Details
Open Date 12/15/2025
Requisition Number PRN43780B
Job Title Information Security Analysts
Working Title Information Security Analysts
Career Progression Track P00
Track Level P5 - Expert, P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career
FLSA Code Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Some nights or weekends are possible based on a rotating on call shift. This is a hybrid position.
VP Area President
Department 00954 - UIT Systems & Security
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $88,000 - $131,300
Close Date 02/28/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Information Security Analysts
The incumbent will play a critical role in safeguarding regulated data across the enterprise by monitoring and analyzing the organization's data security posture. This position focuses on configuring Data Security Posture Management ( DSPM ) settings and policies, interpreting results, creating reports, identifying risks, and ensuring compliance. The analyst will take a risk-based approach to assess and remediate issues related to unauthorized storage or transmission of regulated data across cloud and on-premise environments.
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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.
Responsibilities
Data Security Monitoring
-Review and analyze DSPM tool outputs to identify misconfigurations, unauthorized data flows, and storage of regulated data in non-approved locations.
-Monitor the movement of sensitive data across cloud and on-prem systems, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
Risk Assessment & Governance
-Apply a risk-based methodology to prioritize remediation efforts.
-Maintain applicable risk register entries and document findings for governance reporting.
Collaboration
-Partner with the Enterprise Security team to validate technical controls.
-Work closely with the Chief Data Officer and Privacy Office to align DSPM findings with data governance and privacy requirements.
Compliance & Policy Alignment
-Ensure adherence to frameworks such as NIST CSF , CIS 18, and other applicable regulations (e.g., HIPAA , FERPA , etc. etc.).
-Support audits and compliance reviews by providing DSPM -related evidence.
Reporting & Communication
-Prepare dashboards and reports for leadership summarizing DSPM findings, trends, and risk posture.
-Communicate actionable insights to stakeholders in clear, business-focused language.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Information Security Analyst, III : Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Information Security Analyst, IV: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.
Information Security Analyst, V: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
Certifications such as CISSP , CRISC , or equivalent.
Master's degree in information security or another relevant field.
Experience with a DSPM tool.
3+ years that are specifically tied to GRC experience.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
About UIT :University Information Technology ( UIT ), the central IT service provider for the University of Utah, reports to the U'sChief Information Officerand is responsible for many of the U's shared IT services including the wired and wireless network; Campus Information Services ( CIS ) portal; UMail, telephone, and online collaboration; digital learning technologies; information security; software licensing; and a host of other IT systems and services.
About the University of Utah : Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah's system of higher education, home toarts and museum venuesand a member of theBIG -12 Conference.Skiing and snowboarding opportunitiesare a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities frombiking to hiking to fishing abound. Salt Lake City is home to theUtah Symphony and Opera,Ballet West,professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including:
Excellenthealth, dental, and wellness coverageat affordable rates
14.2% retirement contributions
Generouspaid leave time
11 paid holidaysper year
50% tuition reductionfor employees after completing probationary period, and spouse, and dependent children after three years
Flex spending accounts
Free transiton most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities
A wellness program to promote health and quality of life
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Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
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or call 801-581-2300.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
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