Technology Analyst – Security & Compliance Administrator

Otter Tail County is accepting applications for a Technology Analyst – Security & Compliance Administrator. The focus of this position will be technological security and compliance. Other general technology analyst work includes coordinating the configuration, testing, and implementation of networks, operating systems, servers, desktops, and related application software upgrades; applies applicable software patches, fixes, system parameters, and other related items. Analyzes complex IT problems or information; determines system capacity and recommends system changes; suggests, designs, tests, implements, troubleshoots, and evaluates complex IT solutions. Security and Compliance Administrator Broad understanding of cyber security concepts and risks. Drive the IT Department s security standards and improve baseline security. Maintain working knowledge of common audit and compliance tools. Strong familiarity with industry standards and frameworks such as ISO standards, NIST, HIPAA, and CJIS. Work closely with management to understand and maintain department compliance requirements. Ability to drive responsibilities independently, while serving as a valued team member in the greater context. Work with industry security tools such as SIEM and vulnerability scanning software. Training Team Members: Educating colleagues on best practices that align with regulations. Data Security Review: Ensuring data security practices align with legal boundaries. Ensuring Compliance Ensure that the county adheres to industry standards, regulations, and guidelines. Assist with driving AI initiatives in a secure manner. This position is regularly scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30, with the potential for evening or weekend hours. The 2024 starting salary for this position is $67,184 annually, depending on qualifications, with career advancement to $112,507. The selection process will include an online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Semi-finalists will be invited to interview. Prior to hire, finalists will be required to pass a background investigation and reference check. A standard twelve month probationary period applies. How To Apply To apply for this position, go to: https://ottertailcounty.gov/employment/. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only you and authorized employees of Otter Tail County have access to the information submitted. When filling out any employment application materials for Otter Tail County, you must include your entire employment and education history. Failure to do so may render your application incomplete. Veterans Preference Eligible veterans as defined by Minnesota Statute 197.447 may claim Veterans Preference during the hiring process. A DD214 and required supporting documentation must be included with the employment application to receive preference. Background Investigation All employment offers are contingent upon the applicant passing a background investigation which may include, but are not limited to, gathering information from the following sources: Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, other law enforcement agencies, court documents, educational institutions, previous employers, Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services, military records, Immigration and Naturalization Services, and known associates of the applicant. Criminal convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. Making false statements or withholding information during the application or background investigation process will cause you to be barred from employment or removed from employment. Otter Tail County is a tobacco-free workplace. Otter Tail County does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex (pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity i a local commission, disability, or genetic information. Equal Opportunity Employer