Information Security Analyst - W2 - eTek IT Services, Inc.
Boston, MA
About the Job
Role :
Information Security Analyst
Location: Boston, MA
Experience : 8+ years
W2 Contract
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Required Skills
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or similar are highly desirable. • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in information security, risk management, or a related field. • Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT).
Additional Skills
Job Description
& Summary of the Position
This posting is for an Information Security Analyst to assist the Executive Office for Administration and Finance IT (A F IT). A F IT is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Information Security Analyst to join the Office of the Chief Information Security Office (CISO) team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating internal and external audits, performing comprehensive risk assessments, and developing robust security policies. This role requires a deep understanding of security frameworks, regulatory requirements, and best practices to ensure the organization's information assets are protected against potential threats.
Key Responsibilities:
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Coordinate security audits between 3rd& party auditors and IT teams
Meet with auditors and confirm scope of engagements
Gather and organize responses and evidence
Consolidate materials and analyze content for completeness and accuracy
Solicit and coordinate reviews with security team SME(s)
Present information to auditors and other key stakeholders
Document and track progress of Corrective Action Plans
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Policy and Procedure administration
Manage catalog of Information Security Policies and Procedures
Ensure annual reviews and updates are complete
Work with the Department of Revenue’s (DOR’s) Risk Management team to identify business impact of policies
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Conduct Internal IT risk assessments
Interview SMEs and document in-place controls against NIST800-53
Identify control deficiencies
Drive remediation of deficiencies
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Facilitate Risk assessments of 3rd& party vendors
Maintain schedule of assessments
Maintain 3rd& party vendor questionnaires
Coordinate assessments between vendor, business and
Collect and consolidate responses
Escalate 3rd& party vendor control weaknesses to security team SME(s)
Qualifications:
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or similar are highly desirable.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in information security, risk management, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT).
Experience with risk assessment methodologies and tools.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to a non-technical audience.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Key Competencies:
Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
Commitment to continuous improvement and staying updated with the latest security trends and technologies
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Source : eTek IT Services, Inc.