IO Datasphere, Inc. has been providing project management, software development and IT staff augmentation services to our clients in the Midwest and throughout the U.S. since 1996. We are an approved vendor on contract to provide software development and IT staff augmentation services for the States of Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin. We also provide these services to businesses, as well as local and county governments, in the Midwest and nationwide.

Our client is looking for a Security Analyst to provide technical guidance, special analyses and consulting services on the operations and adequacy of security controls and compliance with federal and state regulations.

Tasks

• 40% Provision of technical guidance on IT audit, security, and compliance requirements
• 40% Administration of the documentation, communication, and assessment of the adequacy of security controls for information systems
• 20% Performance of information technology security initiatives

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to deliver quality service and maintain positive working relationships with customers.
• Ability to function as a team member, including the open sharing of information, and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to both technical peers and less technical customers in person and via written media such as email, reports, and project charters.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply IT service-delivery management best practices and procedures.
• Ability to learn quickly; synthesize complex information, identify key points and communicate results accurately and effectively.
• Considerable knowledge and skill in standard audit procedures, including preparing an audit guide and identifying the steps taken in conducting the audit.
• Considerable knowledge of information technology controls.
• Considerable skill and experience in IT systems, software, and web-based applications.
• Considerable skill in writing technical, management and analysis reports and papers.

NOTE: Candidate MUST be a WI resident or willing to relocate to WI prior to starting the role at their own expense. Remote within the State of Wisconsin.

Location: Madison, WI (remote within the State of WI)

Contract: 1 year

Skills Required:

• 3-4 years - Experience with NIST 800-53 Framework
• Considerable knowledge and skill in standard audit procedures, including preparing an audit guide and identifying the steps taken in conducting the audit.
• Considerable knowledge of information technology controls.
• Knowledge of practices of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association or any other applicable background for the audit of information systems.
• Considerable knowledge of security concepts, risk management and investigation techniques

*** Rate depends on experience

*** Local candidates preferred, not mandatory

*** Candidates authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are not sponsoring H1B candidates at this time.

*** Companies submitting candidates should only submit direct W2 employees for this position.

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