IT Security Specialist

3 weeks ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Vector Consulting Full time
About the Role:
This position supports the agency's Information Security mission by implementing strategic approaches, plans, programs, and procedures. The IT Security Analyst will focus on security analysis for procurement teams, ensuring compliance with agency Information Security Policies and Standards. Key responsibilities include identity and access management, system and services acquisition review, IT risk management, business continuity and IT disaster recovery planning, security awareness education and training, security vulnerability management, and security incident management. The ideal candidate will have 10 years of experience in security review and risk analysis, with a strong background in cybersecurity, government technology implementation, or IT governance. Additionally, they will have excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to break down complex technical terms into everyday language. The successful candidate will work closely with business areas and cross-functional teams to provide strategic consultation on security and risk-averse acquisition.

Responsibilities:

* Document processes and script narratives/executive summaries.
* Create business-focused documentation for circulation among readers with various technical understanding.
* Share insights on Information Security and IT procurement approaches and implementation methodologies.
* Research and provide written guidance on alignment with security policies/standards.
* Perform tasks related to Security Compliance and Control Evaluation, Risk analysis, and procurement recommendations.

Qualifications:

* Comprehensive knowledge of Information Security principles, including information security trends, emerging technologies, best-practices, controls, models, architecture, etc.
* Practical experience with identity and access management, services and software acquisition or procurement, IT risk management, business continuity and IT disaster recovery planning, security awareness education and training, security vulnerability management, and security incident management.
* Familiarity with the Commonwealth of Virginia's Information Security Standards and/or the National Institute of Standards and Technology Publication.
* Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, exercise judgment, interpret laws and policies, and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of individuals in both the public and private sectors.
* Experience in monitoring IT environments for compliance with information security architecture policies and standards.
* Ability to provide input and security direction for future designs, information security capabilities, and strategic technology alternatives.

About Vector:

Vector Consulting, Inc. is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. With over 30 years of experience, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability, and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization's operating philosophy and commitment to People, Partnerships, Purpose, and Performance - THE VECTOR WAY.

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