Cybersecurity Analyst III (0486)
Salary
$66,000.00 - $85,000.00 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9542-0649-20260730HS
Department
0649 - DHS-SUPPORT SERVICES
Opening Date
07/30/2026
Closing Date
8/12/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$66,000.00
Agency Maximum Salary
$85,000.00
About the Agency
The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Management Information Systems and will be located in STATE OFFICE. If you have any questions, you may contact us at mdhsrecruitment@mdhs.ms.gov.
About the Position
This position is responsible for coordinating and managing the agency's information technology audit process, including organizing audit requests, gathering and validating evidence, preparing responses, and tracking corrective actions through completion. It supports audit readiness and execution by maintaining accurate documentation, facilitating communication between technical teams, business units, and external auditors, and ensuring that audit activities are carried out efficiently and consistently. The role also supports risk assessments and internal control reviews and helps translate regulatory and technical requirements into clear, actionable steps for audit preparation, evidence collection, and remediation, all while exercising confidentiality and sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
What youll need to be Successful
Success in this position requires the ability to manage a structured and detail-driven audit process, maintain accurate and organized documentation, and coordinate effectively with technical teams, business units, and external auditors. The role relies on clear communication, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the capacity to interpret regulatory and procedural requirements and translate them into practical steps for evidence collection, remediation, and reporting. A disciplined approach to handling sensitive information, along with professionalism and good judgment, is essential. A solid technical understanding or familiarity with IT systems can be helpful in evaluating audit evidence and navigating system-related questions during the audit process.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 5-8 + years of IT experience with emphasis in security and compliance. Hiring agency additional preferred qualifications: Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, Security+ or other audit/cybersecurity credentials. Practical technical experience or a technical understanding of IT systems, infrastructure, cloud concepts, or application workflows to support effective audit evidence evaluation and coordination. Experience working within government agencies or regulated environments. Prior involvement in external audits such as OSA, SSA, or IRS audits.
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Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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How many years of IT experience with emphasis in security and compliance do you have? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.)
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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college or seminary) you have completed?
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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406
| Location | Jackson, MS |
| Salary | $66,000–$85,000 Per Year |