What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cybersecurity Analyst position at Texas Workforce Commission?
Who We Are
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity Street, Austin, TX, 78701.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
Who You Are
The ideal Cybersecurity Analyst III - Governance, Risk, and Compliance at the Texas Workforce Commission is a proactive and experienced cybersecurity professional with a strong understanding of GRC principles and practices, particularly within a state government context. This individual possesses a proven track record of implementing security requirements, conducting assessments, and responding to cybersecurity incidents. Crucially, they are not just adept at identifying cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities, but also excel at collaborating with stakeholders across the agency to develop and implement effective remediation strategies. They are skilled at building consensus, influencing decision-making, and providing practical guidance to ensure that risks are addressed in a timely and effective manner. They are a clear and effective communicator, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, and have the leadership skills to guide and mentor other team members in maintaining a robust security posture for the agency. Furthermore, they are detail-oriented, adaptable to evolving threats, and committed to continuous learning to stay ahead of the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape.
What You Will Do
Performs advanced (senior-level) information security and cybersecurity analysis work. Work involves protecting cybersecurity assets and delivering cybersecurity incident detection, incident response, threat assessment, cyber intelligence, software security and vulnerability assessment services. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
You Will Be Trusted To
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf
How To Apply
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity Street, Austin, TX, 78701.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
Who You Are
The ideal Cybersecurity Analyst III - Governance, Risk, and Compliance at the Texas Workforce Commission is a proactive and experienced cybersecurity professional with a strong understanding of GRC principles and practices, particularly within a state government context. This individual possesses a proven track record of implementing security requirements, conducting assessments, and responding to cybersecurity incidents. Crucially, they are not just adept at identifying cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities, but also excel at collaborating with stakeholders across the agency to develop and implement effective remediation strategies. They are skilled at building consensus, influencing decision-making, and providing practical guidance to ensure that risks are addressed in a timely and effective manner. They are a clear and effective communicator, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, and have the leadership skills to guide and mentor other team members in maintaining a robust security posture for the agency. Furthermore, they are detail-oriented, adaptable to evolving threats, and committed to continuous learning to stay ahead of the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape.
What You Will Do
Performs advanced (senior-level) information security and cybersecurity analysis work. Work involves protecting cybersecurity assets and delivering cybersecurity incident detection, incident response, threat assessment, cyber intelligence, software security and vulnerability assessment services. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
You Will Be Trusted To
- Oversees and coordinates risk assessments.
- Identifies security requirements and best practices for technology platforms, information systems, and information technology operating procedures.
- Reviews and recommends information technology control elements to mitigate information technology risks regarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of business information.
- Collaborates with stakeholders across the agency to develop and implement effective remediation strategies.
- Prepares and provides training on security best practices, providing recommendations, and identifying areas of improvement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Eight years of full-time experience in cybersecurity analysis, information security analysis, or digital forensics.
- Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
- Certification as a SANS GIAC Information Security Professional (GISP), Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent senior level cybersecurity certification is required.
- 5 years of full-time in-service experience with a Cybersecurity team emphasizing in application security assessments with a State of Texas Agency with regular status and senior level cybersecurity certification will satisfy the minimum qualifications.
- Experience in conducting security assessments and/or audits of policies, standards, procedures, and technical environments within state and federal statutes, regulations, and standards relating to information security and computer crime.
- Experience in cybersecurity program implementation.
- Experience in supervising the work of others.
- Strong familiarity with the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) related to cybersecurity and information security.
- Possession of an advanced certification specifically related to cybersecurity, such as the Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE) or demonstrable experience in assessing web applications using Open Worldwide Application Security Project (OWASP) methodologies.
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
- Competitive starting salary: $10,091.92/month
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf
How To Apply
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
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