Information Security Specialist

Sacramento, CA, United States

The Information Security Office provides the following services: development of security policies and standards, security and privacy training and outreach, security compliance reviews, and security incident reporting and handling coordination, security incident investigation and migration, daily monitoring of security dashboards. The security office staff attends Statewide Information Security Officer meetings and participates in Statewide Security Workgroups. ISO team supports various security management and control tools in collaboration with OSI's information technology office.

Under the general direction of the Information Security Officer (ISO), the Information Technology Specialist II serves as the Office's subject matter expert and lead in the areas of Information Security, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery coordination, and emergency preparedness. The ITS II will independently, and as part of a team, perform in-depth security assessments on the OSI infrastructure, identifying risks and providing recommendations to the OSI Security Team for mitigation and will support security incident management; accepting and resolving events.

The incumbent will invest in personal development through continuous education to maintain position-related knowledge in the information security and disaster recovery fields. The incumbent will also focus on promoting and advocating the foundational information security principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability throughout OSI.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

This position provides telework opportunities, including the ability to work remotely.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist

Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:

JC-438237

Position #(s):

791-600-1414-001

Working Title:

Information Security Specialist

Classification:

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,130.00 - $10,893.00 A

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration (CalHHS OTSI) provides project management, oversight, procurement, and support services for a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of high criticality projects. We are passionate about the people of California who receive vital health and human services by the successful delivery of our large, complex information technology (IT) systems. We are a trusted leader and work toward common goals by sharing knowledge, learning, and building consensus to implement solutions.

Whether you're interested in the field of IT or administrative support services, we offer excellent opportunities and a collaborative work environment. So, come build a career at the CalHHS OTSI!

Headquartered in the Natomas area of Sacramento, we offer free parking, many convenient shopping and dining options, a comfortable work environment and beautiful office facilities.

Check out our jobs website and social media sites:

OTSI Jobs Site

LinkedIN

www.osi.ca.gov

Special Requirements Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to the interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Sealed Official transcripts are required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/7/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

California Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration

Attn: Nancy McElroy

2495 Natomas Park Drive

Suite 530

Sacramento , CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

California Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration

Nancy McElroy

2495 Natomas Park Drive Suite 515

Monday-Friday 8a-5p place in drop-off box

Sacramento , CA 95747

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

Resume is required and must be included.

Other - A Supplemental Questionnaire is required. Please see the Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions below.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Bachelor's degree or higher in Information Security, Network Administration, System Development, or other relevant fields is highly desirable.

Current Information Security/Cyber Security Certification(s) such as Security+, CISSP, CISM, or CISA is highly desirable.

Knowledge and Experience in Privacy/Risk Management (PRM) processes and procedures.

Experience in Cybersecurity, Risk Management, and using GRC tools.

Advanced knowledge of information security principles, policies, standards, and procedures.

Knowledge of IT Infrastructure principles and best practices.

Experience in working Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity

Experience in handling Incident response

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:

Nancy McElroy

(916) 263-1118

[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Nicole Antonopoulos, EEO Officer

(916) 263-0729

[email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

This position is designated as required to file a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) under the California Health and Human Services Agency Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for the making, participating in the making, or using his or her official position to influence the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on his or her personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a Form 700 within 30 days after his or her appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions

A Supplemental Questionnaire is a mechanism for obtaining an applicant's qualifications and experience in job-related areas. The Supplemental Questionnaire must be titled "Supplemental Questionnaire" at the top of the first page, typed in a minimum of 12-point font, single-spaced, on standard-sized paper (8.5" X 11"), and no more than 1 page in length. Applications submitted without the required Supplemental Questionnaire will be considered incomplete and will not be considered for this position.

Describe your experience in disaster recovery and business continuity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.