Information Security Analyst (GRC), Information Technology [R0143080] [FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE]

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) appreciates your interest in employment. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:  

• Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.  
• Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.  
• Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.  If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or unlvjobs@unlv.edu.

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Information Security Analyst (GRC), Office of Information Technology [R0143080] [FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE].

ROLE of the POSITION

The Information Security Analyst (GRC) will work closely with the Director of Business Continuity and Resiliency in the development, support, maintenance, and testing of the university’s Business Continuity and Resiliency (BCR) program. Working in the Information Security Office within the Office of Information Technology (OIT), the Information Security Analyst (GRC) will be responsible for day-to-day information technology (IT) governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) functions associated with a comprehensive resiliency program. The incumbent will be experienced in or knowledgeable about a broad range of security, risk and compliance subject areas. The incumbent will help define, create, and manage IT policies and standards in support of legal and regulatory compliance needs with an initial focus on compliance and risk management efforts across OIT service areas but will expand to include other university organizations. The position will be a team member in a fast-paced, growing environment focusing on assessment, protection, detection, response, and recovery. It requires the ability to switch between a range of tasks as needs arise and exercise sound problem-solving skills. The incumbent must be able to develop and present information, ideas, and instructions with minimal oversight and exhibit strong written and verbal communications skills.

This position will assist in providing support and coordination of activities that help the University meet its obligations to governing agencies. This would include training, management, monitoring, and data classification. The position is also responsible for the development and maintenance of regulatory policies and procedures for all areas of the university. These regulations include, but are not limited to, FERPA, PCI-DSS, GLBA, and HIPPA.

As a member of the Information Security Office, this position may be called upon to perform tasks in support of managing reported security incidents. Additionally, in the performance of their duties, the incumbent will report any situations of non-compliance with university security policies or adopted security standards and practices.

Working closely with business partners, they will be responsible for coordinating all continuity and resiliency functions including business impact and risk analysis, business continuity planning, site incident management plan development, maintenance and testing. This position will also support the business units during times of crisis an interface with additional shared services partners as need during business interruptions.

PROFILE of UNLV INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

UNLV Information Technology provides leadership, support, training, and enterprise IT services that empower students, faculty, and staff. We have a passion for providing excellent customer service and we value individuality and encourage our employees to be their geekiest selves.   

We believe every person brings with them unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives and we value these differences. One of our best opportunities is to deliver a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and focused on equality and to hire candidates who share these values.   

Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

MINIMUM & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 3 years of experience. Experience working in a higher education environment is preferred. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

KNOWLEDGE

Required

• IT background with practical knowledge of various technologies, including operating systems, servers/storage, network and web infrastructure, database architectures, software development, endpoint management, advanced threat protection, data loss prevention, and intrusion detection and prevention systems.

• Experience with IT operational processes, including software release principles, asset management, configuration management, incident management, and change management.

• Familiarity with business continuity and disaster recovery frameworks, principles, and best practices.

• Familiarity with risk assessment and management frameworks, principles, and best practices.

• Familiarity with audit and compliance frameworks, principles, and best practices.

• Experience with policy management and necessary documentation standards.

• Experience working with matrixed teams responsible for influencing and communicating across many university levels.

• Understanding of how social, political, environmental, economic, and conflict dynamics can affect enterprise risk.

• Strong analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities and exceptional customer service orientation.

Preferred

• Business Continuity certification from DRI, BCI, or comparable.

• Risk Management Certification

• GRC Certification

SKILLS

Required

Planning and Priority Management

• Experience that reflects the ability to: be flexible, provide realistic resource requirements, develop methods for prioritizing ever-changing needs, create measurable objectives, and be accountable.

• Ability to prioritize multiple requests for services from a broad constituent base, including Vice Presidents, Deans, and Directors of central administrative units (e.g., Academics, Finance, Human Resources, Student Affairs, etc.).

Interpersonal Skills and Communication

• Demonstrate the skill to communicate effectively orally and in writing with non-technical and technical audiences.

• Communicate effectively within the unit, the OIT organization, and the campus community.

• Promote and sustain awareness of the services offered and responsibilities of all units with OIT.

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• None

ABILITIES

Required

Discipline-Specific

• Analyze, understand, and effectively translate business risks into BC and GRC plans and procedures.

• Perform industry research to determine best practices for BC and GRC audits and testing.

• Effective problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills to influence leadership and internal and external partners.

• Work in partnership with stakeholders to establish business process requirements, analyze potential new services, prioritize projects, and develop and implement resiliency plans.

• Assess performance and recommend new measures to improve performance.

• Analyze current applications, recommend products, architecture strategies, software platforms, and database standards, and develop strategies to support business resiliency programs.

• Manage vendor relationships, including contract compliance requirements.

• Oversee projects from inception through implementation to ensure timely, practical completion and compliance.

• Work with the OIT project management team to manage projects, providing information about the timeframe, cost, delivery, issue resolution, risk mitigation, and status communication.

• Handle multiple simultaneous tasks and priority changes efficiently and effectively.

• Work both independently and collaboratively with peers, across teams, and management

• Exceptional business and technical writing capabilities

Preferred

• None

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY RANGE

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including:

  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays

  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision

  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• No state income tax (for Nevada Residents)

• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs

• Connect with colleagues with shared interests

• Personal and professional development opportunities

• UNLV athletics ticket discounts

• Statewide employee purchase program discounts

• RebelCard discounts on and off campus

• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost

• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Although this position will remain open until the position is filled or 100 applications are received, a review of candidates’ materials will begin on or after July 8, 2024. 

Materials should be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact OIT Human Resources at (702) 895-1806 or oithumanresources@unlv.edu.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0143080” in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s annual listing of the nation’s most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both. 

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEOGRY

Administrative Faculty

Exempt

Full-Time Equivalent

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified,  HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. 

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.  

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.