Cybersecurity Analyst / Information Security Manager I

• Are you looking for an opportunity to work with a State of Texas agency?  
• How about a new position that adds state experience to your resume? 
• Does a position with health insurance and other benefits interest you? 
• Are you available and looking to start work ASAP?
  
  

If you answered yes to these questions, Peak Performers may have an opportunity for you! We have partnered with a State of Texas agency to recruit for a Cybersecurity Analyst in Austin, Texas.

The Cybersecurity Analyst will support the Cybersecurity Coordinator in the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer. The main responsibility will be processing and assessing applications for cybersecurity training program certification, per Texas Government Code Section 2054.519, to determine whether the programs sufficiently address the established cybersecurity content areas. This includes, but is not limited to, all portions of the assessment lifecycle, including logging and tracking submissions, viewing programs, assessing programs against established requirements, documenting results of assessments, communicating with applicants, and responding to related external stakeholder inquiries. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with other similar initiatives such as processing and assessing applications for cybersecurity program best practice certificates based on established criteria.

 

Possess current knowledge of Information Technology with a demonstrable security focus or major components, as well as knowledge of cybersecurity terms and concepts.  Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Maintains a professional work ethic and attends required meetings/staffing.

 

2+ years of experience in Information Technology with a security focus, and a CISSP, or any GIAC, CISM/A, CRISC, CEH, OSCP or Security+ certification.

 

Minimum Requirements:
 Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

Years

Required/Preferred

Experience

2

Required

Experience in Information Technology with a demonstrable security focus or major components

2

Required

Strong written and verbal communication skills 

2

Required

Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook

1

Required

Knowledge of cybersecurity terms and concepts 

2

Preferred

Knowledge of security awareness terms and concepts

2

Preferred

Experience conducting analysis of cybersecurity information