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Working Title: Information Security Analyst

Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3

Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Job ID : 83591

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes #LI-Hybrid

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 01/27/2025

• Closing Date : 02/05/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services

• Division/Unit : Office of Enterprise Tech / Access Control Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $32.89 - $54.06 / hourly; $68,674 - $112,877 / annually

• Job Class Option : Information Security

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Professional Employees (MAPE)

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position will be part of the Enterprise Security team, which embeds security protection statewide.

The Information Security Analyst (ISA) plays a vital role in protecting the state’s information and systems. In this position, you’ll monitor and analyze system activity, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend solutions to enhance security.

Your primary focus will be identity and access management (IAM). This includes processing user access requests, managing security tools, and collaborating with teams to improve processes for access, authentication, and authorization while ensuring compliance with policies and standards. You will also contribute to the development and maintenance of security guidelines and best practices.

This role spans various security domains, including network security, cryptography, application security, incident management, and disaster recovery planning. You’ll work hands-on with systems and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen security operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitor and analyze system logs to identify and resolve security issues.

• Manage identity and access requests and ensure proper IAM processes.

• Collaborate with teams to review and enhance IAM policies and procedures.

• Research, develop, and update security standards and guidelines.

• Provide recommendations and technical support to align with security objectives.

• Support security operations, incident management, and related activities.

This position is ideal for detail-oriented individuals who want to make an impact in cybersecurity.

This position is currently eligible for full-time telework:

• Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services allows an employee to perform work from a telework location and an employee may be required to be in the office based on business needs and other dependencies in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

• Only candidates located in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are telework eligible.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips here. (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :

Position requires a minimum of three (3) years of IT related experience in information security, including identity and access management (IAM) and authentication solutions administration.

Experience must include:

• Experience with patching, security technical implementation guides, configuration and upkeep of RSA Linux infrastructure.

• Experience reviewing logs, troubleshooting, and implementing fixes.

• Experience in working with Windows and Linux operating systems, including troubleshooting and system analysis.

• Experience with troubleshooting RSA SecurID and RSA ID Plus used for two factor authentication for network devices.

• Experience administering RSA Authentication Manager, including deploying authentication agents, configuring authentication policies, and managing RSA soft tokens, hard tokens, and Yubico YubiKeys.

• Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.

• Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.

A master’s degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor’s degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate’s degree substitutes for one (1) year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

• Experience with information security audits, assessment methodologies, and the development of privilege account management strategies.

• Experience writing project plans, allocating resources, and establishing priorities in team environments.

• Knowledge of compliance requirements, including Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards, data privacy laws, and statewide data protection regulations.

• Familiarity with ITIL framework and their application to IT and security operations.

• Demonstrated ability to react quickly to security threats, develop response plans, and implement automated response solutions.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

• Criminal History Check

• Reference Check

• Social Security and Address Verification

• Education Verification

• CJIS Background Check

• Other legally required checks

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.