Salary : $65,000.00 - $95,000.00 Annually
Location : Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-E-09
Administration: Attorney General
Bureau: Information Security
Opening Date: 07/02/2026
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Chief Information Security Officer, the Information Security Compliance Analyst will assist with the examination of internal IT controls, evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of deployed systems and capabilities, document risk exposure, and work collaboratively across the organization to prioritize, draw focus, and track risk remediation commitments. The Information Security Compliance Analyst will help the organization develop and maintain the overall IT Risk Register, and document and track remediation plans and priorities. They will also assist in developing and publishing the monthly Information Security Key Performance
Indicators (KPI) and performance metrics.
The Information Security Compliance Analyst will directly participate in the IT Change Management process and will assist with the review and approval of system configuration changes prior to implementation. In addition to regular audit testing, the Information Security Compliance Analyst will assist with internal and external information security testing processes used to identify network, system, and application vulnerabilities. They will also assist with identified security risks and facilitate the periodic update and communication of changes to the organizations Information Security policies, practices, and standards.
QualificationsThis position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity or related technical field and a minimum of one year of professional work experience as an IT Auditor or related experience or an equivalent combination of training, education, and/or experience. Experience and knowledge in applying Information Security Frameworks such NIST CSF or CIS, Data Classification and Privacy concepts is highly desired.
Ability to effectively coordinate, prioritize, and collaborate along with outstanding written and verbal communication skills is required. Attendance and the ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with OAG employees and the general public is an essential function of this position.
Supplemental Information Position requires in office attendance.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
As an employee of the Illinois Attorney General's Office, you'll have access to many great benefits. Join the legal team responsible for protecting the public interest of the state and the people of Illinois!
- Health and Dental insurance along with free Vision insurance*
- Pension Benefits through the State Employees'; Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation: supplemental retirement savings program-457k
- Commuter Savings Program: pre-tax transportation program
- Flexible Spending: Medical and Dependent pre-tax savings program
- Health Savings Account
- Life insurance benefit: free with option to purchase additional (up to 8 x your annual salary) at low cost. Spouse and child life insurance available
- Employee Assistance Program through ComPsych
- Holidays: 13 1/2 paid
- Vacation days: minimum of 12 days, maximum of 27 days, prorated
- Personal days: 4 annually
- Floating Holiday: 1 annually
- Sick days: 1 per month
- For attorneys, office provided Continuing Legal Education
- Semi-monthly payroll
*Health and Dental cost ranges: for single: $120.00 - $322.00 monthly; for family: $292.00 - $665.00 monthly
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