Information Security Analyst 1

Georgia Department Of Public Health

Job Location:

Atlanta, GA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 44998 - 59143

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

This is a GRANT FUNDED position and subject to available grant funds.

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Who We Are.We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease injury and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits so you can:

Make a Professional Impact Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live work and play.
Enjoy Workplace Flexibility Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents.
Work witha Dynamic and Diverse Team Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
Achieve Career Longevity Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career.
Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving no matter your role.
Feel Pride in Where you Work Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you.

Job Responsibilities

Under supervision implements agency activities in Information Technology specifically in the field of Information Security enforces the organizations security policies and procedures manages security awareness program and facilitates weekly vulnerability review meetings. Participates in the design of and development of security procedures policies and plans to allow the deployment management control updating of platform and user specific security policies on a diverse range of internal hardware platforms supporting various software operating systems. Manages IT inventory tracking refresh and surplus.

Auditing and Compliance

Maintain IT inventory manage refresh and surplus.
Audit laptops deployed to ensure they are being used properly and in compliance with security policies and procedures.
Verify and enforce the principle of least privilege for all user access rights ensuring compliance with organizational security policies and procedures.
Analyze audit findings and provide recommendations for security improvements and procedural changes to the IT department.
Develop and maintain audit procedures guidelines and standards.

Vulnerability & Risk Management

Review and analyze vulnerability scans to identify weaknesses and risks.
Develop and manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs) for identified vulnerabilities.
Lead and manage the weekly Vulnerability Change Advisory Board meeting with IT managers.

Information Security & Policy Management

Implement enforce and maintain the organizations comprehensive information security policies procedures and plans.
Design develop and manage platform and user-specific security procedures policies and plans across a diverse range of internal hardware and various operating systems.
Manage the organizations security awareness program ensuring all staff are educated on current security risks and best practices.
Oversee the information security components of the Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) plans.
Ensure continuous compliance with all relevant industry and government regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and four (4) years of information technology experience.

Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge education job or intern experience training or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.

Required Skills

Exceptional attention to detail.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel Ivanti and ServiceNow for data analysis tracking and reporting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills able to explain complex technical information to non-technical staff.
Experience developing processes and writing Standard Operating Procedures.

Additional Information

The DPH Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity can be allocated per workday typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees diplomas licensures and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance will not be provided.

As an employee of DPH in the event of an identified emergency you may be required as a term and condition of employment to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services programs activities and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) email a request by the closing date of this announcement to:.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Required Experience:

DescriptionThis is a GRANT FUNDED position and subject to available grant funds.Click HERE for VideoWho We Are.We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse commu...