Governance Analyst
Job Title: Governance Analyst II
Job Requisition ID: 48415
Closing Date: 7/23/2025
Salary: $7,787 a month
Work Hours: M-F 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Work Location: (Hybrid) 120 W Jefferson St Springfield, IL 62702-5170
Union Position: Yes
Work authorization: US work authorization required at time of application. No sponsorship available. Not eligible for F1 OPT/CPT. Positions are W2 only and cannot be converted to a contract position. If you have questions about your work authorization eligibility, please email doit.recruitment@illinois.gov.
Questions? Email doit.recruitment@illinois.gov
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Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment.
This position serves as a Governance Analyst II for the DoIT, in providing expert advisory functions in the research, initiation, evaluation, creation, and implementation of complex internal information security policies, standards, procedures, rules, and guidelines.
In this role, you will conduct and coordinate in-depth studies involving technical research and analysis of complex security issues.
In addition, you will serve as a Governance team leader in recommending, evaluating and implementing new and revised policies, standards, and procedures.
If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!
As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Essential Functions
• Under administrative direction, serves as a Governance Analyst II for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), providing expert advisory functions in the research, initiation, evaluation, creation, and implementation of complex internal information security policies, standards, procedures, rules, and guidelines.
• Serves as a Governance team leader recommending, evaluating and implementing new and revised policies, standards, and procedures, enabling expedited corrective actions and resolution of problem areas associated with records management and the State's Cyber/IT assurance program.
• Drafts, reviews, and recommends internal policies, standards, rules, and procedures that support the State of Illinois’ information security strategy and other applicable external information security controls.
• Collaborates with all Governance, Risk & Compliance staff to implement Governance programs and activities.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with coursework in computer science or directly related fields.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience in System Services or a related Information Technology field.
Preferred Qualifications
• Three (3) years of professional System Services experience implementing and managing the ServiceNow Policy and Compliance module in support of governance, risk, or compliance activities.
• Three (3) years of professional System Services experience working with and implementing cybersecurity frameworks, such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), NIST SP 800-37 (RMF), and CIS Controls.
• Three (3) years of professional System Services experience facilitating collaboration with cross-functional subject matter experts (SMEs) in support of information security governance, risk, or compliance (GRC) initiatives.
• Three (3) years of professional System Services experience developing and managing enterprise security policies, standards, procedures, and programs aligned with industry frameworks.
• Two (2) years of professional experience serving as a lead contributor within a governance, risk, or compliance (GRC) function, guiding peers and influencing enterprise security strategies, policies, and initiatives.
• Working knowledge of State of Illinois Information Security Program, enterprise IT governance structures, or applicable state/federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks.
• Ability to gain and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal teams, agency partners, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgement to assess operational data and recommend improvements to security governance procedures or controls.
• Developed verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to convey complex technical security concepts clearly to executive leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), or equivalent certifications relevant to Security Services or IT Risk Management and Control.
Conditions of Employment
NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.
• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
• Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel.
• Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.
• Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to job duties.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.