Security Operations Center; SOC Analyst at Franchise Tax Board Sacramento County, CA

Job Description and Duties

About this role:

The Franchise Tax Board’s mission is to help taxpayers file tax returns timely and accurately, and to pay the correct amount to fund services important to Californians. The protection of taxpayer information and privacy is one of our foundational principles that support that mission, and you have the opportunity to be directly involved as a valued member of our Security Operations Center (SOC).

Under the direction of the SOC Supervisor and SOC Management, you will perform a wide variety of tasks related to cybersecurity monitoring within the Franchise Tax Board (FTB)’s SOC, which contributes to the protection of FTB’s systems, data, and people. The regular work schedule will include weekends and holidays, in order to provide 24x7 coverage.

This role may be a good fit for you if:

• You are a security‑minded analyst that loves enabling IT/Business teams to balance security and operational needs.
• You can work effectively within a team environment.
• You are constantly learning and enjoy staying up to date on emerging security threats.
• You have a knack for, and enjoy communicating, security concepts to different audiences.
• You value good documentation and guidance.
• You take pleasure in sharing your knowledge and experience with others to help them succeed.
• You are excited about applying your talents to protect Californian taxpayers.

Additional positions may become available (eRPA ).

• This position is eligible for limited remote‑working within California based on departmental guidelines and operational need. FTB has a minimum in‑office requirement of four days per week for all positions including those that are eligible for telework.

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. E-Verify is a web‑based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please go to the E‑Verify website.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with a technical and non‑technical stakeholder.
• Experience demonstrating analytical skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Knowledge of Information Technology systems, with respect to hardening and defending them.
• Experience in a Cybersecurity/Information Security role, such as security vulnerability assessment, security event analysis, security technology (firewall, anti‑virus, web security, data loss prevention, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and/or User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)), Security Tool Administration, Knowledge and experience with Incident Response.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related major.
• Certification related to Cyber defense, incident response, penetration testing, or security management.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

In addition, Franchise Tax Board offers the following:

• Convenient transportation and commuting options include Light Rail stop, bicycle lockers, free parking, and carpool/vanpool opportunities.

CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 172:
All candidates for, appointees to, and employees in the state civil service shall possess the general qualifications of integrity, honesty, sobriety, dependability, industry, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, courtesy, ability to work cooperatively with others, willingness and ability to assume the responsibilities and to conform to the conditions of work characteristic of the employment, and a state of health, consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

Where the position requires the driving of an automobile, the employee must have a valid state driver’s license, a good driving record and is expected to drive the car safely. The foregoing general qualifications shall be deemed to be a part of the personal…