IT Info Security Engineer II

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Information Technology Services (ITS) is a team of dedicated professionals providing core technology and cybersecurity services to agencies statewide, enabling state employees to better serve Idaho's citizens.

The selected individual will be part of a team that tests, implements, deploys, maintains, reviews, and administers infrastructure hardware and software to effectively manage the computer network defenses and resources, and will actively remediate known risks, misconfigurations, and audit findings to enhance Idaho's cybersecurity.

Information Technology Services (ITS) currently has one opening for an Information Security Engineer Level II position in our Chinden office in Boise. This position provides critical, frontline, hands-on support in vulnerability management, cyber risk analysis, and security assessments. It is part of a team that delivers 24/7/365 cybersecurity services, including protection, detection, and response to cybersecurity threats both offensively and defensively.

Please note:

The successful candidate MUST pass a national level, fingerprint-based background check, including agency-specific checks related to CJIS, HIPAA, FTI, PCI and other high-confidentiality information.

• Manages, implements, operates, and maintains advanced cybersecurity systems
• Participates in cybersecurity risk finding remediation efforts
• Evaluates and recommends solutions and mitigation strategies related to cybersecurity operations
• Undertakes security-related scans, daily monitoring alerts, and reporting on cyber threats and attacks
• Assists in the management of system and network access control
• Assists in cybersecurity configuration auditing for policy and compliance adherence

• Good knowledge of cybersecurity incident response and handling methodologies (typically gained by at least two years of related work experience OR one year plus two related college/vocational courses; experience should be within the last five years).
• Authentication, authorization, and access control methods (typically gained by at least two years of work experience in network security OR one year plus two related courses; experience within last five years).
• Vulnerability information dissemination sources (alerts, errata, bulletins) (typically two years of professional work experience in network security OR one year plus two related courses; experience within last five years).
• Common threats, vulnerabilities, and related mitigation strategies (typically two years of work experience within the last five years in network security).

• Administering cryptography and cryptographic key management concepts (typically at least two years of experience managing cryptographic keys within the last five years).

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and State programs, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Employees/Benefits.html.

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected by law. The State provides access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, contact  (TTY/TTD: 711) or ada.coordinator ho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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