Job Posting: Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

JC-523056
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Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 7/13/2026

Job Description and Duties

Cal OES is seeking a detail-oriented technology professional to support California’s emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) Safety Reporting Program. As a Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner within the Homeland Security Division’s California Cybersecurity Integration Center (Cal-CSIC), you will help design and refine AI safety policies, playbooks, and procedures, analyze critical incident submissions, and prepare clear, accurate summaries and legislative reports. 

Key responsibilities include reviewing and analyzing AI safety incident reports, compiling and interpreting data for annual reporting, coordinating with partners from the California Cybersecurity Integration Center (Cal-CSIC), California Department of Technology (CDT), and others while supporting continuous improvement of statewide reporting processes.  

The ideal candidate has deep technical and cybersecurity subject matter expertise, is a strong writer and critical thinker who can manage multiple assignments, interpret laws and policies and their technical implications, communicate clearly with executives and stakeholders, and work collaboratively in a fast moving environment. Experience in AI, policy analysis, reporting processes, sensitive information handling, or multi-stakeholder coordination is highly desirable.  

If you’re ready to support California’s AI safety and reporting efforts, we encourage you to apply. 

This position is located at our Mather Campus and is eligible for a hybrid work schedule which may include up to one day of remote work per week. Additional in-office days may be required based on business needs. 

The position is a 12-month limited term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent. This position is pending final budget approval.  

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

See duty statement for more information.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-523056
Position #(s):
163-420-1414-XXX
Working Title:
Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A


Effective July 1, 2025, CalHR implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025), which reduces employee pay in exchange for leave credits. The reduction amount and leave credits vary by bargaining unit. Salary range(s) listed
do not reflect this temporary reduction.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.

Cal OES is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.

Homeland Security is the coordinated effort to ensure we are prepared to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to and recover from threats and acts of terrorism, plus other man-made or natural disasters or catastrophes.  It requires a risk management process in order to ensure California has the right capabilities in place to manage those hazards that pose the greatest risk to the State, its people, and its critical infrastructure and key resources.

In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.

Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov

Special Requirements

DMV Pull Program
Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Application Package Requirements
To have your application considered for this job opportunity:
  • List the Job Code and Position Number for this position in the 'EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING' section on the State Application, STD. 678. 
  • List your most current employment history first in the 'EMPLOYMENT HISTORY' section on the STD. 678. 
  • Provide the 'From' and 'To' dates, including the month, day and year. Also, specify the 'Hours Per Week' that you worked and the 'Total Worked' duration in years and months. Overtime hours may be included.
  • You must complete the 'DUTIES PERFORMED' on the STD. 678 (do not note 'see attached resume' in this section). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
  • SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
  • Please note that consideration will be given to work experience gained in either part-time or full-time positions, regardless of whether the position was paid, volunteer, within state service, or outside of it.
If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency. 

NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD. 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.  
 
**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**
**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**
**Applicants are encouraged to apply electronically.**

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/13/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Recruitment
Attn: Human Resources
3650 Schriever Ave
Mather, CA 95655

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Human Resources
HR Unit - HS
10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard
Mather, CA 95655
Please drop off at HR Window; Second Floor. This excludes holidays and weekends.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications - Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

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:

  • Understanding how to assess and mange risks to develop effective cybersecurity policies. 
  • Familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance and develop effective strategies.
  • Strong understanding of federal, state, and local laws and regulations for drafting and implementing cybersecurity policies.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of emerging technologies and their cybersecurity implications, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and quantum computing.
  • Strong communication abilities to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders for collaboration and policy implementation.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders for collaboration and policy implementation.
  • Ability to analyze complex situations and make sound decisions for strategic planning and policy development.
  • Experience working in collaborative environments with partners, such as regional fusion centers, the California Cybersecurity Integration Center, and the Department of Homeland Security.
  • Ability to analyze complex situations, identify potential solutions, and make sound decisions for strategic planning and policy development.

Benefits

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

  • Free Parking
  • On-site Gym and Locker room
  • Electric Carport
  • Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
  • 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Generous paid time off
  • Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
  • Investment in careers development
  • Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Recruitments
(916) 845-8321
Recruitments@CalOES.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 845-8600
EEO@CalOES.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. Your SOQ will be a determining factor of your qualifications for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will proceed to the hiring interview.

A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Please review the duty statement for the position.

The SOQ should be no more than one page, single-spaced; 11-point Arial font; one-inch margins, with your name in the upper-right corner.

Please respond to the following prompt, providing detailed examples and explanations where appropriate.

  1. Describe a specific instance from your work experience where you assessed the cybersecurity risks of an AI or ML technology and translated that assessment into a written product such as a policy, guideline, risk memorandum, or strategy recommendation. What challenges did you face, and what was the outcome?

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Examination Information

To gain list eligibility for this position, please take the required exam by selecting the appropriate link from the options provided:

IT Spec II - Exam 1751 / IT Spec II (LEAP) - Exam 2004

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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