Research Cybersecurity Analyst (Information Security Analyst III)

Summary

Research Cybersecurity Analyst at San Diego State University responsible for reviewing research proposals, contracts, and data-use agreements to identify cybersecurity and compliance requirements; conducting risk assessments and recommending remediation strategies; coordinating security controls across cloud and on-premises research environments; and developing compliance documentation (SSPs, POA&Ms) to support audits and assessments. The role requires interpreting security frameworks (NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, NIST SP 800-53) and communicating technical requirements to researchers and non-technical stakeholders while evaluating security architectures, access controls, encryption, and vulnerability management.