Systems Analyst Consultant for Texas Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Austin, Tx

Pedigo Staffing Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Systems Analyst to enhance security operations and manage IT projects effectively. In this role, you will leverage your extensive experience in cybersecurity to analyze vulnerabilities, implement security measures, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborating with DevSecOps teams, you will play a crucial role in cloud security initiatives and operational excellence. The position offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will directly contribute to safeguarding critical systems and data. If you are passionate about technology and thrive in a hybrid work setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in security policies, project management, and regulatory standards.
• Extensive knowledge of cloud security operations and vulnerability assessments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements and improve existing computer systems.
• Support AWS Cloud Migration and identify vulnerabilities in security.

Skills

Security policies and controls

Data and network security processing

Cloud security operations analysis

Regulatory requirements knowledge

Project management

Problem identification and analysis

Security measures implementation

NIST standards knowledge

Security web application firewalls

Conflict management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

AWS

ServiceNow

Remedy

Archer GRC

Dynatrace

Splunk

Imperva Web Application Firewall

Qualys

MS Office tools

Job description

Title: Systems Analyst

Agency: Texas Health and Human Services Commission

Solicitation: 529501331

Location: 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751

Duration: On-going, no ending date

Visa: Must be US Citizen, Green Card, EAD. No H1B

Telework Policy: The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework.

REQUIRED/PREFERRED SKILLS:

• 8 years, Required - Coordinates and executes security policies and controls, as well as assesses vulnerabilities within the company.
• 8 years, Required - Experience with data and network security processing, security systems management, and security violation investigation.
• 8 years, Required - On a daily basis performs analysis of on-prem and cloud security operations and works with DevSecOps teams with delivery of security related activities including audits, documentation, and reporting.
• 8 years, Required - Understands regulatory requirements, has in-depth knowledge of industry standards and trends, and is proficient with the latest cybersecurity software. Works with DevSecOps and custodians.
• 8 years, Required - Experience with managing various projects and ability to plan and oversee all aspects of the projects.
• 8 years, Required - Strong ability to identify problems/issues, analyze and evaluate alternatives and recommend/implement effective solutions.
• 8 years, Required - Orchestrate calls to include, but not limited to project kick-off calls, notification of high/critical findings during the testing process, and close out calls to review test findings, evidence, process steps to reproduce, and remediation recommendations.
• 8 years, Required - Experience implementing security measures to protect computer systems, networks and data. Information security analysts are expected to stay up to date on the latest intelligence, including hackers’ methodologies, in order to anticipate breaches.
• 8 years, Required - Extensive experience with working with and implementing NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, MARS-E controls, POA&Ms, and developing Corrective Action Plans.
• 8 years, Required - Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with HHSC/TIERS Security team. Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
• 8 years, Required - Experience with Security web application firewalls.
• 8 years, Required - Experience with managing conflict and resolving issues at managerial levels.
• 8 years, Required - Experience with reviewing and coordinating audit responses, evidence gathering, and plan of actions. Experience collaborating with IT departments to coordinate audit responses.
• 5 years, Preferred - Skilled information technology professional with advanced experience developing and implementing IT policy, standards and procedures.
• 4 years, Preferred - Experience in delivering technical training in cloud-based technology is a plus.
• 4 years, Preferred - Experience providing Windows and Linux operating system and application support.
• 4 years, Preferred - Experience with information security risk assessments.
• 4 years, Preferred - Experience with security governance and documentation and security plan documents.
• 4 years, Preferred - In-depth knowledge of AWS Cloud Security preferred.
• 4 years, Preferred - In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience on AWS Cloud Security preferred or experience with other Cloud service providers.
• 3 years, Preferred - Experience ITIL - ticketing using Remedy and ServiceNow.
• 3 years, Preferred - Ability to train staff on network and information security procedures, processes and information safeguarding.
• 3 years, Preferred - Experience working with Archer GRC, Dynatrace, Splunk, Imperva Web Application Firewall, Qualys and MS Office tools.

JOB DETAILS:

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Systems Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

Level Description

8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Job Description

Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost/benefit analysis of alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer systems: Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be summarized, and formats for reports. Writes detailed descriptions of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer programs. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if requested program or program change is possible within existing systems.

Additional job details and special considerations

Supports TIERS Operations, AWS Cloud Migration and TIERS Cloud Migration's Authority to Connect project by applying information security threat intelligence to identify and exploit vulnerabilities within different environments. On a daily basis you will perform analysis of on-prem and cloud security and operations related to security. Our ideal candidate has experience working in large operations and development environments and is knowledgeable about custodian artifacts that are regulatory requirements. In this role, you will assist IT operations and development teams to meet industry standards, and be proficient with the latest cybersecurity software. On a daily basis interacts with all aspects of IT responsible for the management of DevSecOps. Requires knowledge of infrastructure in IT operations including understanding of databases and system administration. This position may be required to come to the office once a week or more.

1193591 - FY24/25 AES TIERS Cloud Migration

Services are expected to start 04/01/2025 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1000 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751. The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.