Summary
 

Companion Data Services provides leading IT solutions and managed services. We operate multiple geographically disperse data centers, including two of the nation’s largest healthcare data centers – both rated among the top five percent of data centers worldwide by MIPS.

With three U.S. locations and decades of experience in government, commercial and education markets, our innovative solutions and reliable services allow clients to focus on core business and improve outcomes.

Our data centers host applications process billions of transactions, supporting state, federal and commercial business.

Description
 

Position Purpose:

Learn to perform compliance and risk assessment activities for information systems and related processes.  Communicate and escalate compliance and risk issues to the appropriate department.

A strong drive and willingness to ensure all requirements are met for our customers and grow in the profession.

This is an on-site position in Columbia, SC, Dallas, TX or State College, PA.

What You'll Do

• Work to ensure remediation of new and outstanding compliance issues and report on non-compliant areas. Ensure Information Security Risk Exceptions are properly documented and approved.
• With guidance from more experienced personnel, conduct procedural and operational review of information security policy, processes and system controls against corporate, government and /or internal compliance standards.
• Work alongside experienced personnel to analyze and interpret security regulations and controls to develop the ability to advise the organization. Provide guidance to functional teams on the implementation, monitoring and reporting of control processes, documentation and compliance measures.
• Under the direction of Senior Security Analyst or management, contribute to internal and external audit responses.
• Participate in resolution of Information Security Incidents and gain an understanding of how critical issues may affect organization.

To Qualify for This Position, You’ll Need:

Required Education:

• Bachelors in a job-related field
• Or 4 years job related work experience
• Or Associate's and 2 years job related work experience

Required Work Experience:

• 2 years of I/T experience or successful completion of BCBSSC I/S Entry Level Training Program (ELTP).

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Basic understanding of System Development Life Cycle methodologies.
• Good understanding of functional IS processes.
• Good analytical skills.
• Good written, verbal and diplomacy skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timeliness.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Required Software and Other Tools: Standard office equipment.

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

• CompTIA Security+

Work Environment: Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

What We can Do for You:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards.  You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.  

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401K retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount

• Tuition assistance

• Service recognition

• Employee Assistance

• Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure your meet the qualifications.  This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. If the qualifications required proof of semester hours, please attach your transcript to your application.

Management will be conducting interviews with the most qualified candidates, with prioritization give to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

 

We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.