Cyber Security Analyst

Position: Cyber Security Analyst

Duration: 17 Months

Location: Maine (100% Remote)

Top 3 Skills:

Skill 1- Information Security

Skill 2- Project Management

Skill 3- Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

Key Responsibilities/Skills:

Risk Assessment and Analysis:

• Conduct comprehensive information security risk assessments across various State of Maine agencies.
• Identify, assess, and measure risks in systems, applications, technical environments, networks, and workflows.
• Clearly document vulnerabilities, including their potential impact, likelihood of exploitation, and affected areas.
• Prepare detailed risk assessment reports to guide management action identified risks.

Risk Mitigation and Compliance:

• Compare current security measures against regulatory expectations and assess the effectiveness of security controls.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop mitigation plans to reduce risks to acceptable levels.
• Provide consultative advice for the development and implementation of risk response plans.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements in policies, processes, and standards to bridge security gaps.

Stakeholder Engagement and Program Development:

• Manage relationships with business partners and lead discussions on information security risks and mitigation strategies.
• Assist in the development and deployment of training materials to promote compliance and risk awareness.
• Contribute to the development of operational practices, procedures, and activities supporting the Risk Management Program initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in risk management, including the capability to effectively document and present risk assessment findings.
• proficiency in understanding and applying information security principles
• knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and regulations related to information security.