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Under general direction of the Information Technology (IT) Manager I, the incumbent serves as the Application Security technical specialist (lead) and Senior Developer for the application development activities and supporting processes of the California Department of Insurance (CDI) within the Microsoft Technologies scope. The incumbent reviews application/system architecture, configuration, and changes to ensure that they are incompliance within information security policies and procedures. This position performs functions that fall within the Information Technology domain of Information Security Engineering. The Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) is responsible for validating that software solutions adhere to cybersecurity principles when designed, built and implemented and helps ensure end-to-end security from product inception through end-of-life. The ITS II must understand a range of disciplines, from base operating systems and middleware services to APIs, application security, cloud services and databases.
Occasional travel may be required within and/or outside the state of California via private or public transportation (i.e., automobile, airplane, etc.). Travel may include overnight stay. Overtime may be required.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Step 1 - If you have not taken the Information Technology Specialist II examination, or if your eligibility has expired, and/or you have no other type of eligibility, you MUST take the examination to be eligible for appointment. Please click the link provided below for the examination information and instructions.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
- Must be able to work in a high-rise building
- Ability to transport documents and/or equipment up to 15-25 lbs., i.e. laptop computer, files, reference manuals, solicitation documents, etc.
- Eligible for telework in accordance with CDIs Telework policy. Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants must reside in California.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-419789
Position #(s):
413-105-1414-010
Working Title:
Security Specialist and Senior Developer (Lead) for MS Apps
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,130.00 - $10,893.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Telework
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The California Department of Insurance is looking for a highly motivated team player to join the
ADMINISTRATION AND LICENSING SERVICES BRANCH
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIVISION
Application Development & Maintenance Bureau
Location: Sacramento
If you want to be part of a fast-paced collaborative team,
in a REMOTE-CENTERED e nvironment,
we want to hear from you!
Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov
Special Requirements
Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview.
Live Scan
Candidates not currently employed at CDI will be required to submit to a criminal history review process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
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: 3/15/2024
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.
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:
Department of Insurance
Attn: Classifications & Consultation
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Insurance
Classifications & Consultation
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814
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.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
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:
- Experience with review of application/system architecture, configuration, and changes to ensure that they are complying within information security policies and procedures;
- Must have a minimum of four (4) years of experience, within the last five (5) years, of active senior level development experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM;
- Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience with systems integration;
- Must have a minimum of three (3) years, within the last five (5) years of experience with CRM deployment;
- At least one year working with Azure File Storage;
- Experience with SharePoint integration, Azure Cloud Storage Integration, MS Office customization(s);
- Experience working as a team lead;
- Must understand a range of Information Technology disciplines: operating systems, middleware services, APIs, application security, cloud services, databases, application security design.
Benefits
CDI offers many benefits including the following:
- Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- On the Job Training
- Paid Holidays and leave
- Defined benefit retirement program
- Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
- Commute Program
- Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Consultation Unit
(916) 492-3300
cdijobinquiries@insurance.ca.gov
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:
Shannon Flynn
(916) 492-3024
Shannon.Flynn@insurance.ca.gov
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.
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.
