Part-Time IT Security Assistant

Indiana Professional Management Group•West Lafayette, IN

7h•Remote

About The Position

IPMG is looking for a detail-oriented and motivated IT Security Assistant to support our information security, privacy, and compliance efforts. This is a part-time position, that will provide an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity, security documentation, compliance, access reviews, security awareness, and risk management while supporting IPMG’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

Requirements

Interest in pursuing a career in cybersecurity or information technology, with a basic understanding of cybersecurity, data privacy, phishing, account security, and MFA
Strong attention to detail, organization, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to follow established procedures, maintain accurate records, and handle confidential or sensitive information appropriately
Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and Outlook, with a strong commitment to confidentiality and information security

Nice To Haves

Coursework, internships, certifications, or hands-on experience in cybersecurity, IT, risk management, auditing, compliance, or privacy, with an interest in areas such as HIPAA, HITRUST, security controls, access reviews, vendor risk, incident response, or GRC
Completed or in-progress certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, Microsoft Fundamentals, or Google Cybersecurity Certificate, plus experience with Microsoft 365, spreadsheets, trackers, documentation, security awareness, or basic reporting
Current driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
Successful completion of required background screenings before and during employment
Authorization to access State of Indiana operating systems, if previously employed by the state
Cybersecurity or IT experience, coursework, training, or certification is preferred but not required
Ability to commute to West Lafayette, IN 47906

Responsibilities

Support HITRUST readiness, security documentation, evidence collection, and audit preparation
Assist with security monitoring, including phishing reports, suspicious sign-ins, security dashboards, and employee-reported concerns
Support access reviews and maintain security, asset, device, access, and compliance trackers
Assist with vendor risk documentation and security awareness activities, including phishing alerts, training materials, communications, and metrics
Support IT/security projects, procedures, research, testing, documentation, meetings, and other initiatives as assigned.