Telework is available.
Under the administrative direction of the Mission Support Branch (MSB) Chief, Information Technology Manager II (IT Mgr II) the Information Technology Specialist III (IT Spec III) serves as the California Department of Technology’s (CDT’s) lead Security Engineer on the California Cybersecurity Integration Center (Cal-CSIC) team as part of the Homeland Security partnership. The Cal-CSIC serves as the central organizing hub of the state government’s cybersecurity activities. The Cal-CSIC's mission is to reduce the likelihood and severity of cyber incidents that could damage California’s economy, its critical infrastructure, or public and private sector computer networks in the state. Within the Cal-CSIC, the MSB provides the following functions: Business Operations; Cyber Policy & Strategic Planning; Vendor Management; Partner Integration; Information Technology (IT) Engineering; and Metrics Collection & Reporting. The MSB develops, implements, enforces, and maintains processes, practices, and policies related to the Cal-CSIC. The IT Spec III is a lead security engineer and expert-level advisor in the development and support of complex enterprise infrastructure, systems, and cybersecurity solutions.
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 take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
This position physically reports to the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) at 10390 Peter A McCuen Boulevard, Mather, CA 95655. Work is conducted in a professional office environment. Business dress, according to current office policy, is required. This position requires the ability to work excess hours, to effectively work under pressure to meet deadlines, use of a computer to communicate and prepare written materials, and the ability to travel to meetings, training, and conferences at various locations.
Additionally:
When requested to fill an operational assignment and until demobilized, the following duties will be performed and your regular duties may temporarily cease:
May be required to work in the State Operations Center (SOC), Regional Emergency Operations Center (REOC), Joint Field Office (JFO), Area Field Office (AFO), Local Assistance Center (LAC), or other location to provide assistance in emergency response and recovery activities. All staff is required to complete operational related training and participate in one of three Readiness Teams that rotate activation availability on a monthly basis if not assigned to an Operational Branch (e.g., Fire/ Law/ Region/ PSC Operations (Technicians)/ PSC Engineering (Engineers). May be required to participate in emergency drills, training and exercises.
Staff need to work effectively under stressful conditions; work effectively & cooperatively under the pressure of short leave time; work weekends, holidays, extended and rotating shifts (day/night). Statewide travel may also be required for extended periods of time and on short notice.
While fulfilling an operational assignment it is important to understand that you are filling a specific “position” and that position reports to a specific Incident Command System (ICS) hierarchy. This is the chain of command that you report to while on this interim assignment.
Please refer to the Duty Statement for Additional Work Environment Requirements.
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.
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Job Code #:
JC-483088
Position #(s):
695-332-1415-245
Working Title:
Information Security Engineer
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
$9,230.00 - $12,369.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Work Week:
MONDAY - FRIDAY
The California Department of Technology (CDT) is the guardian of public data, a leader in information technology (IT) services and solutions, and has broad responsibility and authority over all aspects of technology in California state government, including policy formation, interagency coordination, IT project oversight, information security, technology service delivery, and advocacy.
As an industry leader, we are committed to partnering with state and local government and educational entities to deliver digital services, develop innovative and responsive solutions for business needs, and provide quality assurance for state government IT projects and services. Our success and legacy of service is reliant upon our highly talented, dedicated, and diverse workforce, for it is our individual cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities that spark our collaborative strength and innovative approach to serving the State of California.
Department Website: http://cdt.ca.gov
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).
In addition, this employee shall obtain a SECRET Homeland level security and maintain the clearance to work in secured areas. This position requires the employee to be a US Citizen or US Naturalized Citizen.
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: 7/11/2025
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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 Technology
Human Resources
Attn: Human Resources/ LM/ RPA 24-245/ JC-483088
Selection Services Unit
P.O. Box 1810
Rancho Cordova, CA 95741
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Technology
Drop Off 2nd Floor Security
Human Resources/ LM/ RPA 24-245/ JC-483088
10860 Gold Center Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Please deliver to the 2nd Floor Security Office
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:
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.
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:
Knowledge:
Skills:
Abilities:
Please refer to the Duty Statement for additional Desirable Qualifications.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://cdt.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Robyn Perle
(916) 800-5722
Robyn.Perle@state.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 460-9867
eeo@state.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.
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.
Training and Development Assignment may be considered. Additional positions may be filled from this recruitment.
If you have questions about the State Hiring Process visit our Career Opportunities webpage at https://cdt.ca.gov/career-opportunities/state-hiring-process.
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.
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