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The Office of the Philadelphia City Commissioners is a three-member bipartisan board of elected officials in charge of elections and voter registration for the City of Philadelphia. The City of Philadelphia is the sixth largest city in the United States and one of the largest employers in Southeastern Pennsylvania.    

The Information Security Analyst will specialize in identifying, tracking, and managing risks and vulnerabilities affecting the City of Philadelphia’s IT environment.  The analyst will also contribute to the development of the City Commissioner’s information security program and provide analytical support for the ISG.  The preferred candidate will be able to work effectively in a collaborative environment and will have a strong interest in the current security landscape, resources and threats affecting large municipal government networks.

Essential Functions
•    Test effectiveness of IT and business process controls and provide remediation recommendations
•    Perform application, vulnerability and penetration testing and communicate findings to business unit leaders and technical subject matter experts
•    Document, track, and report on, and effectively communicate risks to the City of Philadelphia 
•    Create controls, standards, and guidance documentation
•    Track and report on the effectiveness of information security technology, processes and polices
•    Support and participate in Information Security projects and initiatives as needed, including development of security monitoring procedures, incident response planning, etc.
•    Other duties as assigned

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to:
•    Use and manage GRC and/or IRM tools 
•    Perform application, vulnerability and penetration testing using standard industry tools
•    Perform internal risk assessments
•    Solve practical problems and in situations where only limited standardization exists
•    Effectively communicate with both Business Unit leaders and technical professionals
•    Understand regulatory requirements and their application to a variety of business units
•    Stay informed of Industry trends and emerging threat landscape.
Knowledge of:
•    Information Security principals and best practices
•    Working knowledge of Information Security Technology: GRC or IRM Tools, Vulnerability Management tools, SIEM, A/V tools, etc.
•    In depth knowledge of Information Security regulations, compliance requirements and frameworks that apply to city governmental agencies: HIPAA, HITECH, CJIS, PCI, FTI, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-53, CIS Controls 

•    3 or more years’ experience in an Information Security, IT Risk Management, or IT Audit role, with experience working in government, large campus or large enterprise environments preferred
•    Completion of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program at an accredited college or university, which has included major course work in computer science, information science or information security. 
•    Maintain or are working towards relevant industry certifications such as CISA, CGEIT, CISM, CISSP, CEH

OR

Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of City Commissioners.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000

Starting salary to be determined based on experience and qualifications. 

Important: To apply, candidates must provide a cover letter and a resume.

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:
•    We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
•    Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
•    Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
•    Generous retirement savings options are available
•    Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
•    Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails.
•    Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!
Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to [email protected].