Lead Information Security Risk Analyst

Raleigh, North Carolina

Information Resource Group
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Role: Lead Information Security Risk Analyst

Location: Raleigh, NC - 100% onsite

IN Person Interview Required

Duration: 1 year

Our client is seeking a skilled Information Security Risk Analyst on a contract basis to lead the execution of its annual enterprise security risk assessment.
  • This engagement ensures compliance with industry-standard frameworks, supports proactive risk mitigation, & positions NC HIEA for future HITRUST certification.Plan and conduct NC HIEA's annual enterprise security risk assessment using NIST SP 800-30, ISO 27005, or FAIR methodologies.
  • Ensure full alignment with NIST SP 800-53 Revision 5, including: RA (Risk Assessment), AC (Access Control), SC (System Communications Protection), IR (Incident Response), and more.
  • Incorporate NIST Privacy Framework and NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5privacy control families (AP, AR, DI, DM, IP, SE, TR, UL).
  • Build and maintain a comprehensive risk register, with treatment plans for mitigation, transfer, acceptance, or avoidance.
  • Map risks and mitigation efforts to HITRUST CSF control domains to support future certification
  • Develop and deliver documentation, dashboards, and executive summaries.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to validate findings and support security governance efforts.

Required Skills:

Experience in IT risk management, cybersecurity, or information security assessment.

Demonstrated knowledge of NIST SP 800-30, NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5, and NIST Privacy Framework.

Experience performing security and privacy risk assessments with documentation aligned to federal and state standards.

Familiarity with HIPAA Security and Privacy Rules, and healthcare-specific risk domains.

Experience with HITRUST CSF alignment or certification preparation.

Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and executive audiences.
Date Posted: 13 May 2025
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