Caltrans: California Department of Transportation
Senior Cybersecurity Architect
Caltrans: California Department of Transportation, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Senior Cybersecurity Architect
Job Posting: Senior Cybersecurity Architect
Department of Transportation
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
$9,507.00 - $12,740.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 11/26/2025
Job Description and Duties Under the administrative direction of the Chief Information Security Office (CISO), Career Executive Appointment (CEA) of the Caltrans Security Services Division, the incumbent serves as a prime technical security architect within the Security Services Division. This includes, but is not limited to, network security operations, technology and cloud architecture security design and services.
The incumbent will work to create and develop enterprise security standards to properly secure the enterprise network and cloud services architectures by providing direction and recommendations to effectively respond and adapt to the increasing organizational business and technical requirements and needs.
Major Functions
The incumbent provides leadership and expertise for the security architecture for the enterprise network and cloud technology, including developing and overseeing the technical design and support for the California Integrated Travel Project (Cal-ITP) system and other Caltrans security systems, including the proper operation and configuration of firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS's), URL filtering systems, remote access, and highly technical security operational monitoring and logging equipment. The incumbent conducts research and provides input on strategic design decisions, serving as lead security architect for the design, implementation, and deployment of the network, applications, system resources, network access control solutions (NAC), operational technology (OT), and Internet of Things (IoT). The incumbent will work closely with the California Integrated Mobility Program (CIM), Traffic Operations, Transportation Management Centers (TMCs) to increase the security controls and security posture. The incumbent also oversees the operational and maintenance duties related to all security infrastructure resources.
The incumbent works both independently and/or collaboratively as the senior technical architect in a team on security issues and help guide other Information Technology (IT) professionals to properly and effectively secure systems, network and application design and integration.
The incumbent provides expert guidance to improve Caltrans’ security posture and investigate security events; assists in the remediation of identified risks and vulnerabilities to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the organization’s sensitive data and associated data security standards as defined by the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) and other relevant data privacy and disclosure compliance requirements.
Domain: Information Security Engineering
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions The incumbent may be required to work for extended periods of time in a computer room. This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s current telework policy. While Caltrans supports telework, in‑person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises, as determined by the Department. The selected candidate may be required to travel to the headquarters location. All expenses to travel to the headquarters location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The incumbent may be required to travel to other Caltrans offices to support and provide expertise for IT operations.
The incumbent may work after regular business hours and/or weekends to perform activities to support business operations and/or systems maintenance. If the incumbent has a Class C driver's license and utilizes their personal vehicle, they may be reimbursed for travel expenses. The incumbent must carry a cell phone and respond to calls after hours to lead multi‑disciplinary IT professional team(s) in organizing, analyzing, troubleshooting and resolving IT system problems.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Special Requirements Pursuant to California Code of Regulations § 549.90, this position will be filled via the California Department of Transportation Managerial Selection Program (MSP) process.
This process provides for examination and job‑selection specific to each position and consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the classification.
Please read the entire job posting before applying for this position.
This is a Caltrans Open Examination.
All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date to participate in the examination.
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of experience as an Information Technology Specialist II; or
Six years of information technology experience, two years of which shall include performance of highly specialized work in a lead or expert capacity on highly complex or specialized information technology systems or services in one or more of the major six domains or a closely related or emerging information technology field.
A master's or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for four years of the required general information technology experience. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for three years of the required general information technology experience. An associate's degree from an accredited college may substitute for one year of the required information technology experience. Only one degree may be used for substitution.
When using education to meet minimum qualifications, education must include 15 semester units (or 22.5 quarter units) of information technology or closely related course work.
Examination Information: This examination will utilize an evaluation of each candidate’s experience and education (E&E) compared to a standard developed from the class specification.
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: 11/26/2025
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. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
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 Transportation
MSP
Attn: Gwen Ling (25MSP090)
Managerial Selection Process (MSP) MS-86
1727 30th Street, 6th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036
Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Transportation
MSP
Attn: Gwen Ling (25MSP090)
Managerial Selection Process (MSP) MS-86
1727 30th Street, 6th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036
Please place in examination unit drop box in the lobby
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Statement of Qualifications – Candidates must provide detailed and specific examples from their professional education, experience, and training that directly answer each of the SOQ questions. Responses to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted on the Department of Transportation's MSP Statement of Qualifications Form (PM‑0504). Submit your completed PM‑0504 in the “Additional Documents” section. Select “Other” from the drop‑down menu for Type of Document and enter SOQ for the Description. Upload your completed PM‑0504, then Save & Review Application. Locked PM0504 for 25MSP090
Contact Information Human Resources Contact: Gwen Ling, (279) 234‑2444, Gwen.G.Ling@dot.ca.gov
EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368‑3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY), 1‑800‑735‑2922 (Voice)
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Department of Transportation
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
$9,507.00 - $12,740.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: 11/26/2025
Job Description and Duties Under the administrative direction of the Chief Information Security Office (CISO), Career Executive Appointment (CEA) of the Caltrans Security Services Division, the incumbent serves as a prime technical security architect within the Security Services Division. This includes, but is not limited to, network security operations, technology and cloud architecture security design and services.
The incumbent will work to create and develop enterprise security standards to properly secure the enterprise network and cloud services architectures by providing direction and recommendations to effectively respond and adapt to the increasing organizational business and technical requirements and needs.
Major Functions
The incumbent provides leadership and expertise for the security architecture for the enterprise network and cloud technology, including developing and overseeing the technical design and support for the California Integrated Travel Project (Cal-ITP) system and other Caltrans security systems, including the proper operation and configuration of firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS's), URL filtering systems, remote access, and highly technical security operational monitoring and logging equipment. The incumbent conducts research and provides input on strategic design decisions, serving as lead security architect for the design, implementation, and deployment of the network, applications, system resources, network access control solutions (NAC), operational technology (OT), and Internet of Things (IoT). The incumbent will work closely with the California Integrated Mobility Program (CIM), Traffic Operations, Transportation Management Centers (TMCs) to increase the security controls and security posture. The incumbent also oversees the operational and maintenance duties related to all security infrastructure resources.
The incumbent works both independently and/or collaboratively as the senior technical architect in a team on security issues and help guide other Information Technology (IT) professionals to properly and effectively secure systems, network and application design and integration.
The incumbent provides expert guidance to improve Caltrans’ security posture and investigate security events; assists in the remediation of identified risks and vulnerabilities to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the organization’s sensitive data and associated data security standards as defined by the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) and other relevant data privacy and disclosure compliance requirements.
Domain: Information Security Engineering
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions The incumbent may be required to work for extended periods of time in a computer room. This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s current telework policy. While Caltrans supports telework, in‑person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises, as determined by the Department. The selected candidate may be required to travel to the headquarters location. All expenses to travel to the headquarters location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The incumbent may be required to travel to other Caltrans offices to support and provide expertise for IT operations.
The incumbent may work after regular business hours and/or weekends to perform activities to support business operations and/or systems maintenance. If the incumbent has a Class C driver's license and utilizes their personal vehicle, they may be reimbursed for travel expenses. The incumbent must carry a cell phone and respond to calls after hours to lead multi‑disciplinary IT professional team(s) in organizing, analyzing, troubleshooting and resolving IT system problems.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Special Requirements Pursuant to California Code of Regulations § 549.90, this position will be filled via the California Department of Transportation Managerial Selection Program (MSP) process.
This process provides for examination and job‑selection specific to each position and consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the classification.
Please read the entire job posting before applying for this position.
This is a Caltrans Open Examination.
All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date to participate in the examination.
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of experience as an Information Technology Specialist II; or
Six years of information technology experience, two years of which shall include performance of highly specialized work in a lead or expert capacity on highly complex or specialized information technology systems or services in one or more of the major six domains or a closely related or emerging information technology field.
A master's or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for four years of the required general information technology experience. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for three years of the required general information technology experience. An associate's degree from an accredited college may substitute for one year of the required information technology experience. Only one degree may be used for substitution.
When using education to meet minimum qualifications, education must include 15 semester units (or 22.5 quarter units) of information technology or closely related course work.
Examination Information: This examination will utilize an evaluation of each candidate’s experience and education (E&E) compared to a standard developed from the class specification.
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: 11/26/2025
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. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
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 Transportation
MSP
Attn: Gwen Ling (25MSP090)
Managerial Selection Process (MSP) MS-86
1727 30th Street, 6th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036
Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Transportation
MSP
Attn: Gwen Ling (25MSP090)
Managerial Selection Process (MSP) MS-86
1727 30th Street, 6th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036
Please place in examination unit drop box in the lobby
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Statement of Qualifications – Candidates must provide detailed and specific examples from their professional education, experience, and training that directly answer each of the SOQ questions. Responses to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted on the Department of Transportation's MSP Statement of Qualifications Form (PM‑0504). Submit your completed PM‑0504 in the “Additional Documents” section. Select “Other” from the drop‑down menu for Type of Document and enter SOQ for the Description. Upload your completed PM‑0504, then Save & Review Application. Locked PM0504 for 25MSP090
Contact Information Human Resources Contact: Gwen Ling, (279) 234‑2444, Gwen.G.Ling@dot.ca.gov
EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368‑3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY), 1‑800‑735‑2922 (Voice)
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