Agency Information Security Professional 1 (Pn 20036339)

Agency Information Security Professional 1 (PN 20036339)

Accepting applications for Agency Information Security Professional 1 (PN 20036339)

Who are we?

The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focuses on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. To learn more about DODD click here.

The Division of Information Technology Services (ITS) is responsible for the safe, efficient and responsible use of technology throughout the agency. ITS provides solutions that support DODD business.

What will you do?

30% Responsible for safeguarding the State of Ohio, Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) assets against malicious activity, characterizing & monitoring activities to identify anomalous behavior & potential threats to IT resources, using Enterprise vulnerability management tools: Analyzes identified malicious activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods & effects on system and information, as well as validation & accreditation processes necessary to assure that new IT systems meet DODD's and State information assurance & security requirements and/or support security audit activities and review security logs to validate access levels & activity; works in close coordination with Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Office of Information Security & Privacy/OISP staff to adopt new tools & will be the DODD point of contact for coordination of enterprise & inter-agency security related activities.

25% Provides technical maintenance & documentation support to information system users &/or IT specialists: creates & maintains scripting to automate application builds to support automated migration; assist development efforts through coordinating application builds & version management (e.g., enters meta-data into repositories, performs validation, executes unit or system test scripts, develops build scripts, defines standards & methods for build processes, provides maintenance support for application software, develops, organizes, files, & maintains platform specific documentation); accepts instructions & supports task assignments from other technology managers in coordination with Supervisor for software change management & application code maintenance; generates enhancements for existing infrastructure, software or database systems in compliance with specifications & standards (e.g., creates &/or modifies program modules, creates database diagrams, writes various forms of queries, writes test cases &/or scripts for unit & systems testing, verifies unit & system test results to ensure software is producing desired results); works with Quality Assurance team to develop & review acceptance criteria & create & run test scripts; conducts analysis of security access & enacts solutions or resolution actions for end user customer support & application processing; responds to user requests to troubleshoot & analyze software problems with systems analysts & project managers to improve software systems capabilities.

25% Interfaces with other platforms from a software perspective (e.g., change management platform): Diagnoses, analyzes, and resolves issues for customer(s) across assigned multiple technology domains; creates, organizes, files, and maintains ITS documentation; answers questions from staff and customers, offers technical solutions and assistance to meet business needs of customers; presents informal mentorship opportunities to peers via conversation, observation, or technical documentation; offers assistance with producing various reports for ITS staff and customers.

20% Grant access, maintain user accounts, troubleshoot problems, and upgrade software: Reviews and monitors enterprise security systems (e.g., network stability); takes appropriate action and responds to alarms/alerts per agency policy and procedure (e.g., anti-virus, spam); Provides input and suggestions to supervisor/management relative to scope of duties.

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Tamara Hairston at 614-466-2508 or by email at EEO-DiversityAffairs@dodd.ohio.gov.

• Or completion of associate core program in computer science; 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in computer data security either through monitoring system/network traffic for anomalous activity, systems development or controlling accessibility of data.

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in computer data security either through monitoring system/network traffic for anomalous activity, systems development or controlling accessibility of data.

• Or 12 mos. exp. as Information Technology Apprentice, 69910; successful completion of Ohio Cyber Apprenticeship program; additional 12 mos. trg. or exp. in Information Systems/Information Technology with a focus in one of the following areas: Software Engineering/Development, Data Analytics/Business Intelligence, Database Administration, Network, or IT Security.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Knowledge of computer science; systems analysis & design; data security practices & implementation; common adversary tactics, techniques & procedures; data backup, types of backups & recovery concepts & tools; cryptology; encryption methodologies; incident response & handling methodologies; network traffic analysis methods; scripting language programs (e.g., Power Shell, WMI)*. Skill in operation of personal computer & associated hardware & software; utilization of network analysis tools to identify vulnerabilities. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; read & understand variety of technical material; write program specifications & system documentation; communicate verbally & in writing on technical & non-technical matters; maintain confidentiality of sensitive information; cooperate with co-workers on group projects.

(*) Developed after employment.

Supplemental Information

• Current Department of Developmental Disabilities OCSEA employees shall receive first consideration pursuant to Article 17 of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC.
• May require travel
• Training and development required to remain in classification after employment
• No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date; in addition, you must clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications. All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments to your application are only supplemental and may not be considered.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.