Security Analyst - Consultant

Security Analyst - Consultant (ISSO)

Role: Security Analyst - Consultant (ISSO)

Duration of the Contract: 12 months

Location: Columbia, SC

Interview Process: 2 rounds, Virtual & In Person

Work Location: Fully Onsite - 5 days onsite. Remote work is not available for this position.

Scope of the project:

• A successful Senior ISSO will lead the establishment, implementation and/or enhancement of Information Systems Security and Compliance efforts based on State/Agency Policy/Standards and Regulatory Guidance such as FISMA, NIST, CMS MARS-E, HIPAA, etc.

Required Knowledge/Skills:

• Must have a strong working knowledge of FISMA, NIST, CMS MARS-E, and HIPAA Security and Privacy.
• 5+ years of experience in IT working with and/or auditing IBM System 390/zSeries, Windows, Linux, Databases (Relational and Non-Relational), Networking Infrastructure, and Web-based Applications.
• Prior experience working within a FISMA or NIST-compliant program
• Prior experience in working with any eGRC systems.
• Prior Health Information Technology experience.
• ISC(2), ISACA, SANS GIAC, and/or other Information Security Certification is required.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate with multiple teams and vendors.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in order to meet deadlines.
• Experience and training with eGRC solutions.
• Risk management experience
• Ability to engage diverse audiences of varying technical and non-technical skill levels to ensure effective alignment of technical requirements to business objectives.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate efforts amongst multiple teams and vendors in fulfillment of SCDHHS OCS initiatives.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in order to meet deadlines in a results-oriented environment.
• Must have intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) to include working with templates and style guidelines for branding consistency.
• Keen attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the big picture.
• Ability to absorb, retain, and communicate complex processes.
• Ability to accept changes and constructive criticism and remain flexible in dealing with leadership and teams of varying technical and business knowledge.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• BS degree in computer science or similar discipline, or 10+ years of experience in the field or a related area.
• Prior ITIL experience in the area of Information Security Management.

Certification:

• ISC(2), ISACA, SANS GIAC, and/or other Information Security Certification is required.