DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: (Required)


Work involves planning, implementing, and monitoring security measures using the NIST Risk Management Framework and Texas security frameworks for information systems and infrastructures. Works under limited supervision, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

DUTIES - The essential duties for this contract include:

Coordinates the implementation of system security plans with agency personnel and outside vendors.

Confers with users to discuss issues such as account permission and data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.

Advises management and users regarding security configurations and procedures.

Develops and recommends plans to safeguard information systems from accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.

Participates in the development of information technology disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

Performs and reviews technical risk assessments and reviews of new and existing applications and systems, including data center physical security and environment.

Researches, evaluates, and recommends systems and procedures for the prevention, detection, containment, and correction of data security breaches.

Performs related work as assigned.

The workers' responsibilities and skills must include:  Years Skills/Experience

8+ Knowledge of common information security management frameworks such as the NIST Risk Management Framework, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and Texas Information Security Standards

8+ working in security as an ISSO or equivalent

Preferred (Optional): 

Years Skills/Experience

4 Experience working with critical timelines.

4 Experience bridging the technology gap for owners and custodians

4 Excellent written and verbal communication.

Fluent in the English language.

4 Experience conducting and documenting risk assessments and associated reports and supporting documentation

4-year degree + 2 years’ experience and experience can replace degree – Certification optional but preferred


WORK HOURS AND LOCATION:

Austin, TX - Hybrid 

8 AM to 5 PM, Central Time, Monday through Friday except State holidays.

Note: Working overtime may be expected in order to meet tight deadlines.

Candidate may be required to work evenings or weekends to meet business needs and deadlines.

Education: Bachelors Degree

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