Information Security Analyst

Position Details --------------------

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Information Security Analyst

Job Category

Staff & Executive - Information Technology

Department OIT - Information Security

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list.

Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Information Security Analyst in the Information Security Office (ISO) within the Office of Information Technology.

Under the direction of Manager IT, the Information Security Analyst will function as a member of the Rutgers IT – Governance, Risk, and Compliance (IT-GRC) team that leads campus-wide Risk management, compliance, and cybersecurity trainings.

The Information Security Analyst is responsible for leading the evaluation, development, implementation, mitigation, education, training, and awareness of campus-wide information security processes and policies.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Responsible for facilitating and evaluating internal and 3rd party information security risk assessments.
• Provides risk remediation recommendations to mitigate identified control gaps and drives awareness of available supporting resources and technologies.
• Works closely with stakeholders across campus to ensure that risks are well documented and communicated.
• Maintains a formal risk register that drives security governance and ensures security funding is aligned with business objectives.
• Acts as a subject matter expert for end-to-end management of findings for information security assessments for vendors, applications.
• Works closely with the Project Management Office (PMO) and other IT teams to define security requirements, track issues and concerns, provide solutions, communicate identified vulnerabilities, and identify exceptions to policy.

FLSA Exempt

Grade 34S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary 106113.000

Mid Range Salary 128245.000

Maximum Salary 152927.000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure.

We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Five (5) years of experience in an information security program.
• Equivalent education, experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirements.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certification such as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICALDEMANDS:

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
• No special vision requirements.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds for the purpose of moving computer equipment.

WORKENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment.
• Moderate noise. .

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 26ST2084

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)

City New Brunswick

State NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply.

Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.

As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or related discipline and have five (5) years of experience in an information security program?
• Yes
• No
• Do you have equivalent education, experience and/or training that may be substituted for the degree requirements?

+ Yes

+ No

+ N/A

Applicant Documents

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Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

• Writing Sample 1
• Certifications/Licenses