We show up - for our clients, our communities and each other. Being a responsible corporate partner is part of who we are.

Ingenuity:

We value bold ideas and calculated risks. Innovation thrives when we challenge the status quo and listen to diverse perspectives.

Integrity:

We foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment built on trust and excellence.

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Telligen and our affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers and E-Verify Participants.

Telligen will not provide sponsorship for this position. If you will require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time. We will not accept 3rd party solicitations from outside staffing firms.

Telligen is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

Telligen is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance during any part of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-base basis.

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