Management Analyst II - Information Security Associate
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Overview
Job Description
If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.
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Office of Information Technology
Opening Date: February 13, 2026
Closing Date: March 02, 2026
Job Class Code: 0393Grade: 24 Professional/TechnicalSalary: $54,442.97 - $76,329.70*/Annually (*Includes 5.33% recruitment and retention stipend) Position Number: 004250742
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Augusta
Telework: Available
OVERVIEW:
As an Information Security Associate, you will play a key role in supporting the State’s enterprise security program. This position combines program administration, analysis, and technical liaison responsibilities to help safeguard information assets. You will research and evaluate security and privacy issues, translate findings into actionable policies and awareness materials, support risk and compliance activities, and partner with business units, IT, and vendors to streamline processes and implement enhancements.
MaineIT is seeking a highly talented individual who will represent our C.A.R.E. values in all that they do. At MaineIT, we:
- Practice Customer-focus, ensuring that our customers are heard, and their needs are met.
- Hold ourselves to a high level of Accountability by being transparent with our stakeholders.
- Maintain an effective level of Responsiveness by providing timely updates in a proactive manner.
- Strive to provide Empathy-driven, people-focused services by applying emotional intelligence skills and behaviors.
HYBRID WORK OPPORTUNITY: This position has the potential to work from home as much as 90% of the time with management approval.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Every day brings new challenges and opportunities in MaineIT’s Information Security Office. While no two days are alike, your role will typically involve:
- Research and Reporting: Analyze security and privacy issues, document findings, and prepare reports, presentations, and actionable recommendations.
- Policy & Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain security policies and procedures aligned with NIST, HIPAA, and other frameworks; support audits and compliance documentation.
- Risk Management: Assist with risk and vulnerability assessments, create migration plans, monitor progress, and report on overall security posture.
- Security Awareness & Training: Design and deliver awareness programs (training campaigns, phishing tests) and manage the security awareness platform (e.g., KnowBe4, Cybrary).
- Process & System Improvement: Apply systems analysis to optimize workflows, gather requirements, troubleshoot vendor-supported applications, and advocate for automation/configuration enhancements.
- Project Coordination & Metrics: Coordinate cross-functional initiatives, track action items, and ensure smooth implementation of security programs. Maintain accurate inventories of training and phishing data and performance metrics.
WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT:
In today’s information security landscape, you have countless career paths to choose from. Here’s why this opportunity is different:
- Broad Security Impact: Influence strategy and execution across security awareness and training, policy, risk, compliance, and reporting.
- Ownership of Awareness Programs: Lead phishing tests, training campaigns, and platform administration.
- Business-Tech Connector: Translate technical concepts into clear language and improve workflows.
- Efficiency Driver: Use process improvement and automation tools to streamline operations.
- Collaborative Problem Solver: Coordinate projects and work with vendors and IT to resolve issues.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT MAINEIT:
If you’re seeking a culture that supports growth, fosters success, and values protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of State of Maine data and systems, then MaineIT is where you belong. With the MaineIT Information Security Office, you can expect:
- Generous Telework Opportunities: This position has the opportunity to work up to 90% remotely.
- Meaningful & Impactful Work: Play a vital role in protecting Maine’s digital infrastructure.
- Supportive Team: Join a collaborative, professional environment that invests in your development.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and a healthy balance of professional and personal time.
- Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that values innovation and continuous improvement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Eight (8) years of education, training, and/or experience analyzing, evaluating, and/or developing improvements to organizational and/or managerial systems, programs, and practices.
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES:
- Information Security Expertise: proven experience in governance, risk management, compliance activities, and applying industry frameworks such as NIST, CIS, and HIPAA;
- Security Awareness & Training Program Management: Skilled in administering platforms like KnowBe4/PhishER, including campaign design, configuration, reporting, and actionable insights;
- Technical Troubleshooting: Strong ability to diagnose application issues, collaborate with vendors and IT teams for resolution, and document root causes with preventive workflows;
- Process Improvement & Automation: Familiarity with agile methodologies, and tools such as Power Automate and low-code platforms to streamline workflows;
- Communication & Documentation: Exceptional written and verbal skills for translating technical concepts into clear language; experienced in preparing reports, briefing memos, and training materials; and
- Broad IT Knowledge: Working understanding of web applications, networking, email flow, and related technologies beyond Information Security.
CONTACT INFORMATION:For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov
The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be ) as a condition of employment.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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