A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should specifically address your interest in the position and outline particular skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

We are seeking a Data Security Analyst to join Computing and Multimedia Technologies (CMT) at the Survey Research Center (SRC) within the Institute for Social Research (ISR). CMT provides an opportunity to work in a collaborative team with the mission of providing excellent customer service in support of social science research and data collection.

The Data Security Analyst monitors, evaluates, and maintains systems and procedures to protect the SRC and ISR information systems, networks, and data. 

They will report to the Director of CMT.

Research and document information security standards (NIST, CJIS, etc.) as part of system compliance and certification processes. Review audit results and implement changes to procedures and technical systems to ensure requirements are successfully met.

Work with technical staff to implement information security plans, processes, and procedures.

Act as a liaison to U-M Information Assurance and the greater U-M security community.

Collaborate with stakeholders to identify security issues and possible solutions. Define new security processes in consultation with research project staff. Communicate status updates with technical staff, project staff, and faculty regarding security projects, tasks, and process changes.

Perform systems and website vulnerability scanning and assist technical staff with vulnerability remediation and other relevant security procedures. Monitor, evaluate, and audit systems and procedures to ensure that information systems are in compliance with the applicable security standards.

Identify, evaluate, and implement information security tools and processes to support compliance with required information assurance standards and improve organizational data security. 

Provide guidance and training to project and operations technical staff to ensure that users are prepared for and understand security procedures and standards. 

Perform security incident handing procedures in the identification, containment, and remediation of incidents. Consult with faculty and staff to recommend corrective actions to mitigate future data security breaches.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or an equivalent combination of education, certifications and experience. 

5 years of experience securing electronic information technology, network environments, and computer systems in a Microsoft Windows environment.

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy.

Demonstrated proficiency with documenting systems and procedures to support regulatory compliance requirements. 

Knowledge of security incident handling practices and experience assisting technical staff with incident handling.

Demonstrated proficiency with information security concepts, procedures and practices.

Demonstrated proficiency with networking protocols and security related technologies including encryption, VPN, and firewalls.

Experience securing systems in a commercial cloud environment.

Experience with website vulnerability scanning and remediation.

Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm

This position allows flexibility for a hybrid work environment but will require regularly scheduled on-site work to provide incident response and remediation.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

The Institute for Social Research (ISR) at the University of Michigan seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the university, and to ground our research in varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. 

Benefits at the University of Michigan

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and any eligible family members and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off 
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting upon meeting eligibility requirements 
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance 
• Life insurance 
• Long-term disability coverage 
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Institute for Social Research job openings are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. 

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.