IT SECURITY ANALYST I

The State of Arkansas Department of Human Services serves Arkansans and works to protect vulnerable individuals and communities. The IT Security Analyst I protects computer systems, networks, and data by monitoring for threats, assessing vulnerabilities, responding to incidents, maintaining security controls, and supporting compliance with security standards.

What you'll do:

• Monitor network traffic, systems, and applications for suspicious activity and potential threats
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks
• Investigate, document, and respond to security incidents, breaches, and anomalies
• Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures to protect information technology infrastructure
• Collaborate with information technology teams to ensure secure configurations of systems and applications
• Maintain and update security tools such as firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems
• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards
• Provide security awareness training to employees to promote best practices
• Research and evaluate emerging security technologies and threats to recommend innovative solutions
• Prepare detailed reports on security incidents, vulnerabilities, and risk mitigation strategies

What they're looking for:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to detect and resolve security threats
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in high-stakes situations
• Effective communication skills for reporting incidents and providing recommendations to technical and non-technical personnel
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate and prevent potential security breaches
• Commitment to continuous learning to stay current with evolving cybersecurity threats and technologies
• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and frameworks such as General Data Protection Regulation or Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
• Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and cloud security principles

Benefits:

• Pension
• Maternity leave
• Paid state holidays