Technical Security Risk & Governance Analyst ( PA Local | Hybrid) Farooq-PA

Technical Security Risk & Governance Analyst ( PA Local | Hybrid)

Full Time • Farooq-PA
📌 Job Post: Technical Security Risk & Governance Analyst (Hybrid)

Job Code: OA/EISO 795990
Client: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Location: Harrisburg, PA (Hybrid – 2 days onsite per week)
Duration: Through 06/30/2026 (Extension Possible)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week
Preference: Local candidates within 2 hours of Harrisburg

Job Summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Technical Security Risk & Governance Analyst to support its enterprise cybersecurity program. This role focuses on performing security risk assessments, control testing, governance, and compliance activities across on-premises and cloud environments. The analyst will collaborate with IT, audit, and business stakeholders to ensure security controls align with state policies and industry frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct technical security risk assessments for on-prem, cloud (IaaS/PaaS/SaaS), and hybrid systems.

  • Perform control design and operating effectiveness testing aligned with NIST CSF/800-53, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001.

  • Support Authority to Operate (ATO), continuous monitoring, and security attestations.

  • Maintain and update security policies, standards, procedures, and control libraries.

  • Coordinate internal and external audits (HIPAA, CJIS, PCI DSS, FERPA, IRS Pub 1075).

  • Perform third-party/vendor security reviews and support secure procurement activities.

  • Develop dashboards and reports using Excel and Power BI for leadership reporting.

  • Provide security guidance during incident response and change advisory reviews.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

  • 1–3 years of experience in information security, risk management, audit, or a related technical role.

  • Strong knowledge of security frameworks: NIST CSF/800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls.

  • Experience with risk analysis, control testing, and security documentation.

  • Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, and reporting to technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Security certifications: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CGRC (CAP), Security+, CCSP/CCSK, or CISA.

  • Cloud security experience with AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud.

  • Knowledge of IAM, network security, logging/SIEM, encryption, and DevOps security practices.

Work Requirements

  • Hybrid schedule with approximately 2 days onsite per week in Harrisburg, PA.

  • Occasional travel to data centers or agency sites may be required.

  • Background check required per state policy.

Compensation: $60.00 per hour




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