Security & Compliance Analyst - Lansing, MI

DTS is looking for Security & Compliance Analyst for our direct client position in Lansing, MI Top Skill & Years of Experience

Required:

-5+ years of experience with knowledge of security and compliance frameworks relevant to public sector environments, such as NIST CSF, NIST 800 53, and state IT security standards.

-5+ years of experience and proficiency in tools used to support security documentation, compliance tracking, and workflow management (e.g., Azure Dev Ops, GRC platforms).

-5+ years of experience contributing to development, documentation, and testing of Disaster Recovery Plans (DRPs) for critical systems.

-5+ years of experience in assisting in defining recovery time objectives (RTOs) and recovery point objectives (RPOs).

-Previous government or military experience is preferred.

-A bachelor’s degree in information security, cybersecurity, information systems, public administration, or a related field is preferred. Job Posting:
Security & Compliance Analyst The Security & Compliance Analyst supports the integrity, security, and compliance of systems and processes used in administering retirement benefits for public sector employees. This role ensures that technology solutions, operational practices, and policy implementations adhere to state regulations, security standards, and organizational governance requirements. The analyst will collaborate with cross‑departmental teams to strengthen security controls, improve business processes, and ensure consistent delivery of secure and reliable services to stakeholders and citizens.

Key Responsibilities Analyze, document, and validate security processes, system requirements, and interagency interactions supporting retirement benefits administration.
• Collaborate with program offices, technical teams, and subject matter experts to define and refine security and compliance requirements for system enhancements, policy updates, and new state initiatives.
• Create and maintain clear, audit‑ready documentation, including security requirements, user stories, workflows, and use cases aligned with public sector standards and oversight expectations.
• Support solution design and participate in testing phases (e.g., UAT) to verify that security controls and compliance requirements are properly implemented.
• Recommend improvements that strengthen security posture, improve process efficiency, and support program accountability and service quality.
• Monitor project deliverables, timelines, and milestones to ensure alignment with organizational security objectives, state compliance mandates, and governance frameworks.
• Assist in developing training materials and delivering security and compliance education to program staff and stakeholders.
• Conduct gap analyses and assess impacts of legislative, regulatory, or policy changes on business operations and system security.
• Perform data analysis and generate reports to support compliance monitoring, performance evaluation, risk tracking, and data‑driven decision‑making across the organization. Leadership & Collaboration Responsibilities Provide guidance and informal leadership to cross‑functional teams by promoting best practices in security, compliance, and risk management.
• Lead discussions with program offices, technology partners, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on security objectives, policy interpretations, and compliance expectations.
• Serve as a mentor to analysts by offering support in interpreting security frameworks, documenting requirements, and navigating governance processes.
• Champion a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement by fostering collaboration, communicating risks clearly, and influencing adoption of secure and compliant operational behaviors.
• Take ownership of key security and compliance initiatives, driving progress, managing expectations, and ensuring deliverables meet organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide leadership during security incidents, compliance issues, and audit activities by coordinating responses, ensuring timely communication, and supporting decision‑making with clear, accurate analysis. Security & Compliance…