New Job Information Security Analyst 3 In Georgia

Connect passion with purpose. The Georgia Department of Public Health 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 the health of
the population of Georgia as our work impacts past, present, and future generations.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work
schedule, unique training opportunities, engaging worksite wellness events, wellness
breaks, lactation rooms, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid
holidays, vacation, and sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance; in
addition to telework opportunities depending on the position.

Make your mark in public service. As an accredited public health department, we're
seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of IT Security Analyst 3.

Won't you join us?

This position plans, directs and coordinates agency activities in information security; develops and enforces DPH's security policies. procedures and information security awareness program. This position also serves as a liaison to Federal / State auditors in performing routine audits of IT systems and user access permissions; assists with the documentation and information gathering for system security plans, Incident response plans, disaster recovery plans, and business continuity plans; performs investigative analysis of system logs and vulnerability scans.

This position reports directly to the Information Security Officer.

Competencies

• 
  Customer/Stakeholder Focus
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Knowledge of Security best practices
• Organization & Planning

• Answers requests for information.
• Using scanning tools and reports, Identifies, and communicates vulnerabilities and Risks. Creates remediation plan and follows to completion.
• Manage, report and document security incidents.
• Conducts in-depth research and analysis on current threats and network vulnerabilities.
• Works with vendors and OIT team to review new projects for security compliance.
• Performs system and application security assessments.
• Enforce, review, and write IT policies.
• Participate in audits and PEN tests..
• Manage Security Awareness training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, information assurance, or a related field from an accredited college or university AND Six years of information technology experience, Two years of which in information security or information assurance.

Note: An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.

• At least one IT Certificate
• S Effective planning and problem-solving abilities
• Strong technical expertise
• Experience managing audits
• strong interpersonal and leadership skills, high level of motivation, decisiveness, and flexibility
• must be highly organized, with effective prioritization skills
• Strong analytical abilities
• Experience working with cybersecurity best practices and frameworks such as NIST 800-53, SOC2
• Experience with PII, PHI and HIPAA and PCI regulations.
• Working knowledge of the incident management process

The Georgia Department of Public Health 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 wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally 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). DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

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

Relocation assistance is not 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.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email you request to [email protected] by the closing date of this announcement.

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 receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for 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.