Information Security Analyst

Job Description - Information Security Analyst 2 )

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Information Security Analyst 2 - (  )

Hello! We’re the Justice Information Technology Services (JITS) team, we provide vital Information Technology (IT) infrastructure which Montanan’s rely upon to support state and local law enforcement. Our dynamic team manages IT systems, services, and interfaces to support approximately 900 DOJ employees, and over 3,000 Criminal Justice Information Network (CJIN) customers working together to safeguard Montana! We directly support DOJ staff involved with legal cases concerning the State and its people, Montana 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 will serve as a vital component of the DOJ Information Security Program, acting as the primary defense for the department's security operations. Your core responsibilities involve the collection and evaluation of technical security data. Through this analysis, you will develop actionable guidance for DOJ leadership to effectively identify and mitigate potential security risks.

• Protect the DOJ by detecting and neutralizing system vulnerabilities, and enforcing the designated security standards.
• Perform vulnerability evaluations on computer systems and network infrastructure.
• Propose security upgrades for current or future information technology 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 working in an IT security role.
• Other combinations of education, certification or experience may be substituted.

• Security certifications (Security+, ISC2 CC, etc.) are highly desired.
• Network certifications (Network+, CCNA, etc.) are highly desired.
• Windows/Linux/UNIX system administration (workstations and servers) is highly desired.
• Experience with applying NIST 800-53 and CJIS Security Policy.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cyber security landscape – threats, trends, technologies.
• Have conducted proactive network or system searches to detect and isolate advanced threats.

• Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays.
• Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan.

Hourly: $37.00 - $39.00. Telework Eligible (full‑time telework is not available; telework schedule must be supervisor approved).

The State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.