Job Posting: Security Operations Center (SOC) Specialist

Department of Public Health

JC-227801
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Security Operations Center (SOC) Specialist
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$5,562.00 - $8,999.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 1/11/2021

Job Description and Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by creating innovative solutions, strengthening partnerships and collaborations, embracing technology. ITSD leverages data and technology to advance goals and inform action and accountability.

        Under general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the Information Technology Specialist I (ITS I) will perform duties in the Information Security Engineering and System Engineering Domains.

 

        The ITS I will work as part of the Security Operation Center (SOC) maintaining the conifguration, administration and monitoring of the SOC’s security systems and tools. Identify and dissect highly targeted attacks and other suspicious activity using a variety of network-based tools. Provide accurate and rapid reporting of in-depth technical analysis results in written form. Research potential exploitation methods. Identify and analyze network security appliance logs. Review log activity that is not normally detectable through security appliances. Provide mitigation suggestions in the context of a security incidents, as it relates to the technical analysis of PHSIHING, Malware, Anti-Virus or other artifacts.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-227801
Position #(s):
580-152-1402-005
Working Title:
Security Operations Center (SOC) Specialist
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
$5,562.00 - $7,454.00 A
$6,116.00 - $8,197.00 B
$6,715.00 - $8,999.00 C
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

CDPH’s mission is to protect the public's health in California and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities.  CDPH provides critical services to the public including infectious disease control and prevention, food safety, environmental health, laboratory services, patient safety, emergency preparedness, chronic disease prevention and health promotion, family health, health equity and vital records and statistics.  The Information Technology Support Division (ITSD) supports the mission and services of CDPH as well as implementing the technology required to ensure the success of the public services and meet the expectations of the people of California.  The Data Center Operation Services Branch (DCOSB) is one of the primary branches of ITSD which is responsible for architecture, development and management of all CDPH’s IT systems and applications.

Special Requirements

Statement of Qualifications

Failure to include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) or use of a generic SOQ may disqualify you from further consideration.

Using Arial, size 12 font, answer the following questions in no more than two pages.

Describe your experience working in or closely with a Security Operations Center (SOC).

 

Describe any hands-on experience working with SCCM

What do you believe is the biggest security threat to a state department and why?

PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, letters, Supplemental Questionnaire, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications.  Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Responses must be numbered and submitted in the same order. Applications received without an SOQ may be rejected.

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: 1/11/2021

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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:

Department of Public Health
Attn: Classification & Certification Unit
P.O. Box 997378
MS 1700-1702
Sacramento, CA 95899-7378

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Public Health
Classification & Certification Unit
1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430
Sacramento, CA 95814
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 see Statement of Qualifications instructions above in Special Requirements.  Any applications received that do not provide a written response to the SOQ may not be scored/reviewed.  

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:

  • Experience in a Cybersecurity/Information Security role, such as security vulnerability assessment, security event analysis, security incident response, security technology (firewall, antivirus, web security, data loss prevention) administration
  • SCCM experience – working knowledge, troubleshooting, running reports, creating scripts
  • Demonstrated experience with mitigating risks and threats within an enterprise environment.
  • Knowledge and experience working in security operation center (SOC) environment
  • Ability to apply a variety of security related concepts, information and processes
  • Ability to assess and effectively escalate situations for proper resolution
  • Effective prioritization of tasks and responsibilities
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to develop clear, accurate, and concise reports, correspondence, issue papers, memorandums, and other types of written communication to document security reports, requirements, concerns and decisions

Benefits

For information regarding available employee benefits, please visit the California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary page on the California Department of Human Resources’ website at:  https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx

 

NOTE:  Salaries do not reflect recent changes necessitated by the unanticipated budget shortfalls arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.  Information for actual reductions of salaries is available at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/Pages/labor-agreements-2020-budget.aspx.  

General State Employment Benefits and Protections

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Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Division
(916) 445-0983
apply@cdph.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Lisa O’Leary
(916) 341-7377
Lisa.OLeary@cdph.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 Office
(916) 445-0938
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.

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.