Information Security Analyst 1

Salary: $44,998.81 - $59,143.37 Annually Location : Atlanta, GA Job Type: Full Time Salaried Job Number: 2025-11480 Division/Section: Information Technology (IT) Opening Date: 02/16/2026 Closing Date: 3/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description This is a GRANT FUNDED position and subject to available grant funds. Click HERE for VideoWho We Are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters. What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can: Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play. Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents. Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths. Achieve Career Longevity - Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career. Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role. Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you. Job Responsibilities Under supervision, implements agency activities in Information Technology, specifically in the field of Information Security, enforces the organizations' security policies and procedures, manages security awareness program and facilitates weekly vulnerability review meetings. Participates in the design of and development of security procedures, policies and plans to allow the deployment management, control updating of platform and user specific security policies on a diverse range of internal hardware platforms supporting various software operating systems. Manages IT inventory tracking, refresh and surplus. Auditing and Compliance Maintain IT inventory, manage refresh and surplus. Audit laptops deployed to ensure they are being used properly and in compliance with security policies and procedures. Verify and enforce the principle of least privilege for all user access rights ensuring compliance with organizational security policies and procedures. Analyze audit findings and provide recommendations for security improvements and procedural changes to the IT department. Develop and maintain audit procedures, guidelines, and standards. Vulnerability & Risk Management Review and analyze vulnerability scans to identify weaknesses and risks. Develop and manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs) for identified vulnerabilities. Lead and manage the weekly Vulnerability Change Advisory Board meeting with IT managers. Information Security & Policy Management Implement, enforce, and maintain the organization's comprehensive information security policies, procedures, and plans. Design, develop, and manage platform and user-specific security procedures, policies and plans across a diverse range of internal hardware and various operating systems. Manage the organization's security awareness program, ensuring all staff are educated on current security risks and best practices. Oversee the information security components of the Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) plans. Ensure continuous compliance with all relevant industry and government regulations. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma/GED and four (4) years of information technology experience. Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year. Required Skills Exceptional attention to detail. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Ivanti and ServiceNow for data analysis, tracking and reporting. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to explain complex technical information to non-technical staff. Experience developing processes and writing Standard Operating Procedures. Additional Information The DPH Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity can be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break. Employment Information Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Relocation assistance will not be provided. As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department. ADA Statement DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email a request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@. DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance. Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave. 01 The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions? Yes No 02 Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health or the County Board of Health? No Full Time Employee Part Time Employee Temp or Contractor Intern Volunteer 03 What is your highest level of education completed? Doctorate's Degree Master's Degree Bachelor's Degree Associate's Degree High School Diploma GED 04 How many years of experience do you have maintaining IT inventory, managing refreshes and surplus? (Experience MUST be shown on application for consideration.) None 1 - 2 years 3 - 5 years 6 - 8 years More than 8 years 05 How many years of experience do you have designing, developing, and managing platform and user-specific security procedures? (Experience MUST be shown on application for consideration.) None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 to 7 years 8 to 10 years More than 10 years 06 How many years of experience do you have in identifying IT threats, assessing vulnerability and determining risks? (Experience MUST be shown on application for consideration.) None Less than 1 Year 1+ Years 2+ Years 3+ Years 4+ Years More than 5 Years Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10