Compliance Specialist (71101)

Salary: $75,000.00 - $83,000.00 Annually
Location: NY, NY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202400122
Department: Cyber Security
Closing:


About Pratt

Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).

Description

The Compliance Specialist works within the Cybersecurity department and alongside the other departments within the IT Division to maintain policies and implement safeguards to protect infrastructure, assets and information. This role reports to the Director of Cybersecurity. As the Compliance Specialist, you will play a vital role in safeguarding our organization's data and systems by ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations including but not limited to Gramm Leach Bliley Act (GLBA), HIPAA, FERPA, GDPR, and PCI.

This role is responsible for conducting regular risk assessments to identify potential risks to Institute infrastructure and assets. As well as ensuring Pratt Institute is aligning with the NIST cybersecurity framework, and developing policies and procedures to enforce that framework. In addition, the Compliance Specialist is responsible for the maintaining and assigning the training and education of cybersecurity best practices for all Pratt Institute employees.

Examples of Duties

• Monitor and assess compliance with relevant cybersecurity frameworks (NIST) and regulations (GLBA, GDPR, FERPA, HIPAA, PCI, etc.).
• In coordination and under the supervision of the Director of Cyber Security, identify threats, vulnerabilities and incidents that have the potential or currently impact the Institute's information technology infrastructure and work with the cybersecurity team as well as the rest of the Information Technology division to resolve those issues.
• Prepare, document, maintain and disseminate policies and procedures in accordance with the Institute Information Security Plan.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date compliance documentation, including policies, procedures, audit reports, and evidence of control implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal,and and internal departments in IT, to interpret regulatory requirements and implement necessary controls.
• Maintain and assign cybersecurity trainings to educate Pratt Institute employees on cybersecurity best practices.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, including conducting thorough investigations, documenting findings, and implementing corrective actions in coordination with the Cybersecurity and IT teams.
• Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and best practices through continuous learning and professional development activities.
• Perform any other tasks or duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree (BS) in cybersecurity, information technology, or related field is preferred; or Associate's degree (AAS) in cybersecurity, information technology or related field, in combination with CISSP, Security+, CySA+, CRISC, or other cybersecurity certifications, and relevant work experience required.

Experience:
2+ years of experience in cybersecurity compliance preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong understanding of relevant cybersecurity frameworks (NIST) and regulations (FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR, GLBA, etc.)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Licenses or Certifications: Professional Certifications in field of information security, i.e. Security+, CySA+,CRISC, CISA, CISSP etc., are preferred.

Benefits:

Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D
Company Sponsored Long Term Disability
Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care)
Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking)
Disability (NYS)
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
403B Retirement Plan
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick)

Supplemental Information:

Please Submit:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.



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