Information Security Analyst (hybrid)

Job Posting End Date: February 16, 2025 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $70,012 to $84,011 ($33.66 to $40.39 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 02/16/2025 in order to be considered.

Position Description

The Anoka County Information Technology Department is dedicated to delivering innovative and cost-effective technology solutions in partnership with county divisions, departments, offices, local jurisdictions, and the public.

We are seeking an Information Security Analyst to play a pivotal role in safeguarding and enhancing the security of Anoka County’s technology infrastructure. This position is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security threats and incidents, ensuring the integrity and safety of our systems, networks, and data.

The ideal candidate is a proactive and detail-oriented professional with expertise in security principles, incident response, threat analysis, and vulnerability management. Join our team and contribute to a secure, resilient technology environment that supports the needs of our community.

This posting may be used for current and future vacancies.

This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of February 24, 2025 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. 

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $70,012 to $84,011 ($33.66 to $40.39 per hour).

• 2025 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $70,012 to $98,009 ($33.66 to $47.12 per hour).

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.

• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at  https://www.anokacountymn.gov/417/Benefits.

• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.

• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.

• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave, Anoka MN 55303.

• This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work, with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.  

• Typical work hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., however occasional after-hours work may be required to meet business needs.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Information Security Analyst.

• Continuously monitor security alerts, logs, and reports from various sources (e.g., SIEM systems, firewalls, intrusion detection systems).

• Analyze and assess security incidents and potential threats to identify and mitigate risks.

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and scans to identify weaknesses in systems and applications.

• Collaborate with IT teams to remediate vulnerabilities and implement security patches.

• Respond to security incidents, including identifying, containing, eradicating, and recovering from security breaches.

• Conduct forensic analysis to determine the root cause of incidents and recommend improvements to prevent future occurrences.

• Prepare and maintain incident response documentation and reports.

• Stay current with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.

• Research and analyze emerging threats and vulnerabilities to provide actionable intelligence to the Information Security team.

• Maintain accurate records of security incidents, investigations, and actions taken.

• Prepare regular reports on security status, incidents, and trends for management review.

• Collaborate with county