Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analyst 2 )

Division Overview:

We’re the Justice Information Technology Services (JITS) team, providing essential IT infrastructure for Montanan law enforcement. Our dynamic team manages systems, services, and interfaces that support approximately 900 DOJ employees and over 3,000 CJIN customers. We safeguard Montana through roles that span legal cases, missing persons, victim services, children’s justice, consumer protection, criminal investigations, highway safety, motor vehicle licensing, gambling control, and forensic laboratory services.

As an Information Security Analyst 2, you serve as a vital component of the DOJ Information Security Program, acting as the primary defense for the department’s security operations.

• Protect the DOJ by detecting and neutralizing system vulnerabilities and enforcing designated security standards.
• Perform vulnerability evaluations on computer systems and network infrastructure.
• Propose security upgrades for current or future IT systems.
• Investigate digital devices for potential criminal activity and compile detailed forensic findings upon request.
• Manage and adjust security tools and software configurations to align with specific system needs.
• Execute incident-response protocols to mitigate security breaches or cyberattacks.
• Oversee designated security platforms as part of administrative duties.

• Bachelor’s degree in an Information Technology-related field.
• Two years of experience in an IT security role.
• Other combinations of education, certification, or experience may be substituted.

• Security certifications (e.g., Security+, ISC2 CC).
• Network certifications (e.g., Network+, CCNA).
• Windows/Linux/UNIX system administration experience (workstations and servers).
• Experience applying NIST 800‑53 and CJIS Security Policy.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity landscape—threats, trends, technologies.
• Proactive network or system searches to detect and isolate advanced threats.

Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays. Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan. Telework Eligibility:
Not Telework Eligible.

Salary: $34.00 - $37.00 hourly

Job Type: Standard

Schedule:

Full-Time, Day Shift

Travel:
Yes, 10 % of the time

Primary

Location:

Helena

Number of Openings: 1

Agency:
Department of Justice Union: 000 - None

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