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Client: Georgia Department of Human Services (GA DHS)
Location: 47 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
Rate: $53.75/hr
Duration: Long-term contract

Role Overview:

The Georgia DHS is seeking an experienced Information Security Analyst to safeguard critical systems and protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The analyst will support security operations, incident response, compliance, and audit readiness while working with enterprise security tools like Splunk, CrowdStrike Falcon, and Tenable.

This role requires a strong understanding of security frameworks (NIST, FISMA, IRS Pub 1075, CMS, SSA) and hands-on experience monitoring and responding to security events. The ideal candidate will also provide leadership in awareness training and ensure that risks are managed proactively.

Key Responsibilities:

Security Operations & Monitoring

Monitor enterprise systems using CrowdStrike (EDR), Splunk (SIEM), and Tenable (Vulnerability Management).

Detect, investigate, and respond to threats impacting CUI and enterprise security.

Maintain dashboards, alerts, and reports for proactive risk detection.

Vulnerability & Risk Management:

Conduct vulnerability assessments and validate remediation closure.

Support patch and configuration management to reduce risk exposure.

Provide risk posture updates and metrics to leadership.

Compliance & Documentation:

Maintain and update System Security Plans (SSPs).

Support audits (IRS, CMS, SSA, NIST, FISMA) with documentation and evidence.

Ensure compliance with evolving security frameworks.

Incident Response:

Triage, investigate, and document security incidents.

Coordinate containment, eradication, and recovery.

Provide incident reports, root cause analysis, and lessons learned.

Security Awareness & Training:

Deliver awareness programs on phishing defense, CUI handling, and insider threats.

Conduct specialized training for privileged users and administrators.

Track participation and effectiveness of training programs.

Reporting & Communication:

Create dashboards and reports via Splunk, Tenable, and CrowdStrike.

Deliver executive-level updates on risks, compliance, and incidents.

Track remediation and ensure timely closure of findings.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, IT, or related field; or equivalent experience.

Hands-on experience with Splunk, CrowdStrike Falcon, and Tenable Nessus/Tenable.sc.

Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks: NIST, FISMA, IRS Pub 1075, CMS, SSA.

At least 1 year of experience in incident response, vulnerability management, and risk assessments.

Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Highly Desired Skills:

Professional certifications: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CISSP, CISM, GIAC (must upload certification).

Experience managing System Security Plans (SSPs) and audit readiness.

Familiarity with cloud and endpoint security technologies.

Prior experience delivering security awareness training.

⚡ This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact by strengthening the cybersecurity posture of a State of Georgia agency while working in a hybrid environment.
Reference : Information Security Analyst (776405) jobs

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