Illinois State Comptroller
DepIT-Security Administrator - PSA
Illinois State Comptroller, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
The Illinois Office of the Comptroller is seeking applicants for the position of
Public Service Administrator - IT Security . The Comptroller is the chief fiscal control officer for the Illinois government, charged by the Constitution with maintaining the state’s central fiscal accounts and ordering payments into and out of the appropriate funds. The office processes more than 16 million transactions annually and serves as a fiscal watchdog to ensure that all state payments meet the requirements of the law. The Comptroller’s office provides meaningful and timely fiscal information to help state policymakers adopt effective policies. The office continually seeks new ways to improve how it serves the public.
Responsibilities and duties are performed under the direction of the Senior Public Service Administrator of System Security and include implementing and maintaining system security, monitoring objectives for complex computer systems and applications, compliance with approved policies and procedures, active security incident monitoring and response, and security system software maintenance.
Responsibilities
Monitors and supervises users' activities to ensure compliance with established security-related policies, standards, and procedures. Responds to security alerts for potential incidents. Conducts incident response activities.
Implements and maintains the security structure for the IOC technical infrastructure and applications. Oversees security system software configuration, maintenance, and updates. Creates post-review documentation. Assists in the creation of information security standards.
Analyze security privileges and permission structures of SQL servers and other server applications to determine potential risk and manage impact as appropriate.
Communicates with internal staff and external agency users to resolve routine and complex security-related system access problems and IOC applications questions. Assists in tuning security applications and tools.
Identify and evaluate the gathering, distribution and disposition of confidential data handled by the Comptroller's Office.
Keeps abreast of current cybersecurity trends, risks, and mitigation strategies through publications, training opportunities, and bulletins in support of IOC initiatives.
Performs other duties as requested or assigned by supervisor within the scope of duties defined above.
Minimum Requirements
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college preferably with courses in information systems, or computer science AND two (2) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in information security, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Requires awareness and adherence to the principles of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA triad).
Requires extensive knowledge of information security principles and practices.
Requires working knowledge of information security tools including endpoint protection tools, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) management, SQL management tools.
Requires a recognized information security certification (Security+, CEH, CISSP, or equivalent), or the ability to obtain an information security certification within one (1) year.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to express ideas clearly both orally and in writing.
Extensive knowledge of office programs and service objectives, activities, and operational systems.
Ability to develop and maintain satisfactory working relationships with employees.
Knowledge of project management techniques and effective leadership and supervision principles.
Ability to plan and prioritize complex projects from conception to conclusion, including problem resolution to ensure timelines.
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in developing, implementing and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.
Working knowledge of personal computers and software.
Ability to work in a team environment and exhibit initiative and resourcefulness in completing work projects.
Benefits This position is eligible to be a member of the State of Illinois Group Insurance program which includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage options. Additionally, this position will annually accrue 12 paid sick days, a minimum of 12 paid vacation days, 4 paid personal days, and be afforded 14 paid state holidays, prorated based on start date.
Equal Employment and Commitment to Diversity The Illinois Office of Comptroller provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. The Illinois Office of Comptroller is committed to reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the Illinois Office of Comptroller's policy to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship. The Office prohibits harassment or discriminatory treatment based on disability or disability accommodation requests.
The Illinois Office of Comptroller is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the agency and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
Work Details Work Hours:
Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours/day
Work Location:
555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661
Agency Contact:
Kammy Ferrigno
Email:
Kammy.Ferrigno@illinoiscomptroller.gov
Phone #:
217-782-6085
Posting Group:
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Job Requisition ID:
50176
Closing Date:
10/02/2025
Agency:
Illinois Office of Comptroller
Class Title:
P S A INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - 88140
Salary:
$65,000.00 - $95,000.00/year
Job Type:
Salaried
Category:
Full Time
County:
Cook
Number of Vacancies:
1
Merit Comp Code:
IOC
*A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING*
Please attach a
DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)
to the
MY DOCUMENTS
section of your application if you decide to provide one.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Our jobs fit your life and schedule with flexible options, robust benefits, and opportunities for career growth and retirement security.
Posting details
Position Overview
COME JOIN A TRANSFORMATIVE TEAM with a record of proven, positive impact to the State of Illinois. The Illinois Office of the Comptroller is seeking applicants for the position of Public Service Administrator - IT Security. The Comptroller is the chief fiscal control officer for the Illinois government, charged with maintaining the state’s central fiscal accounts and processing payments. The office handles millions of transactions and aims to provide timely fiscal information to help policymakers adopt effective policies.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Government Administration
Posting visibility: Referrals may increase interview chances.
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The Illinois Office of the Comptroller is seeking applicants for the position of
Public Service Administrator - IT Security . The Comptroller is the chief fiscal control officer for the Illinois government, charged by the Constitution with maintaining the state’s central fiscal accounts and ordering payments into and out of the appropriate funds. The office processes more than 16 million transactions annually and serves as a fiscal watchdog to ensure that all state payments meet the requirements of the law. The Comptroller’s office provides meaningful and timely fiscal information to help state policymakers adopt effective policies. The office continually seeks new ways to improve how it serves the public.
Responsibilities and duties are performed under the direction of the Senior Public Service Administrator of System Security and include implementing and maintaining system security, monitoring objectives for complex computer systems and applications, compliance with approved policies and procedures, active security incident monitoring and response, and security system software maintenance.
Responsibilities
Monitors and supervises users' activities to ensure compliance with established security-related policies, standards, and procedures. Responds to security alerts for potential incidents. Conducts incident response activities.
Implements and maintains the security structure for the IOC technical infrastructure and applications. Oversees security system software configuration, maintenance, and updates. Creates post-review documentation. Assists in the creation of information security standards.
Analyze security privileges and permission structures of SQL servers and other server applications to determine potential risk and manage impact as appropriate.
Communicates with internal staff and external agency users to resolve routine and complex security-related system access problems and IOC applications questions. Assists in tuning security applications and tools.
Identify and evaluate the gathering, distribution and disposition of confidential data handled by the Comptroller's Office.
Keeps abreast of current cybersecurity trends, risks, and mitigation strategies through publications, training opportunities, and bulletins in support of IOC initiatives.
Performs other duties as requested or assigned by supervisor within the scope of duties defined above.
Minimum Requirements
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college preferably with courses in information systems, or computer science AND two (2) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in information security, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Requires awareness and adherence to the principles of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA triad).
Requires extensive knowledge of information security principles and practices.
Requires working knowledge of information security tools including endpoint protection tools, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) management, SQL management tools.
Requires a recognized information security certification (Security+, CEH, CISSP, or equivalent), or the ability to obtain an information security certification within one (1) year.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to express ideas clearly both orally and in writing.
Extensive knowledge of office programs and service objectives, activities, and operational systems.
Ability to develop and maintain satisfactory working relationships with employees.
Knowledge of project management techniques and effective leadership and supervision principles.
Ability to plan and prioritize complex projects from conception to conclusion, including problem resolution to ensure timelines.
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in developing, implementing and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.
Working knowledge of personal computers and software.
Ability to work in a team environment and exhibit initiative and resourcefulness in completing work projects.
Benefits This position is eligible to be a member of the State of Illinois Group Insurance program which includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage options. Additionally, this position will annually accrue 12 paid sick days, a minimum of 12 paid vacation days, 4 paid personal days, and be afforded 14 paid state holidays, prorated based on start date.
Equal Employment and Commitment to Diversity The Illinois Office of Comptroller provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. The Illinois Office of Comptroller is committed to reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the Illinois Office of Comptroller's policy to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship. The Office prohibits harassment or discriminatory treatment based on disability or disability accommodation requests.
The Illinois Office of Comptroller is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the agency and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
Work Details Work Hours:
Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours/day
Work Location:
555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661
Agency Contact:
Kammy Ferrigno
Email:
Kammy.Ferrigno@illinoiscomptroller.gov
Phone #:
217-782-6085
Posting Group:
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Job Requisition ID:
50176
Closing Date:
10/02/2025
Agency:
Illinois Office of Comptroller
Class Title:
P S A INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - 88140
Salary:
$65,000.00 - $95,000.00/year
Job Type:
Salaried
Category:
Full Time
County:
Cook
Number of Vacancies:
1
Merit Comp Code:
IOC
*A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING*
Please attach a
DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)
to the
MY DOCUMENTS
section of your application if you decide to provide one.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Our jobs fit your life and schedule with flexible options, robust benefits, and opportunities for career growth and retirement security.
Posting details
Position Overview
COME JOIN A TRANSFORMATIVE TEAM with a record of proven, positive impact to the State of Illinois. The Illinois Office of the Comptroller is seeking applicants for the position of Public Service Administrator - IT Security. The Comptroller is the chief fiscal control officer for the Illinois government, charged with maintaining the state’s central fiscal accounts and processing payments. The office handles millions of transactions and aims to provide timely fiscal information to help policymakers adopt effective policies.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Government Administration
Posting visibility: Referrals may increase interview chances.
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