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Role: Security Analyst (5+ years experience)Scoped: 4 months - opportunity to extend; imagine it could be 1 year (this takes them into their mid-year point which is when they draft extensions)Location: Anchorage, AK (hybrid) likely will be on-site once or twice a week if not less frequently. Needs to reside in AK so they can go onsite when asked.Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.Information Security Specialist (5+ years experience)This individual will work to develop a cybersecurity Incident Response Plan (IRP)The purpose of an IRP is to establish a structured and systematic approach for detecting, responding to, and mitigating security incidents effectively within our organization.The key components of this IRP should be: timely detection, effective response, mitigation of impact, regulatory compliance, preservation of evidence and striving for continuous improvement. Upon completion, the IRP will undergo testing, training, and regular reviews to ensure its effectiveness and readiness to address evolving cybersecurity threats.TYPICAL WORK PERFORMED:Protect systems by defining access privileges, control structuresReview security logs and recognize problems by identifying abnormalities, reporting violationsImplement security improvements by assessing current infrastructure, evaluating trends, anticipating requirementsDetermine security violations and inefficiencies by conducting periodic auditsUpgrade systems by implementing and maintaining security controlsPrepare performance reports, communicate system statusDesign, test and implement security systemsProvide information on current security threats and design countermeasuresCoordinate with both internal and external entitiesReview security policies and make recommendations for improvementsDevelop security policies based on specific needs identified by the organization or regulatory entity