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Posting Number S06292P Position Title Information Security Analyst GRC Department Information Security Office Location Arlington Job Family Information Technology Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
Open to External and Internal Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience. Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA
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Job Summary The Information Security Analyst for Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) is responsible for supporting day-to-day information security governance risk and compliance activities and assigned projects. Major functions include information security risk management, security policy development and enforcement, 3rd party vendor management and incident response assistance. Assist with the development and delivery of risk assessments. Assist with the development, monitoring, and enforcement of policy and standards. Provide support for information security projects.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities - Support the mission of the UTA Information Security Office as a part of the Governance, Risk, and Compliance team.
- Assess University compliance with regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, FERPA, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and NIST 800-171.
- Develop and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures relating to organization-wide information security domains.
- Assist with risk assessments, tracking risk mitigations and verification of security controls.
- Assist in the generation of metrics and reports used to convey the status of the information security program to University leadership, UT System, and Texas Department of Information Resources.
- Provide support for information security related customer questions and help requests.
- Work closely with OIT, Internal Audit, and other University units to understand, assess, and develop plans for mitigating information security risk
- Support the development, implementation, and delivery of security awareness training programs.
- Assist with the management of the Incident Response Plan.
- Assist with security training exercises, incidents and investigations as needed.
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Two (2) years relevant IT or GRC experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certifications related to the duties and responsibilities specified, including but not limited to:
- Security +, SSCP, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, and/or CISA.
- Experience in Information Security Risk Management and the implementation of GRC strategies.
- Scripting and coding experience.
- Experience in higher education and/or Experience in Texas State government.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge regarding risk management practices and GRC concepts and automation tools.
- Knowledge and practical experience with security frameworks, e.g. NIST 800 series, NIST CSF, ISO 20001, CIS Top 20, CMMC.
- Technical knowledge of operating systems, defense-in-depth concepts, networks, security related technologies, and security configurations.
- Knowledgeable of current advances in areas of information technology concerning vulnerabilities, security breaches or malicious attacks. Experience in Nessus and Splunk a plus.
- Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Successful experience working, collaborating and establishing credibility and relationships with senior leadership, colleagues and customers.
- Ability to translate technical language to common language for non-technical users.
Other Requirements Working Conditions Special Conditions for Eligibility CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD or equivalent
- * How many years of professional experience do you have in the related field?
- None/less than 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 4 to 5 years
- 6 years or more
- * What certifications, if any, have you obtained? (Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents - Resume or CV
- Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
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Full time, Part time, Monday to Friday,