Information Security Analyst V

at State of Vermont in Montpelier, Vermont, United States

Job Description

The Deputy Director for Outreach and Threat Intelligence (Information Security Analyst V) is responsible for the leadership and management of key functions and staff of the Information Security at a professional level. The successful candidate will oversee the management of large-scale, high impact Information Security threat intelligence, grant programs, and statewide liaison duties. This position may also oversee the Information Security team in the absence of the Chief Information Security Officer. 

Positions at this level seek out and form partnerships within departments/agencies across State Government and beyond to help support high level strategic plans.  Incumbents stay current with all high-level planning in ADS and with current trends in project management and business analysis to help develop processes and procedures, formulate budgets, monitor costs, and allocate resources that focus on, but are not limited to, integrating and auditing security capabilities and optimizing security of networks, applications, and technical infrastructure according to priorities and in alignment with the Governor's priorities.  

Work is performed under the general direction of an appointed senior manager (Secretary, Chief Information Security Officer) and,

• Provides high level leadership and management for the planning and oversight of information security projects and programs.
• Develops and leads the cyber threat intelligence program under the direction of the Chief Information Security Officer.
• Works with groups across Vermont state and local governments on relevant projects.  Works with federal partners administering grant programs related to cybersecurity and cyber resilience.  
• Provides in person support and services as the primary Information Security liaison on behalf of the Secretary and CISO.
• Collaborates with senior management to develop strategies and standards to support agency initiatives.
• Directs the professional development and training of Information Security staff.
• Is responsible for the oversight of the Independent Review process and procurement activities.
• Is responsible for the oversight of Independent Review vendor performance.
• Organizes meetings with senior business leaders/management and/or IT management to discuss project/program risks, issues and facilitate appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Acts as a champion for the Agency of Digital Services and the Information Security program.

Candidates must pass a fingerprint-supported background check based on the assigned job duties and location of the position.

Most work is performed in a standard office setting and there is considerable interaction with high level managers and staff, as well as occasional work with other State agencies, interest groups, regional and/or national groups. Work outside of regular 7:45am - 4:30pm schedule can be anticipated.