Information Technology Security Analyst
Listed on 2026-02-16
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security
Overview
Our client, a leader in higher education
, is looking to hire an Information Security Analyst
. This role is hybrid onsite 1x per week in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
This job is an 18-month W2 contract role with benefits!
As an Information Security Analyst
, you will be responsible for managing information security projects and applying hands-on security knowledge to enable secure research collaborations for a highly accredited research institution. The team is looking for someone to provide guidance and bring a well-rounded approach in information security, risk management, vulnerability management and detection, and governance, risk, and compliance.
- Monitor for cybersecurity risks
, ensuring appropriate handling of sensitive data types under federal and ethical guidelines such as HIPAA, GDPR, FISMA, and NIST - Coordinate and support GRC projects and controls implementation
, including the preparation, tracking, and documentation of evidence to facilitate compliance audits - Research, recommend, and implement procedures to enhance data systems security based on evolving federal and data privacy regulations
- Communicate with engineers, research teams, and administrators to understand their security needs
, fostering understanding and adherence to necessary security procedures
- Associate s or Bachelor s Degree in Business, Administration, Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in information security, risk analysis, auditing, compliance, or governance
- Experience using GRC, IAM, and risk management tools for compliance automation and documentation
- Prior experience in highly regulated or federal environments such as FedRAMP, FISMA, CMMC, HIPAA, etc.
- Basic scripting & automation experience using Python
- Security+, AWS/GCP Cloud Security, CISA, CISM, or CISSP Associate Certifications
- Prior experience in higher education or research-related industries highly valued!
Motion Recruitment Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Motion Recruitment Employment Accommodation policy.
Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
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