City of Fresno is hiring: Cybersecurity Specialist in Fresno

Overview

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs TO APPLY.

THE POSITION: Cybersecurity Specialist

Join the City of Fresno in building a better Fresno. This role is part of the Security Operations Center (SOC) and focuses on designing and managing advanced security systems, building threat-detection tools, and protecting the city’s critical infrastructure from cyber threats. Apply now to contribute to Fresno’s digital security.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage cybersecurity systems to protect city networks and data.
• Build and maintain tools for threat detection and incident response (e.g., SIEM, firewalls).
• Ensure performance of cybersecurity infrastructure through tuning and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with the Security Operations Center (SOC) to optimize tools and workflows.
• Develop and enforce security standards aligned with frameworks (e.g., NIST, HIPAA).
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and guide remediation efforts.
• Stay current on emerging threats and recommend system upgrades or new tools.
• Document system configurations, protocols, and operational procedures.
• Provide technical guidance to team members and may lead Tier 3 SOC operations.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications: completion of the requirements below or as stated.

The work experience information is included below; please review all options carefully.

• Option 1: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, AND three (3) years of experience in a cybersecurity engineering or infrastructure-focused role.
• Option 2: High School Diploma or equivalent, AND five (5) years of experience in a cybersecurity engineering or infrastructure-focused role.

APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH A COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS. Applications lacking the attachment may be rejected.

• Additional requirements: The work experience section must be completed with detailed duties, dates, and weekly hours for each title held. Specify relevant duties on the application. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application.
• Preferred Qualifications: CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or other relevant credentials.
• The selected eligible individuals will be required to pass a department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment. Depending on assignment, additional background investigations, CVSA and/or polygraph tests may be required.
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is required; provide a copy if hired.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• Benefits: UNIT 13 Classification – City of Fresno Professional Employees Association (CFPEA).
• Health Insurance: City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental, and vision for employee and dependents.
• Flexible Spending Account: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments.
• Leave: Management Leave (60 hours/year), Annual Leave (accrue 15.5 hours/month), Supplemental Sick (40 hours/year; 80 hours lifetime max), Holidays (10 City-observed plus birthday and two personal days).
• Insurance & Retirement: Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Bilingual Premium, Health Reimbursement Arrangement, and retirement benefits through City of Fresno plans.

Selection Process

The selection process may include Application Review and an Oral Examination. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list. The Oral Examination date is tentatively scheduled for the week of November 3, 2025.

Veteran’s Preference

Qualified veterans who pass the examination may receive five (5) additional points. See submission requirements for DD214 documentation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an equal opportunity employer. Please contact the Personnel Service Department for disability accommodations in advance of the examination.

How to Apply

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an online application, view the Instruction Guide on the City’s website, or call for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

All correspondence regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. Verify we have your correct e-mail address to receive communications from the Personnel Services Department. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check email regularly.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline. For this recruitment, permanent Fresno City employees are encouraged to apply through Peoplesoft Self Service.

Additional Information

Attachment instructions: Visit www.fresno.gov/jobs, select Job Postings, then Apply for a Job. Use the attachments feature to upload transcripts, DD214, or other relevant documents.