Employment Development Department
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
Employment Development Department, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
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Employment Development Department provided pay range This range is provided by Employment Development Department. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-503253
Position #: 280-390-1415-976
Working Title: Cybersecurity Architect
Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
Pay Range: $9,507.00 - $12,740.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Work Week: Monday - Friday
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks.
Job Description And Duties THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.
The Employment Development Department (EDD) has an immediate opening for a Cybersecurity Architect (Information Technology Specialist III). This role involves applying state‑of‑the‑art cybersecurity, fraud, and vulnerability management best practices to design and develop enterprise‑wide protection architecture that can identify, address, and mitigate fraud and vulnerability risks.
Key responsibilities include: being able to communicate well as a technical project lead and mentor, developing technical requirements, designing secure solutions, developing detection and prevention tools, collaborating on security risk assessments and audits, developing and maintaining documentation, security systems configuration and administration, enhancing operations, conducting fraud and forensic investigations, monitoring system capabilities, vulnerability and threat testing, incident response, staff training, and EDD modernization.
The Cybersecurity Architect
Follows administrative direction from the Cybersecurity Operations Section Chief with a high degree of independence and expertise.
Has an advanced enterprise‑wide level of understanding of EDD's information technology (IT) architecture.
Applies a master‑level of technical IT expertise to connect strategic intent and practical technical application in the development of a full range of fraud detection, threat detection and prevention, vulnerability management, incident response, resiliency, recovery policies, cybersecurity standards, analytics and concepts governing methods for data storage to support incident and fraud detection.
Collaborates with IT Branch Divisions and EDD business units in the planning, designing, testing and implementing a cybersecurity threat detection and mitigation architecture.
Develops prerequisites for networks, firewalls, routers, and other network devices.
Performs vulnerability and fraud assessments, security testing, and risk analysis.
Continuously researches and implements updated security standards and best practices in compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
Recognizes the criticality of understanding human behavior and its role in creating possible fraud, threats, and vulnerabilities, and addresses them in the architecture framework.
Mentors and coaches technical staff in the Cybersecurity Operations Section in the field of cybersecurity as needed.
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change as business needs arise. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office on their assigned in‑office days. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.
Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.
Position exists at 1416 9th Street Sacramento, CA 95814 ARU 390
If you have questions about the actual position, please contact the “Hiring Unit Contact” listed below under Contact Information.
You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement .
Special Requirements It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at
www.calcareers.ca.gov .
Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer Account, please mail a completed and signed State Exam/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions” section below and ensure the following:
Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.
Examination/Assessment To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.
Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:
Information Technology Specialist III Bulletin
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Final Filing Date: 1/11/2026
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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
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.
Address for Mailing Application Packages
Employment Development Department Attn: Job Control # 503253 Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54 PO Box 826880 Sacramento , CA 94280-0001
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
Employment Development Department Drop Off Address Attn: Job Control #503253 EDD/Human Resource Services Division 1416 9th Street, 1st floor lobby Sacramento , CA 95814 08:00 AM - 04:30 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 required and must be included.
Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.
Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be included.
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.
Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Government Administration
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
role at
Employment Development Department
Employment Development Department provided pay range This range is provided by Employment Development Department. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-503253
Position #: 280-390-1415-976
Working Title: Cybersecurity Architect
Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
Pay Range: $9,507.00 - $12,740.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Work Week: Monday - Friday
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks.
Job Description And Duties THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.
The Employment Development Department (EDD) has an immediate opening for a Cybersecurity Architect (Information Technology Specialist III). This role involves applying state‑of‑the‑art cybersecurity, fraud, and vulnerability management best practices to design and develop enterprise‑wide protection architecture that can identify, address, and mitigate fraud and vulnerability risks.
Key responsibilities include: being able to communicate well as a technical project lead and mentor, developing technical requirements, designing secure solutions, developing detection and prevention tools, collaborating on security risk assessments and audits, developing and maintaining documentation, security systems configuration and administration, enhancing operations, conducting fraud and forensic investigations, monitoring system capabilities, vulnerability and threat testing, incident response, staff training, and EDD modernization.
The Cybersecurity Architect
Follows administrative direction from the Cybersecurity Operations Section Chief with a high degree of independence and expertise.
Has an advanced enterprise‑wide level of understanding of EDD's information technology (IT) architecture.
Applies a master‑level of technical IT expertise to connect strategic intent and practical technical application in the development of a full range of fraud detection, threat detection and prevention, vulnerability management, incident response, resiliency, recovery policies, cybersecurity standards, analytics and concepts governing methods for data storage to support incident and fraud detection.
Collaborates with IT Branch Divisions and EDD business units in the planning, designing, testing and implementing a cybersecurity threat detection and mitigation architecture.
Develops prerequisites for networks, firewalls, routers, and other network devices.
Performs vulnerability and fraud assessments, security testing, and risk analysis.
Continuously researches and implements updated security standards and best practices in compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
Recognizes the criticality of understanding human behavior and its role in creating possible fraud, threats, and vulnerabilities, and addresses them in the architecture framework.
Mentors and coaches technical staff in the Cybersecurity Operations Section in the field of cybersecurity as needed.
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change as business needs arise. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office on their assigned in‑office days. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.
Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.
Position exists at 1416 9th Street Sacramento, CA 95814 ARU 390
If you have questions about the actual position, please contact the “Hiring Unit Contact” listed below under Contact Information.
You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement .
Special Requirements It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at
www.calcareers.ca.gov .
Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer Account, please mail a completed and signed State Exam/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions” section below and ensure the following:
Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.
Examination/Assessment To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.
Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:
Information Technology Specialist III Bulletin
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Final Filing Date: 1/11/2026
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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
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.
Address for Mailing Application Packages
Employment Development Department Attn: Job Control # 503253 Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54 PO Box 826880 Sacramento , CA 94280-0001
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
Employment Development Department Drop Off Address Attn: Job Control #503253 EDD/Human Resource Services Division 1416 9th Street, 1st floor lobby Sacramento , CA 95814 08:00 AM - 04:30 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 required and must be included.
Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.
Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be included.
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.
Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Government Administration
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