Security Engineer Job at California Department of Health Care Access and Informa

Overview

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Job Details

• Job Code: JC-493876
• Position #(s): 441-175-1402-XXX
• Working Title: Security Engineer
• Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
• Salary: $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 hired at minimum salary or minimum of alternate range when applicable
• # of Positions: 1
• Work Location: Sacramento County
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, or sexual orientation. The State maintains a drug-free workplace policy. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants.

Job Description And Duties

Under direction, the Information Technology Specialist I (ITS I) works as part of the Security Operations Group (SOG) maintaining the configuration, administration, and monitoring of the SOG’s security systems and tools. Identifies and analyzes highly targeted attacks and other suspicious activity using network-based tools. Provides accurate and rapid reporting of in-depth technical analysis. Researches potential exploitation methods and analyzes network security appliance logs. Provides mitigation suggestions in the context of security incidents related to phishing, malware, anti-virus, or other artifacts. This position operates in the Information Security Engineering domain and may be extended or become permanent.

Hybrid Telework Opportunity

Special Requirements

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, include unofficial transcripts and/or license for verification. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon appointment. Applicants who do not meet the Minimum Qualifications may be withheld from the eligibility list. Appeals may be filed with the State Personnel Board.

Qualifications & Application Process

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Final Filing Date: 10/07/2025. Applications are submitted through CalCareers.ca.gov. If submitting in hard copy, include a completed Application Package listing. Alternate submission methods are provided in the posting.

Who May Apply

Open to current classifications, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list or LEAP eligibility, or SROA/Surplus eligibility. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; others may be considered if no SROA or Surplus applicants apply.

Required Documentation

• State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic application). Include all experience and education related to the Minimum Qualifications.
• Resume is required.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Include name and job control number; limit two pages; Arial 12 pt. SOQ is not replaced by resume or cover letter.
• Describe how knowledge, skills, experience, and education relate to the qualifications.
• Provide an example of a security incident you’ve responded to, including triage and remediation steps.
• Describe experience with a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solution.

Reasonable Accommodations Applicants needing accommodations for the interview process should request them when scheduled. Contact the EEO liaison listed in the posting for questions.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

For more information about HCAI, visit: HCAI.ca.gov

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