California Department of Conservation
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
California Department of Conservation, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Overview
Information Technology Specialist II
Information Security and Privacy Officer (ISPO) at
California Department of Conservation . Job Code #: JC-490504 | Position #(s): 538-406-1414-XXX | Working Title: Information Security and Privacy Officer (ISPO) | Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II Base pay range:
$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A Location: Sacramento County | Telework: Hybrid | Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Job Description And Duties
Under the direction of the IT Manager I, the Information Technology Specialist II serves as the Department of Conservations Information Security and Privacy Officer (ISPO). In this role, the ISPO provides strategic leadership for DOCs Enterprise information security and privacy programs, ensuring the protection of mission-critical systems such as WellSTAR, GIS/ArcGIS, permitting and compliance platforms, records/PRA workflows, and M365/Azure services. The position safeguards sensitive geospatial, regulatory, personnel, and public information by driving governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) initiatives; leading incident and breach response; and overseeing privacy operations under the Information Practices Act and state law. The ISPO embeds 'security and privacy by design' into all technology solutionsboth on-premises and cloudand is responsible for DOCs Enterprise Technology Recovery Plan, ensuring resilience, rapid recovery, and continuous improvement of critical systems in alignment with statewide business continuity and disaster recovery objectives. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements This position is subject to the Departments Conflict of Interest Code. This position is contingent on budget approval.
Department Website
http://www.conservation.ca.gov 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 : 9/12/2025 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. 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: 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. Other - PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678 and not on your resume. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH "SEE RESUME" OR "SEE ATTACHED" WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.
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. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Information Technology Industries
Government Administration
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Information Technology Specialist II
Information Security and Privacy Officer (ISPO) at
California Department of Conservation . Job Code #: JC-490504 | Position #(s): 538-406-1414-XXX | Working Title: Information Security and Privacy Officer (ISPO) | Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II Base pay range:
$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A Location: Sacramento County | Telework: Hybrid | Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Job Description And Duties
Under the direction of the IT Manager I, the Information Technology Specialist II serves as the Department of Conservations Information Security and Privacy Officer (ISPO). In this role, the ISPO provides strategic leadership for DOCs Enterprise information security and privacy programs, ensuring the protection of mission-critical systems such as WellSTAR, GIS/ArcGIS, permitting and compliance platforms, records/PRA workflows, and M365/Azure services. The position safeguards sensitive geospatial, regulatory, personnel, and public information by driving governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) initiatives; leading incident and breach response; and overseeing privacy operations under the Information Practices Act and state law. The ISPO embeds 'security and privacy by design' into all technology solutionsboth on-premises and cloudand is responsible for DOCs Enterprise Technology Recovery Plan, ensuring resilience, rapid recovery, and continuous improvement of critical systems in alignment with statewide business continuity and disaster recovery objectives. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements This position is subject to the Departments Conflict of Interest Code. This position is contingent on budget approval.
Department Website
http://www.conservation.ca.gov 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 : 9/12/2025 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. 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: 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. Other - PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678 and not on your resume. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH "SEE RESUME" OR "SEE ATTACHED" WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.
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. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Information Technology Industries
Government Administration
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