Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of Information Technology Manager I (IT Mgr I) the Information Technology Specialist I (IT Spec I) will serve as an Information Security Auditor in the Department of Technology Office of Information Security (OIS), Audit Research. The IT Spec I will support the execution of information security program audits through activities involving the Statewide Information Security Oversight program. The IT Spec I is responsible for supporting timely execution of high-quality information security program audits of state agencies, to validate requisite information security controls are in place and are working as intended.

Telework 
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule within California based on departmental policy and operational needs. The telework policy is subject to change depending on business needs, and/or reporting to the work site may be required with minimal notification given. 

Visa Sponsorship 
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or to take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

CA Residency:

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

• Work is conducted in a professional office environment.
• Business dress, according to current office policy, is required.
• This position may require the ability to work excess hours, to effectively handle stress while working under pressure to meet deadlines, use of a computer to communicate and prepare written materials, and the ability to travel to meetings, audit locations and conferences at various locations.
• Must pass a fingerprint background check completed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

May be eligible for telework and when permitted incumbent is:

• Required to support a work from home environment.
• Expected to maintain a secure workspace within their home and support necessary logistical requirements to support remote video conferencing and remote work.
• Maintain a secure work from home environment for all work materials to ensure they are not misused, lost, damaged, stolen or improperly disclosed.

Special Requirements

Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed state application (STD. 678) – For exam use only. 

Please do NOT include your Social Security Number on any of the submitted documents. 

Must pass a fingerprint background criminal record check completed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

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:

• Professional security industry recognized certifications such as the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) are desirable, but not required.
• Knowledge of federal and state information security policies, standards, principles, practices and frameworks.
• Knowledge of governance, advisory, and fieldwork audit processes.
• Information Technology background and auditing experience.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, independence of action, and originality.
• Demonstrate tact and good independent judgment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to easily adapt to changing priorities; lead a team of employees and/or working groups.
• Maintain consistent, predictable attendance in the performance of the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to promote a business climate and culture of integrity, respect, excellence, and teamwork.

Benefits

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

Additional Application Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State Application (STD. 678) revised 10/2023. The position number and job control number must be identified in the job title line of the STD 678 (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title of the STD 678 if submitting an electronic application through CalCareers Account). The hard copy application MUST be signed. Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.

Note: Applications MUST include the “From dates“ and “To” dates, “Hours Per Week”, and “Duties Performed” fields for all job listed in the “Employment History” fields, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles). Applications that are submitted blank will be considered incomplete. Reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties will not be accepted. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. For all other questions regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer Unit at (866) 844-8671.

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 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 -

  If you are using EDUCATION to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, you MUST provide your unofficial transcripts as proof of meeting the education requirements as listed in the Classification Specification (please see the Class Specification located under “Minimum Requirements” on the left -hand side of this job posting). Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide a foreign transcript evaluation. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at  . Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File. 

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Second job, Work from home, Visa sponsorship, Work visa,

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