Cyber Security Analyst

Position: Cyber Security Analyst

Duration: 4 months

Location: Augusta ME (Hybrid)

Work Mode: Onsite once every month or two. Mileage will not be paid for these trips.

Job Description:

The Office of Information Services (OIS) manages infrastructure applications and information that enable the Maine Department of the Secretary of State (SoS) to provide services to citizens and businesses in the State of Maine. The OIS requires information security services to assist with implementation of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cyber Security Framework (CSF) 2.0 and preparation for an independent third-party assessment of its information system and applications.

Responsibilities

Work under the guidance of the OIS Information Security Officer and assist with implementing the NIST Cyber Security Framework 2.0 for a Moderate impact information system by gathering information developing foundational documents such as a System Security Plan Minimum Security Control Implementation (Common Shared Tailored) Business Impact Analysis Information System Contingency Plan Change Management Plan etc. and documenting applicable security controls and status (implemented partially implemented or not implemented). The individual will perform the following:

Gather information by identifying and reviewing existing documents policies and procedures; interviewing technical subject matter experts stakeholders and SoS operating units; and examining system outputs and artifacts.

Utilize the gathered information to create and maintain documentation that addresses applicable security controls for the SoS information system.

Create and maintain a plan of actions and milestones for identified security control gaps.

Collaborate with the Department CIO the OIS Information Security team and OIS managers to document implement and monitor the information security controls for the SoS Information System

Required /Desired Skills:

• Bachelors degree in a relevant Information Technology field
• 5 or more years of experience in information security including leadership roles
• Hands-on experience in risk management information security assessment security architecture and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure is a plus
• Familiarity with NIST standards (Risk Management Framework or Cybersecurity Framework)
• A relevant certification is preferred (e.g. CISSP CISM CISA)
• Strong communications and writing skills are required

Top Skills:

• Extended Detection and Response
• Security Information & Event Management Systems
• Risk Assessment
• Technical Security Controls