NCDIT - Security Specialist- Mid Level (815891)

Project overview

NCDIT - Security Specialist- Mid Level (815891)

221 E Lane St, Raleigh, North Carolina 27601

Project details

Typical Experience: 36-60 months

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The Information Security Risk Analyst is responsible for performing an annual third-party risk assessment (TPA) of a technical implementation vendor. The basis of the assessment is the North Carolina Statewide Information Security Manual. The role will work with a lead analyst to perform the assessment and will own the delivery of System and Data Inventory, a Risk Registry, Risk Assessment Report (RAR).

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Minimum Education and Experience

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Job Facts: Contract W2 | Contract Corp To Corp | Remote

Skills: CISM, CISSP, NIST, Risk Assessments, Identity and Access Management, Information Security, Risk Assessment, Network Security, Inventory, Cryptography

Reference: Dice Id: RTX1bee1d | Position Id: 2026-2933

• Thorough knowledge of mainstream operating systems and security technologies, including network security appliances, identity and access management, and cryptography.
• Working knowledge of the IT security industry and federal/state regulations, with deep understanding of NIST SP 800-53, SP 800-30, and SP 800-37
• Strong ability to perform vendor interviews, evaluate evidence, and provide feedback to vendors
• Ability to prioritize and summarize risk assessment status to project managers and executive leadership.
• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or a related IT field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressive experience in IT Security or a closely related area; OR
• Associate degree in Computer Science or a related IT field and three years of progressive experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience
• Professional certifications such as CISSP or CISM.
• Experience performing NIST 800-53 based risk assessments.
• Experience with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and Privacy Framework
• Experience completing HITRUST risk assessments.
• Start: flexible
• Remote: remote
• Location: NC, US, US
• Languages: English