Information Security Control Assurance Analyst

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. Lead and perform information security risk and compliance assessments across University systems and services .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,209 - $96,352 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in information security risk management, compliance assessments, and the development of security policies and documentation. Proficient in applying NIST frameworks and understanding regulatory requirements within the higher education sector.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Information Security Risk AssessmentNIST SP 800-53Compliance ReportingInternal and External AuditsInformation Security Governance

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Hard Skills

Risk Management FrameworkSecurity Policy DevelopmentControl Gap IdentificationRemediation TrackingData Privacy Requirements

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationAnalytical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

ITIL

Industry Keywords

GLBAFERPAHigher Education ComplianceFederal Regulatory RequirementsState Regulatory Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ITSM

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and perform information security risk and compliance assessments across University systems and services
Develop, maintain, and review System Security Plans, risk assessments, and supporting documentation
Identify control gaps and security deficiencies, assess risk, and document actionable recommendations
Manage Plans of Action and Milestones, including tracking remediation, validating corrective actions, and reporting progress
Coordinate and support internal and external audits and assessments
Monitor and interpret changes in federal and state information security and data privacy requirements
Develop and maintain information security policies, standards, procedures, and governance documentation
Partner with ISMO, Privacy, Legal, and business stakeholders to implement controls and processes
Prepare and deliver compliance, risk, and audit reporting to management and leadership
Contribute to continuous improvement of information security governance, risk management, and compliance programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 years of experience in a related field
Completion of a Bachelor's Degree or working toward a degree in a related field
Equivalent of experience in lieu of degree acceptable
Understanding of technical, administrative, and physical information security controls
Knowledge of information security governance, risk management, and compliance principles
Working knowledge of NIST frameworks and standards, including NIST SP 800-53, 800-171, and the Risk Management Framework
Familiarity with federal and state regulatory requirements and higher education compliance obligations, including GLBA, FERPA, and Simplified FAFSA Act
Advanced understanding of information security policies, standards, procedures, and governance documentation
Experience supporting internal and external audits
Ability to translate complex regulatory and technical security requirements into practical controls and processes
Working understanding of IT service management concepts and best practices, such as ITIL

Benefits

Comp & perks

High-quality, low-deductible medical insurance
Low to no-cost dental and vision plans
5 weeks of paid time off
Almost a dozen paid holidays
Employer-funded retirement
Free tuition program
Parental leave
Mental health and wellbeing resources
100% remote work from an approved state
Reliable internet connection and dedicated, properly equipped workspace