Security Analyst

Introduction:

The Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) will be responsible for leading Security, Risk, and Compliance activities in support of new and ongoing Cybersecurity efforts for Direct Client, the Medicaid agency for SC. The Senior ISSO will direct the establishment, implementation, and/or enhancement of Information Systems Security and Compliance efforts based on Federal, State, and agency policy/standards, in accordance with Regulatory Guidance such as FISMA, NIST, CMS MARS-E, HIPAA, etc.) under Client direction. The ideal candidate will be a motivated, results-oriented professional, whose contributions can be made with little to no supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Report to the ISSO Team Lead in OCS and operate as an experienced cybersecurity consultant to Client leadership, business units, business partners, and vendors.
• Champion the design, development, implementation, and/or ongoing maturation of SCDHHS security and compliance efforts.
• Audit and assess internal agency systems as well as business partner/service provider information system security controls.
• Collaborate with agency leadership, business partners, and other parties/stakeholders to provide recommendations for security and compliance risk mitigation efforts.

Requirements:

Required Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of FISMA, NIST, CMS MARS-E, and HIPAA Security and Privacy.
• 5+ years of experience in IT working with and/or auditing IBM System 390/zSeries, Windows, Linux, Databases (Relational and Non-Relational), Networking Infrastructure, and Web-based Applications.
• Prior experience working within a FISMA compliant program.
• Prior experience working with any eGRC systems.
• Prior Health Information Technology experience.
• ISC(2), ISACA, SANS GIAC and/or other Information Security Certification is required.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate with multiple teams and vendors.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in order to meet deadlines.
• Experience and training with eGRC solutions.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) to include working with templates and style guidelines for branding consistency.
• Keen attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the big picture.
• Ability to absorb, retain, and communicate complex processes.
• Ability to accept changes and constructive criticism and remain flexible in dealing with leadership and teams of varying technical and business knowledge.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• BS degree in computer science or similar discipline or 10+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Prior ITIL experience in the area of Information Security Management.

Required Skills (Rank in order of importance):

• 5+ years of experience in IT working with and/or auditing IBM System 390/zSeries, Windows, Linux, Databases (Relational and Non-Relational), Networking Infrastructure, and Web-based Applications.
• Prior experience working within a FISMA compliant program.
• Prior experience working with any eGRC systems.
• Prior Health Information Technology experience.

Preferred Skills (Rank in order of importance):

• Prior ITIL experience in the area of Information Security Management.

Required Education/Certifications:

• ISC(2), ISACA, SANS GIAC and/or other Information Security Certification is required.

Preferred Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's in a related area or 10+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.