Information Security Compliance Analyst

Information Security Compliance Analyst

Job Type: Contract

Work Model: Primarily Remote (occasional in-office meetings as required)

Location Requirement: Phoenix, AZ Local candidates only

Position Overview

The Information Security Compliance Analyst is responsible for planning, implementing, upgrading, and monitoring security protocols to protect organizational systems, networks, and data. This role ensures compliance with state and federal regulations while strengthening the organization's overall security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct system security assessments in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Manage and track security findings, tickets, and related metrics
• Maintain a centralized task list for prioritizing high and moderate security initiatives
• Collaborate with analysts, engineers, and architects to enhance security processes using AMS principles
• Partner with business users to evaluate data access needs and identify potential threats or violations
• Develop and implement strategies to safeguard digital assets from unauthorized access, alteration, or loss
• Investigate security violations and provide training to prevent recurrence
• Perform risk assessments, audits, and security testing to validate controls
• Review compliance scan results, identify false positives, and escalate/prioritize findings
• Analyze and recommend updates to security policies, standards, and procedures
• Promote security awareness across the organization
• Support additional security and compliance initiatives as assigned

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills (ability to influence without direct authority)

• Solid analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Familiarity with security tools and technologies (SIEM, vulnerability scanners, etc.)

• Working knowledge of:

  • Network security (firewalls, IDS/IPS)
  • Encryption and authentication mechanisms
  • Access control and identity management

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (required)
• MBA or advanced degree in Information Systems (preferred)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in IT systems, with a focus on information security or compliance

Additional Notes

• Resumes must include current location to be considered
• Only local candidates will be shortlisted
• This role requires a balance of technical security knowledge and compliance governance expertise