Texas Attorney General · 13 hours ago
OAG - Child Support | Cybersecurity Analyst I|26-0276
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
6+ years expThe Texas Attorney General's Office is dedicated to championing liberty and justice for Texas. They are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join their Enterprise Information Security Team, focusing on safeguarding data and ensuring security compliance through risk management programs and system audits.
GovernmentLaw EnforcementNon Profit
Responsibilities
Safeguard Agency Data: Support the development and maintenance of security strategies by assisting with the design and evaluation of security applications and infrastructure. Contribute to the creation and review of information security policies, standards, and risk management practices. Provide input on security plans, including data encryption and firewall configurations, and help define information security requirements to strengthen agency protocols
Proactive Risk Management: Assist in gathering data for risk assessments and support reviews of system security posture. Monitor systems using automated tools to identify potential vulnerabilities and escalate findings as needed. Provide input during discussions with risk management representatives and help document observations. Participate in incident detection and preliminary analysis by following established procedures. Contribute to business impact analysis activities by supplying relevant information and maintaining accurate records
Maintain Data Security: Assist with monitoring access controls to help prevent unauthorized data changes. Support reviews of security procedures and document findings related to potential breaches. Help gather information for compliance checks and gap assessments under guidance from senior staff. Review files and reports for accuracy and escalate compliance concerns as needed. Contribute to maintaining adherence to legal and regulatory standards by providing timely documentation and observations
Drive Security Innovation: Assist in coordinating security awareness activities and help distribute educational materials to staff. Support senior team members in preparing training sessions and maintain records of participation. Stay informed on current security trends and regulatory requirements to provide accurate information when needed. Contribute ideas for improving awareness programs under guidance from experienced staff
Performs cybersecurity incident detection, analysis, and prevention
Performs forensic analysis of information systems and portable devices and forensic recovery of data using assessment tools
Monitors and analyzes cybersecurity alerts from cybersecurity tools, network devices, and information systems
Performs related work as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or equivalent
Six years of full-time experience in information technology security, computer information systems, computer science, management information systems, systems analysis, business administration, project management or a related field; may substitute credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
Experience with information security, cyber security, and privacy issues and awareness of regulated data environments
Experience with technical risk assessments and reviews of account permissions, computer data access needs, security violations, programming changes, and new and existing applications and systems, including data center physical security and environment
Experience with cybersecurity incident detection, analysis, and prevention
Knowledge of fundamental information security concepts and technology
Knowledge of vulnerability scanning of networks and applications to assess effectiveness and identify weaknesses
Skill in the use of applicable software; and in configuring, monitoring, and automating security applications and infrastructure
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
Skill in effective oral and written communication
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
Ability to obtain and maintain approved baseline certification for the position (i.e., Security+)
Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems; to market the security program; to prepare reports; to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures; to communicate effectively; and to provide guidance to others
Ability to analyze program area functions and operations, identify areas needing change, and develop plans to improve programs or to address areas of concern
Ability to operate with a high degree of independence regarding project management activities, including development of project plans and budget/resource estimates
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
Ability to lift and relocate 10 lbs
Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%
Preferred
Experience working with security management tools (e.g., vulnerability scanners, file integrity monitoring, configuration monitoring, etc.) and perimeter technologies (e.g., router, firewalls, web proxies, and intrusion prevention, etc.)
Experience reviewing third-party contracts for cyber and information security compliance
Experience with IT GRC/IRM platforms (ServiceNow, OneTrust, MetricStream, Galvanize, RSA Archer, etc.)
Experience conducting and managing audits and assessments
Skill or experience in creating security documentation, system security plans, risk assessments, and conducting security awareness training and providing guidance to staff in the development and integration of new or revised methods and procedures
Skill in identifying measures or indicators of program performance and in the use of a computer and applicable software
Significant knowledge and experience with legal, privacy, and regulatory compliance standards such as HITRUST, HIPAA, ISO27001, SOC2, FedRAMP, PCI-DSS, GDPR, CCPA, IRS Safeguards Program, CJIS, TAC202, etc
Skills: Project/Program Management, Auditor/Assessor
Preferred Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, PMP, CAPM, CISA, Security+
Benefits
Excellent benefits
Company
Texas Attorney General
Texas Attorney General Office of the Attorney General champions liberty and justice for Texas.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Evelyn Chavez
CSO II
Jared Galaway
Chief Experience Officer
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