Cybersecurity Analyst; Austin

Job Description - Cybersecurity Analyst (Austin) (827375)

Job Description Cybersecurity Analyst (Austin) - ( 827375 ) Description

WHO WE ARE:

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity St. Austin, TX.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

This position exhibits a high degree of complexity. The Cybersecurity Analyst III must analyze diverse, high-volume security log data from multi-cloud and on-premise environments. The role requires the ability to differentiate between false positives and sophisticated, multi-stage cyber threats. Investigations involve reverse-engineering attack vectors, analyzing malware, and correlating disparate data points to uncover root causes while preserving data evidence according to federal audit standards.

Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The incumbent independently prioritizes daily operations and dictates investigation methodologies based on threat severity.

• Knowledge of:
  • Advanced cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5, and TAC §202); federal protection standards including IRS Pub 1075 and CJIS; network security architecture, protocols, and routing; and automated orchestration methodologies.
• Skill in:
  • Querying and configuring enterprise SIEM and SOAR platforms; analyzing raw packet captures (PCAPs); deploying endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools; and developing automation logic for security playbooks.
• Ability to:
  • Analyze complex technical data under high-pressure scenarios; communicate highly technical risk concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders; and maintain absolute confidentiality regarding sensitive state investigations.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Eight years of full-time experience in cybersecurity analysis,information security analysis, or digital forensics.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
• Certification as a SANS GIAC Information Security Professional(GISP), Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA), Certified inRisk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent senior level cybersecuritycertification is required.

• Seven (7) or more years of experience in cybersecurity analysis, with specific experience managing compliance audits and investigations within a State of Texas agency.
• Advanced Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proven experience authoring automated SOAR playbooks or writing custom detection logic (e.g., Sigma rules, YARA).

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
• Competitive salary: $10,091.92/month
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.

Duty involves up to 10% travel within the state of Texas.