IT Security & Compliance Specialist I
IT Security & Compliance Specialist I
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
$ 72993 - 109490
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Description of Work
Start your journey towards success!
We are currently accepting applications for Cyber Analyst at NC National Guard of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety.
This is anINTERNAL POSTING open ONLY to current the NC Department of Public Safetys current employees and eligible RIF candidates. Temporary employees are eligible to apply.The Cyber Network Specialist is responsible for actively supporting organizations cybersecurity and compliance efforts. This role plays a crucial part in designing implementing and maintaining a secure and efficient network infrastructure. Work involves the design and implementation of network control mechanisms that serve to control users access to computer networks through such processes as firewalls. Work also involves the implementation of application access control that keeps unauthorized users from accessing a particular computer or network or program. Work involves security scans on network systems application systems and other computer equipment. This role is responsible for the tactical development and implementation of their organizations risk management business continuity planning and disaster recovery plans. Identifies analyzes and mitigates threats to internal information technology (IT) systems and/or networks. Work may involve the management and configuration of servers firewalls routers and other network devices to optimize performance and ensure reliability as well as installing and maintaining software applications patches and updates as needed. Monitors network to actively remediate unauthorized activities and responds to crises or urgent situations within the infrastructure to mitigate immediate and potential threats. Work also involves providing incident response support to State Local Tribal and Territorial organizations within the state. Conduct Defensive Cyberspace operations to support mission requirements as directed by The Adjutant General or Governor.
About the North Carolina National Guard Cyber Team:
NCNGs cyber team provides continuous cyber support to the States critical infrastructure networks and data from cyber threats by providing responsive and effective cybersecurity capabilities. NCNG partners with State Local Tribal and Territorial organizations to provide proactive and reactive assistance to ensure critical assets are protected and secured against malicious actors. NCNGs cyber team provides superior cyber defense and security capabilities in order to protect our nations critical infrastructure and assets. NCNG will leverage the teams expertise agility and readiness to detect prevent and respond to cyber threats in support of federal agencies and our countrys cybersecurity posture.This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including paid vacation paid sick leave paid holidays retirement and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator.
Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position isDT08. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as or lower than their current position. If selected for this position a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience funding availability and internal equity. Based upon these factors a pay increase MAY result.
About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (DPS):The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention protection and preparation. DPS is comprised of approximately 6000 permanent positions and nearly 13000 NC National Guard soldiers and airmen. DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live work and visit through effective law enforcement juvenile justice programs emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to theState Human Resources Actwith the most qualified individuals.
The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position.All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Transcripts may be attached to supplement education and work experience may include internships volunteerism and full and part-time work. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete all-inclusive application maximizes an applicants potential to qualify for the position as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations for the advertised position.Click here for more information and application resources.
Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.
Management Preferences (Optional): These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.
Experience using a wide range of security assessment tools.
Experience conducting compliance audits ensuring adherence to industry regulations and standards within network security practices.
Experience troubleshooting complex security issues.
Working knowledge of CYBERCOMs Command Cyber Readiness Inspection Framework.
- Security Certification
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See details.
Bachelor s degree in computer science or a related IT related field or closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year experience in IT Security.
or
Associates degree in computer science or a related IT related field or closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in IT Security.
or
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other necessary requirements:
Per 5 CFR 731 upon appointment applicant must be able to obtain a favorable suitability and fitness determination from a Tier 1 background investigation conducted by the Office of Personnel Management. Failure to obtain a favorable determination may result in termination of employment.
IAW AR 380-67 Chapter 3-54 Table 3-1 this position is designated as ADP-I and therefore requires a BI/SBI background investigation.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
For applicants with student loans becoming a state employee may include eligibility forthe Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. to learn more.
Transcripts
- Attaching transcripts is optional however we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.
- Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
- International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: Experience
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
- A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
- A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison Rape.PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check.
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click Application Status. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application please call the Applicant Support Help Line at . If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact Devin L. West @
Applicants can search for jobs using hashtags #NG (National Guard)
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
