Cybersecurity Risk Analyst I
UF Information Technology (UFIT)
Date: 8 hours ago
City: Gainesville, FL
Contract type: Full time
Classification Title
IT Risk Analyst
Classification Minimum Requirements
Associates degree; or a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience, but does not negate the minimum degree requirements.
Job Description
This IT Risk Analyst I serves as an entry level position in Information Security, a unit within UF Information Technology (UFIT), and will support the university’s success through service and operational excellence.
This role within the Information Assurance team of the Information Security Office supports the information security environment throughout the University of Florida (UF) by executing the risk management process to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of UF data and information systems in compliance with law, regulations, policies, and standards at UF. Additionally, this position helps to create a risk aware culture by contributing to information security training and awareness activities.
Some Key Responsibilities And Characteristics Of This Position Are
Led by Vice President and CIO Elias Eldayrie, the eight departments comprising UFIT are: Academic Technology; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. UF Information Technology (UFIT) enables teaching, learning, research, and service on campus and across the region with state-of-the-art enterprise IT systems, including SEC and SUS universities, and the opportunity to teach using HiPerGator. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit https://it.ufl.edu/about-ufit/strategic-plan/.
About The University Of Florida
One of America’s all-around best universities, the University of Florida drives future-making education, eye-opening discoveries, life-saving health care, and community-building collaboration for our state, our nation, and our world. UF is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support various activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer various programs, including magnet schools and an International Baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.
Exceptional Benefits
UF provides various leave programs based on an employee’s salary plan, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, personal leave days, and paid family leave. In addition to paid time off, the University of Florida offers a very competitive benefits package.
Expected Salary
$61,693-$64,000; commensurate based on education and experience.
Required Qualifications
Associates degree; or a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience, but does not negate the minimum degree requirements.
Preferred
The ideal candidate will possess the following education, experience, and skills:
This role will be based in one of our Gainesville offices and may include a hybrid schedule: three days in the office (Wednesday required) and two days remote.
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
A Criminal Background Screening is required.
Applicants are required to submit the following with their application:
Health Assessment Required: No
IT Risk Analyst
Classification Minimum Requirements
Associates degree; or a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience, but does not negate the minimum degree requirements.
Job Description
This IT Risk Analyst I serves as an entry level position in Information Security, a unit within UF Information Technology (UFIT), and will support the university’s success through service and operational excellence.
This role within the Information Assurance team of the Information Security Office supports the information security environment throughout the University of Florida (UF) by executing the risk management process to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of UF data and information systems in compliance with law, regulations, policies, and standards at UF. Additionally, this position helps to create a risk aware culture by contributing to information security training and awareness activities.
Some Key Responsibilities And Characteristics Of This Position Are
- Executes the UF Information risk assessment process, which includes (but is not limited to):
- Executes the risk management process concluding with risk assessments for all systems
- Assists units in developing and maintaining an accurate inventory of data and systems
- Follows procedures to recommend security systems, tools, and procedures to meet defined security requirements and goals:
- Contributes to security guidance to help units improve security posture and reduce risk
- Suggests processes and procedures to implement UF information security policies and standards
- Assists units in selecting technology that has already been assessed for security and implemented in UF’s information technology environment
- Contributes to the information security training and awareness program, which includes (but is not limited to):
- Collaborates with communications, training, web development, and other teams to prepare and produce content, materials, and events
- Assists as a technical resource for other teams supporting information security training and awareness activities
- Organizes and staffs information security awareness events
Led by Vice President and CIO Elias Eldayrie, the eight departments comprising UFIT are: Academic Technology; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. UF Information Technology (UFIT) enables teaching, learning, research, and service on campus and across the region with state-of-the-art enterprise IT systems, including SEC and SUS universities, and the opportunity to teach using HiPerGator. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit https://it.ufl.edu/about-ufit/strategic-plan/.
About The University Of Florida
One of America’s all-around best universities, the University of Florida drives future-making education, eye-opening discoveries, life-saving health care, and community-building collaboration for our state, our nation, and our world. UF is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support various activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer various programs, including magnet schools and an International Baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.
Exceptional Benefits
UF provides various leave programs based on an employee’s salary plan, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, personal leave days, and paid family leave. In addition to paid time off, the University of Florida offers a very competitive benefits package.
Expected Salary
$61,693-$64,000; commensurate based on education and experience.
Required Qualifications
Associates degree; or a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience, but does not negate the minimum degree requirements.
Preferred
The ideal candidate will possess the following education, experience, and skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, business administration, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of combined IT and security experience with a broad range of exposure to data, network systems, and web applications preferred
- Novice level knowledge of security issues, techniques, and implications across all existing computer platforms
- Familiarity with security standards, applicable laws, and regulations such as National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
- Awareness of current standards and trends in IT and emerging technology
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, outstanding communicator; interpersonal skills; and the ability to work collegially and interact effectively with all constituencies
- Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision
This role will be based in one of our Gainesville offices and may include a hybrid schedule: three days in the office (Wednesday required) and two days remote.
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
A Criminal Background Screening is required.
Applicants are required to submit the following with their application:
- Cover Letter
- Resume or CV
- Professional References (Minimum of 3)
Health Assessment Required: No
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