Information Security Specialist 2

Are you interested in highly advanced technical and administrative information technology (IT) work that supports enterprise security operations within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania? The Office for Information Technology (OIT) is looking for a motivated and hard working professional to make a difference by sustaining and ensuring strong security practices while enabling the operational business of our Commonwealth stakeholders to perform necessary IT functions in order to deliver best in class service to the citizens of Pennsylvania. This position affords great opportunities to collaborate with many enterprise and agency resources. This is your chance to stand out from the rest and join our enterprise security operations team!

As an Information Security Specialist 2, you will be part of a team responsible for administering the day to day operations that come with managing the enterprise endpoint security and data loss prevention endpoint products. Additional opportunities for contribution include assisting with efforts in the area of Commonwealth Domain Name Service (DNS). Excellent communication skills are essential for fostering a cohesive and efficient working environment between enterprise and agency personnel. Proactively minded self starters who display initiative and resiliency in the face of complex challenges are highly encouraged to apply.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will be required to report to work on-site at least 1 day per month. Telework schedule is subject to change based upon operational needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Information Security Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of experience performing technical work in information technology security, and an associate's degree in any information technology field; or
• One year of experience performing technical work in information technology security, and a bachelor's degree in any information technology field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• This particular position requires one or more years of professional full-time experience managing and maintaining antivirus software, including installation, configuration, updates, and troubleshooting, ensuring they function correctly ad meet organizational needs.
• This particular position requires one or more years of full-time professional experience in Domain Name Services (DNS).
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.