Job Title Security Analyst (State client exp must) Location Richmond, VA (Hybrid) Visa USC, GC Duration 12 Month Contract / C2C Job Description This position will focus on security analysis for our procurement teams. They will ensure that Commonwealth of Virginia Information Security Policies and Standards are followed by the Agency. The broad areas of responsibility for this position include identity and access management, System and services acquisition review, IT risk management, business continuity and IT disaster recovery planning, security awareness education and training, security vulnerability management and security incident management. Responsibilities: Share insight of Information security and IT procurement approaches and implementation methodologies Research and provide written guidance on alignment with security policies/standards. Perform tasks related to Security Compliance and Control Evaluation, Risk analysis, and procurement recommendations. Collaborate with Business areas and cross- functional Procurement Analysts or Enterprise Architects to fully understand business needs and provide strategic consultation on security and risk-averse acquisition. Comprehensive knowledge of Information Security principles; including information security trends, emerging technologies, best-practices, controls, models, architecture, etc. Practical experience with identity and access management, services and software acquisition or procurement, IT risk management, business continuity and IT disaster recovery planning, security awareness education and training, security vulnerability management, and security incident management. Skill Required. Knowledge and application of security best practices Experience in Security review/risk analysis Educational or Career Experience in Cybersecurity, Government technology implementation, IT Governance or related field(s). Knowledge of IT Procurement Experience in business writing and presenting