Cyber Security Lead Analyst; of State

This position is open only to current Colorado state residents.

An eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

Analyst IV – Lead Analyst, Whole of State Cyber Security Program

Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,022 - $7,500/month; $72,264 - $90,000/year. Full Salary Range: $6,022 - $9,636/month; $72,264 - $115,632/year.

• Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
• Eligible employees receive Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000.
• The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee’s health and wellness goals, offering personalized health coaching, skill groups and more. Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount.
• Through Benefit Hub, State of Colorado employees have access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country.
• State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan.
• Eligible employees have access to medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
• Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
• Excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans.
• Generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually, accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days.
• Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state with counseling, referrals and resources.
• Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
• Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.

• Monday through Friday between core hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• A hybrid work model is utilized, requiring in‑office attendance a minimum of three (3) days per week.

This critical position is responsible for providing high‑level cyber intelligence, data analytics, and programmatic support to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation Cyber‑Security Unit; the Colorado Information Analysis Center; various infrastructure sectors including energy, water & wastewater, communications, and information technology; and other key stakeholders. The position establishes intelligence collection and production requirements related to cyber‑security prevention, protection, and mitigation, and provides real‑time response capability during significant cyber‑security events.

The position assists with recovery efforts to promote rapid restoration of systems and networks.

The Lead Analyst will play a pivotal role in supporting the development of Colorado's Whole of State Cybersecurity Program, dedicated to empowering Colorado’s communities to become the most resilient state in the U.S. against cyber threats.

As part of the Whole of State’s Cybersecurity Unit, the Analyst will be responsible for providing actionable information with federal, SLTT, critical infrastructure and community partners, and technical assistance support and coordination.

As a Lead Analyst and Work Lead, this staff member must demonstrate strong leadership, coordinate and communicate with supervisors, and maintain the highest level of professional expertise. This position plans, organizes, and directs overall workplace functions, coordinating time and multiple schedules for maximum staff coverage and efficiency of operation.

• Leading the identification, investigation, and analysis of cybersecurity threat intelligence from a variety of open‑source and classified sources.
• Responsible for writing analytical…