What are the responsibilities and job description for the Analyst/Programmer 4/5 position at State of Alaska?
What you will be doing:
This position assists in maintenance and development of the division’s software applications and coordinates the physical and cyber security programs.
The mission of the Division of Elections (DOE) is to ensure public confidence in the electoral process by administering voter registration and elections with the highest level of professional standards, integrity, security, accuracy, and fairness.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
We are a dynamic, diverse, high performing team where no two days are the same. We offer the ability to use your professional talents and collaborate with partners at the local, state and national levels.
Examples of Duties:
Create decision matrixes, flow charts and other operational contingency documentation.
Maintain and update end user experiences in both Model-Driven and in Canvas power platform applications.
Coordinate the security programs related to each of the division’s systems including but not limited to: Voter Registration and Election Management, Ballot Tabulation System, Online Voter Registration, Online Absentee Ballot Application System, Online Ballot Delivery System, My Voter Information Portal, the division’s public web site.
Operate systems and processes that increase the security and stability of election services. This includes, access control systems, intrusion detection systems, incident response systems, disaster recovery systems, and networking monitoring tools.
Acting as a liaison between technical staff, other state agencies, vendors and management on security practices for the division’s offices and systems.
Oversee vendors and contracts that improve the security, efficacy, and stability of the entire elections process (cyber and physical).
Act as the primary coordinator for remediation efforts related to any security related events (again physical and cyber).
Create regular situational security reports for the Division Operations Manager.
Create automated scripts that facilitate streamlined workflows for users of the division’s various software systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Basic understanding of security architecture, systems security, network security, application security and disaster recovery.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft’s Power Platform and its related development spaces (Power Automate, Power BI etc.)
Experience connecting disparate data systems into a single end user application.
Experience with data conversion projects.
Basic knowledge of a variety of operating systems, features, and environments including Windows Server, IIS, SFTP, and Azure.
Basic knowledge of security incident management, collaboration and conflict management.
Strong organizational and self-motivated skills, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing environments.
Ability to articulate IT security and privacy issues in a clear and actionable manner to non-technical staff and understand political relationships between agencies.
Ability to work under pressure with a high degree of independence and accuracy.
Ability to prepare reports, test and evaluate software packages and systems.
Ability to read, understand and apply information in technical manuals, journals, and the ability to apply and understand statutes and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in cyber security, computer science, computer programming, computer engineering, or a related technical field.
Substitution:
4 years of any combination of software development experience or education; in computer science or computer programming.
Additional Required Information
This position is in the Exempt Service per AS 39.25.110(20). In accordance with AS 15.10.105(b)(2), after successfully completing a period of probation, employees in the class achieve permanent status in the division of Elections.
Additional Required Information
**NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
COVER LETTER
Applicants are required to include a cover letter with their application for this position. In your cover letter, in a professional business format, no longer than one (1) page, please detail your experience, training, and/or education that explains how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate for this position. The cover letter will be considered as a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants who do not submit a clear, well organized, informative cover letter meeting the requirements detailed above will not be considered for an interview.
DOCUMENTS NEEDED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW
If you are selected to advance to the interview, please be prepared to provide the following (if not already attached to your application):
- Current resume
- Copy of academic transcripts, to verify post-secondary education used to meet the Minimum Qualifications. (Unofficial are okay, please ensure that your full name and the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts)
- Three professional references with current contact information
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information
Micheala Thompson
Division Operations Manager
Office of the Lt. Governor, Division of Elections
michaela.thompson@alaska.gov
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits
- Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
- The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
- AVTEC
- Confidential
- Correctional Officers
- Marine Engineers
- Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
- Supervisory
- Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
- Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
- The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
- General Government
- Labor, Trades and Crafts
- Public Safety Employees Association
- Masters, Mates & Pilots
- The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
- Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
- Group-based insurance premiums for
- Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
- Supplemental Survivor Benefits
- Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
- Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
- Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
- Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
- Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
- Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
- Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
- Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
