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Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23DOT-HQ-05308
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Headquarters
Opening Date: 12/21/2023
Closing Date: 12/28/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
WSDOT Technology Services Division (TSD) is currently seeking a skilled professional to serve as a high-level expert in IT Project Management. This senior IT position will serve as the Cybersecurity Program Manager and will be responsible for ensuring that the TSD cybersecurity office is successful in the implementation and execution of the agency's Cybersecurity Program. The Cybersecurity Program Manager role will lead and support a variety of projects within WSDOT, facilitating the planning and prioritization of complex cybersecurity services. These projects may be complex and span many offices, departments, and entities. Additionally, this position may serve as the lead in the development and execution of Requests For Information (RFIs) followed by Request for Proposals (RFPs) for the Cybersecurity Program in collaboration with the WSDOT's Administrative Contracts Office.
What to Expect
The IT Project Management - Senior/Specialist in this role must minimally be capable of directing one or more medium- to large-scale, high-risk enterprise-wide cybersecurity or other projects assessed by the OCIO as "Under Oversight." This is the agency's senior-level project management position responsible for setting standards and best practices surrounding project management, and to ensure compliance.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Cybersecurity Program Manager will:
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, at least one of the following are required:
In addition to one of the above, the following are also required:
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
Important Notes
Check out this video to learn more:
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter via email.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, at Please be sure to reference 23DOT-HQ-05308 in the subject line.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who a...
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23DOT-HQ-05308
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Headquarters
Opening Date: 12/21/2023
Closing Date: 12/28/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
WSDOT Technology Services Division (TSD) is currently seeking a skilled professional to serve as a high-level expert in IT Project Management. This senior IT position will serve as the Cybersecurity Program Manager and will be responsible for ensuring that the TSD cybersecurity office is successful in the implementation and execution of the agency's Cybersecurity Program. The Cybersecurity Program Manager role will lead and support a variety of projects within WSDOT, facilitating the planning and prioritization of complex cybersecurity services. These projects may be complex and span many offices, departments, and entities. Additionally, this position may serve as the lead in the development and execution of Requests For Information (RFIs) followed by Request for Proposals (RFPs) for the Cybersecurity Program in collaboration with the WSDOT's Administrative Contracts Office.
What to Expect
The IT Project Management - Senior/Specialist in this role must minimally be capable of directing one or more medium- to large-scale, high-risk enterprise-wide cybersecurity or other projects assessed by the OCIO as "Under Oversight." This is the agency's senior-level project management position responsible for setting standards and best practices surrounding project management, and to ensure compliance.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Cybersecurity Program Manager will:
- Employ expert project management and leadership skills to independently analyze business requirements, proposed scope, budget, and resources.
- Develop the required project documentation in accordance with the Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Body Of Knowledge (PMBOK) and WSDOT TSD Enterprise Technology Project Management Office (ETPMO) standards and best practices.
- Facilitate the establishment of a Project Steering committee ensuring composition from IT Business Customer management, TSD management personnel and Stakeholders.
- Establish and lead project team meetings to manage the progress of the team throughout the duration of the project.
- Continuously monitor and measure project team execution of assigned tasks.
- Coordinate project team activity with external entities to ensure compliance with mandatory design and code reviews and working with project SMEs.
- Facilitate the creation of required cutover plans, cutover and implementation schedules and Go/No-go evaluations.
- Independently establish and facilitate risk management, issue resolution, and formal change control processes based on the Project Management Body Of Knowledge (PMBOK) and TSD ETPMO best practices.
- Use broad and deep understanding of the project management discipline within the ETPMO to propose improvements to project management processes and advise other agency IT professionals on best practices.
- Plan, organize, monitor, and manage the assigned program and apply federal and state mandated guidelines.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, at least one of the following are required:
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business, an Information Technology program, or closely related field AND seven (7) years (full-time equivalent) of progressive professional IT experience (with five (5) of those years working as an IT Project Manager of large-scale IT projects and/or major enterprise-wide IT systems through the complete IT project lifecycle).
- An Associate's degree or higher in an Information Technology program or a closely related field AND nine (9) years (full-time equivalent) of progressive professional IT experience (with five (5) years working as an IT Project Manager of large-scale IT projects and/or major enterprise-wide IT systems through the complete IT project lifecycle).
- Eleven (11) years (full-time equivalent) of progressive professional IT experience (with five (5) years working as an IT Project Manager of large-scale IT projects and/or major enterprise-wide IT systems through the complete IT project lifecycle).
In addition to one of the above, the following are also required:
- Formal training, such as, university level courses in project management or certification in project management.
- Experience working with project stakeholders, governance bodies, and executive leadership.
- A valid driver's license.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Knowledge and experience in Contract Management of Information Technology contracts.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
- Certification in Prosci ADKAR Organizational Change Management (OCM).
- Knowledge and expertise in developing Request For Proposals (RFP), Request For Information (RFI), and Request For Quotation (RFQ), (collectively RFXX), documents for software acquisitions and application development projects.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position may require occasionally, in-State overnight travel.
- In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in of the Washington Administrative Code.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit
- Work-Life Balance - We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions.
- Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance - Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to for more information.
Check out this video to learn more:
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter via email.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, at Please be sure to reference 23DOT-HQ-05308 in the subject line.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who a...
