AI Cybersecurity Analyst

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Position Information

Job Title

Job Title AI Cybersecurity Analyst

Position Number

Position Number 7R9968

Hiring Location Code

Hiring Location Code Harrison County Campus

The AI Cybersecurity Analyst supports the secure, responsible, and effective adoption of artificial intelligence technologies within the College’s technology environment and advances the objectives of the Mississippi AI Talent Accelerator Program ( MAIN 2.0), a statewide AI education and workforce development project of the College and the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network ( MAIN ). The AI Cybersecurity Analyst identifies, assesses, and helps mitigate cybersecurity risks associated with artificial intelligence systems, generative AI tools, machine learning applications, and AI-enabled services.

The Analyst monitors AI usage, evaluates AI-related security threats, supports AI governance efforts, and assists with establishing policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure the safe use of AI technologies. The position works in support of the MAIN 2.0 project in coordination with the Division of Technology & Research and the Data Security Office and collaborates with the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network and various stakeholders to protect institutional data, maintain compliance, and promote secure AI adoption.

The position advances MAIN 2.0 objectives by securing project-funded AI labs and computing environments, enabling applied learning and public sector AI engagements, and strengthening AI security content within MGCCC and MAIN training pathways, including the AI-Driven Security Analyst career pathway identified in the project.

Security Monitoring

• Monitor AI-enabled applications, platforms, and services for security risks and suspicious activity
• Assist with identifying and responding to AI-related security incidents, including unauthorized AI usage, data exposure, and misuse of AI tools
• Investigate potential AI security events and assist with incident documentation and reporting
• Support incident response activities involving AI systems, applications, and integrations
• Assist with developing and maintaining AI security incident response procedures and playbooks
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to evaluate AI-related threats and recommend mitigation strategies

AI Governance & Risk Management

• Support the development and implementation of AI governance policies, standards, and procedures
• Assist with maintaining an inventory of approved AI applications, services, and use cases
• Evaluate AI technologies for cybersecurity, privacy, compliance, and operational risks
• Support AI risk assessments and documentation processes
• Assist with establishing responsible AI usage guidelines for faculty, staff, and students
• Help align AI security practices with industry frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST AI Risk Management Framework, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls)
• Monitor emerging AI regulations, security guidance, and industry best practices
• Support secure implementation and use of generative AI technologies, including Microsoft Copilot and other AI-enabled services
• Evaluate AI applications for appropriate security controls, permissions, and data protection requirements
• Assist with reviewing AI configurations, integrations, APIs, and third-party AI services for security risks
• Promote secure AI adoption practices across academic and administrative environments
• Support access control, authentication, and authorization practices for AI platforms
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure AI technologies are securely configured and maintained
• Research and analyze emerging…