Job Posting: Information Security Engineer

California Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration

JC-536178
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Information Security Engineer
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$6,513.00 - $10,537.00 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: 11/1/2026

Job Description and Duties

This position offers an exciting opportunity to participate in delivering a new Comprehensive Child Welfare Information System (CCWIS) with Child Welfare Digital Services (CWDS), a unique collaboration involving the California Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration (CalHHS OTSI), the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), and California's Counties and Tribes.

Under the direction of the Information Security Chief (Information Technology Manager I), the Information Technology Specialist I (Information Security Engineer) will develop and maintain a secure posture for CWDS projects.

Duties include:
• Execution of Penetration and Vulnerability Scans,
• Respond to, investigate, and resolve Security alerts and Incidents
• Perform appropriate follow-up tasks with partner teams and CWDS leadership to report and help mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Define and drive implementation of security policies, standards, and procedures as necessary in adherence of state and federal compliance requirements.
• Act in accordance with Code of Ethics and demonstrate professionalism and respectful interactions with internal and external partners.

*This position requires the incumbent to participate in an on-call rotation for Security incidents. While on-call, the incumbent will carry a cell phone and be available for duty 24X7.*
**The salary for this position will be the base of the classification if candidates are not currently employed by the state. This does not include additional forms of compensation such as benefits and retirement. Hiring above minimums are not available for the IT Classification Series.**

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

Working Conditions

This position is currently eligible for one telework day per-week and is required to report in-person a minimum of four days per week. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the OTSI and is subject to operational needs.

Business travel may be required.  All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.  The OTSI office location for this position is 2870 Gateway Oaks, Sacramento, CA.

Travel reimbursement considerations take into account an employee’s home address and designated reporting location and are subject to applicable policies, rules, regulations, and bargaining unit contract provisions.

On July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025).  PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position’s associated bargaining unit.  The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction.  Please reach out to the hiring unit contact listed on this job advertisement for details.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must be a resident of California for employment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-536178
Position #(s):
791-753-1402-036
Working Title:
Information Security Engineer
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
$6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A
$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B
$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C
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:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Why Join California Health and Human Services Agency Office of Technology and Solutions Integration (CalHHS OTSI or OTSI)?


At OTSI, your work directly improves the health and well-being of Californians.  We exist to be the trusted partner to CalHHS and its 12 state departments to deliver high-impact IT and data solutions that strengthen health and human services programs statewide.

 

We bring leadership, expertise, and capacity together and work collaboratively with our partners to design, deliver, and support IT and data solutions that accelerate the delivery of health and human service program outcomes and service value.  Our culture is grounded in accountability, respect, integrity, and collaboration, and we integrate those values in how we lead, how we work, and how we serve.

 

If you are interested in applying your knowledge, skills, and experience in supporting critical public services, influencing statewide health and human service outcomes, and working alongside leaders and professionals who take ownership of results – OTSI is where that happens!


Visit our website: Office of Technology and Solutions Integration | Home page

Special Requirements

Simple Application Steps:

If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps:

  1. Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Information Technology Specialist I Classification CalHR. See the Minimum Requirements section above.
  2. Complete the supplemental questionnaire and the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.
  3. Submit your application package with all required documents, which include the supplemental questionnaire - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.
  4. Once you have applied, take the Examination

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: 11/1/2026

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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 Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration
N/A
Attn: 536178
2870 Gateway Oaks, Suite 150
Sacramento, CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

California Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration
N/A
536178
2870 Gateway Oaks, Suite 150
Sacramento, CA 95833
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.
  • Supplemental Application - A Supplemental Questionnaire is required. Please see the Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions below.
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:
- Knowledge of Information Security Concepts, Risks, and Best Practices
- Information Security Certification(s) in active status is desirable.
- Experience in security control frameworks and practical application (NIST 800-53, etc.)
- Well developed analytical skills to evaluate current security practices and potential security risks.
- Experience in security Incident management using NIST frameworks
- Experience in using one or more Security Vulnerability scan tools.
- Experience applying federal state, and/or local security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Knowledge of Infrastructure as a Service environments such as AWS.
- Knowledge of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools such as Splunk.

Benefits

OTSI is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:

  • Ongoing professional development and engagement opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Free Parking!

 

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

  • Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
  • Defined retirement program
  • Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
  • Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

 

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary

Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact:
Jesus Lerma
(916) 263-4103
jesus.lerma@otsi.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:
Nicole Antonopoulos, EEO Officer
(916) 263-0729
EEOinfo@osi.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.

Supplemental Questionnaire

When responding to the supplemental questionnaire, applicants must follow these below instructions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in disqualification from this exam/hiring process.:

  • Responses must be typewritten on 8 1/2" x 11" paper, no more than (1) page in length, and using font no smaller than size 11.
  • Responses are to be complete, specific, clear, and concise.
  • Responses to the question should be easily identified (e.g. by numbering the response to the corresponding question, or repeating the prompt in response).

Without the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) or ChatGPT, please answer the following question:

1. What skills, certifications and/or experience would you continue to seek in this type of role?  Of the core cybersecurity domains and given the duty statement, which do you believe will be exercised most in this role?  Please explain why, using one or more examples. Be specific in your responses, but please ensure that you do not divulge sensitive information.

Additional Information

Form 700: This position is responsible for the making, participating in the making, or influencing the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. As a result, this position is subject to the California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS) Conflict of Interest Code. The selected candidate is required to file a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office.

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.

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