Information Security Risk Analyst with Gov Exp - Remote

***Mode of Interview :- WebCam Interview *** Very long term project (Initial PO till for 1 year -  expect to go for 3+ years) ***Remote***

Description:

The Information Security Risk Analyst is responsible for performing an annual third-party risk assessment (TPA) of a technical implementation vendor. The basis of the assessment is the North Carolina Statewide Information Security Manual. The role will work with a lead analyst to perform the assessment and will own the delivery of System and Data Inventory, a Risk Registry, Risk Assessment Report (RAR).

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of mainstream operating systems and security technologies, including network security appliances, identity and access management, and cryptography.
• Working knowledge of the IT security industry and federal/state regulations, with deep understanding of NIST SP 800-53, SP 800-30, and SP 800-37.
• Strong ability to perform vendor interviews, evaluate evidence, and provide feedback to vendors.
• Ability to prioritize and summarize risk assessment status to project managers and executive leadership.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related IT field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressive experience in IT Security or a closely related area; OR
• Associate degree in Computer Science or a related IT field and three years of progressive experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CISSP or CISM.
• Experience performing NIST 800-53 based risk assessments.
• Experience with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and Privacy Framework.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience completing HITRUST risk assessments.

Skills/Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of mainstream operating systems/security technologies inc: network security appliances/identity and access management/cryptography Required 5 Years
  
• Working knowledge of the IT security industry and federal/state regulations, with deep understanding of NIST SP 800-53, SP 800-30, and SP 800-37. Required 3 Years
  
• Strong ability to perform vendor interviews, evaluate evidence, and provide feedback to vendors Required 3 Years
  
• Ability to prioritize and summarize risk assessment status to project managers and executive leadership. Required 3 Years