In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Knowledge of:
- Analytical procedures and methods;
- The application of security policies and procedures, security awareness programs, business continuity, disaster recovery plans, and operational recovery plans; and technical knowledge of California and federal laws, policies, and regulations and procedures applicable to data confidentiality, security, and privacy (specifically NIST 800-53, NIST SP1800-35, and/or California SAM 5300).
- Administration and support of infrastructure services and platforms, security services and solutions including:
o Demonstrate a solid understanding of LAN/WAN technology protocols and processes (e.g., DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP)
o Next generation firewall, web filtering and switching, such as Palo Alto Networks, Aruba, Juniper, & Cisco;
o Identity and authentication solutions, such as Microsoft Azure/Windows Active Directory
o Server operating systems, such as Microsoft Windows Server;
o Server virtualization, such as VMware vSphere;
o Cloud-based office productivity and security solutions, such as Microsoft/Office 365 (M365/O365), including MS Advanced Threat Protection/Defender for Endpoint/Identity/Office platforms;
o Cloud solutions, such as Azure Cloud services and Amazon Web Services (AWS)
o Endpoint management and protection solutions, such as Microsoft Intune;
o Server patching solutions, such as Windows Server Update Services and Azure Arc;
o Mobile Device Management solutions, such as Microsoft Intune;
o Enterprise VPN services such as PAN Global Protect
o Cybersecurity controls and standards
Ability to:
- Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing;
- Develop clear, accurate, and concise reports, correspondence, issue papers,
memorandums, and other types of written communication;
- Network, communicate, and interface effectively with business and technical personnel with various levels of IT knowledge;
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills;
- Provide technical guidance for lower level staff and State contractors/consultants;
- Apply technical knowledge effectively and methodically;
- Provide infrastructure administration and support services that adhere to Departmental policies and procedures and other governing State laws.
