What are the responsibilities and job description for the INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY RISK ANALYST (TECHNICAL MANAGER III) position at State of Illinois?
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager III
Closing Date/Time: 04/01/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,055 Monthly; Full Range $5,055 - $8,800 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Plan/BU: NR916 Pro-Tech Teamsters
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 45596 - IPR# 47293
Why Work for Illinois?
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No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
This position is responsible for conducting research and analysis to identify risks and vulnerabilities across all aspects of Information Technology for the department and recommends appropriate and effective risk management actions. Under the supervision of the IT Compliance Manager, this position assists in analyzing all agency applications and documentation including business processes, Business Impact Analysis (BIA) reports, and Information Systems Contingency Plans (ISCP) to develop risk assessments for applications and IT-related support activities for the department. The incumbent assists with the effective execution of the IT risk management framework across the department.
Essential Functions
- Conducts research, system, and application analysis to identify risks and vulnerabilities. Recommends appropriate and effective management across all aspects of IT for the department.
- Analyzes all agency applications and documentation including business processes, Business Impact Analysis (BIA) reports, and Information Systems Contingency Plans (ISCP) to develop risk assessments for applications and IT-related support activities.
- Assists IT management and staff with application and project reviews to ensure the functionality, integrity, and security of the department’s systems and applications.
- Verifies IT risks are appropriately documented for mitigation with solutions and controls easily identified and aligned with business area requirements.
- Provides expertise for resolution and risk mitigation; develops, tracks, and reports on Key Risk Indicators (KRIs); and monitors, tracks, and reports on mitigation and resolution of risks.
- Monitors, assesses, identifies, and reports mitigation and resolution of risks to which the department is exposed.
- Conducts research which includes reviewing historical data, business processes and technical resources to develop in-depth assessments of threats to the department’s networks, systems, users, and data.
- Assists IT management in vetting new issues and conducting analysis for identifying applicable regulatory risks from changes or additions to regulatory guidance and requirements.
- Performs process-level walkthroughs and works with data and security staff to ensure control testing actions are completed and documented for the identification and assessment of IT risk and control actions.
- Effectively communicates key risks, findings, and recommendations for improvement to project teams and key stakeholders.
- Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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Completion of a bachelor’s degree majoring in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or Risk Management OR Completion of two years of college plus two years of experience in IT Risk Management, IT Audit, IT Compliance, IT Data Security, or a similar field OR Six years of experience in IT Risk Management, IT Audit, IT Compliance, IT Data Security, or a similar field
Preferred Qualifications
- Understanding of key technology concepts such as access control, data classification, data, encryption, business continuity, contingency planning, information security vulnerability scans, and technical applications.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work with others to establish goals, objectives, and action plans.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of applications.
Conditions of Employment
- The Conditions of Employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
- Requires a valid driver’s license.
- Requires the ability to travel statewide on occasion with overnight stays.
- Requires successful completion of background screening.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Information Technology Risk Analysts.
The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity, and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois.
Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.
The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
- Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
- Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
- New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
- Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
- (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62764-0001
Office: Office of Finance and Administration/Bureau of Information Processing
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation; Public Safety; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
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Salary : $5,055 - $8,800
