Information Security Analyst and Project Manager

Company Description

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As part of SPH’s security and privacy team, responsible for implementation of security and privacy procedures which safeguard the confidentiality, integrity and availability of systems and data. Role may focus on technical or administrative aspects of security or encompass a mixture of both.

The Information Security Analyst and Project Manager plays a critical role in executing and maturing the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health’s information security program. Reporting to the Senior Information Security Manager/School Security Officer, this position ensures day‑to‑day technical compliance with Harvard University’s Information Security and Research Data Security policies and supports the implementation of procedures and controls that protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the school’s systems and data.

Key responsibilities include log reviews, forensic analysis, vulnerability management, server and endpoint protection, and user awareness training. The role also serves as one of only two IT staff qualified to perform Data Safety Reviews‑essential for research involving human subjects or data with regulatory or contractual restrictions. In addition, the analyst works closely with the Senior Information Security Manager to identify opportunities for program improvement, assist in strategy development, and execute initiatives aligned with University Privacy Principles.

This position requires regular collaboration across the Chan School IT department, Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT), and research, teaching, and administrative departments.

The analyst also acts as a project manager on various initiatives, including school‑wide IT projects.

PLEASE NOTE:

On‑call responsibilities and potentially evening and weekend work are required.

• Work is performed in an office setting

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years’ experience post‑secondary education or relevant work experience

Additional

Qualifications and Skills:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills
• Familiarity with information security concepts, relevant tools and standards
• Knowledge of advanced information security principles
• Demonstrated team performance skills, service mindset approach, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor

Certificates and Licences:

• Completion of Harvard IT Academy Information Security Foundations course (or external equivalent) preferred
• IT Security Certification preferred; e.g., CISSP, CISA/CISM, and/or GIAC

• Appointment End Date: N/A
• Standard Hours/
  
  Schedule:
  
  35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information:
  Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre‑Employment Screening:
  Identity, Education, Criminal

Join the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to support our mission of health research and education, and to be a part of the oldest institution of higher learning in the country!

• The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for staff positions.
• Harvard University requires…