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INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST IV - 64081604

State of Florida, Tallahassee, Florida, us, 32318

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Requisition No:867944

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST IV - 64081604

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number:64081604

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000

Posting Closing Date: 01/27/2026

Total Compensation Estimator

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Department of Health

Office of Information Technology

Security Administration

Open Competitive Opportunity

Annual Salary Range: $85,000 – $100,000

Your Specific Responsibilities This position serves as the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (DCISO) within the Department of Health’s Office of Information Technology. Reporting directly to the CISO, the DCISO supports the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the Department’s Information Security Management System (ISMS). The incumbent provides technical and operational leadership across cybersecurity functions, including risk management, incident response, threat detection, and enterprise tool integration, ensuring the Department’s systems, identities, networks, and data remain safeguarded from evolving threats.

The position acts as the operational deputy for the CISO, providing leadership continuity, cross-functional coordination, and direct oversight of daily security operations and personnel as assigned.

Operational Security Oversight:

Leads daily security operations, ensuring appropriate monitoring and response across the Department’s enterprise security stack.

Oversees tool management, integration, and optimization for SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, identity protection, and network defense systems.

Coordinates closely with infrastructure and network teams to align configuration baselines and enforce security policies.

Incident Response and Threat Management:

Directs and executes incident response processes; coordinates triage, containment, eradication, and recovery activities.

Conducts advanced analysis of security events and anomalies using host, network, and cloud telemetry to identify root causes and mitigation strategies.

Partners with internal stakeholders and managed security service providers (MSSPs) to ensure effective detection and response.

Risk and Compliance Support:

Supports enterprise risk management activities, control assessments, and continuous monitoring functions aligned with NIST and State of Florida standards.

Provides risk mitigation recommendations and collaborates with system owners to remediate deficiencies.

Leadership and Coordination:

Serves as deputy to the CISO for operational and administrative matters, including cross-agency coordination and escalation handling.

Mentors and guides technical and operational staff within the Security Administration Team.

Strategic Initiatives and Continuous Improvement:

Participates in the development of cybersecurity strategy, roadmap, and enterprise governance documentation.

Evaluates emerging technologies, trends, and threat intelligence to enhance enterprise security posture.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficient computer skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; knowledge of monitoring processes and/or working with ticketing software; knowledge of computer data bases; knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures and government rules & regulations; knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar; understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents; communicating effectively with others verbally and in writing; talking to others to effectively convey information; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; listening to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate; knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis; organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents and other written materials; knowing how to find information and identifying essential information; finding ways to structure or classify multiple pieces of information; ability to plan, organize and prioritize work assignments; ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and close attention to detail; developing approaches for implementing an idea; basic management principles and practices; conflict resolution to include handling complaints, arbitrating disputes and resolving grievances; motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job; time management skills; ability to prepare and conduct training; ability to maintain strict confidentiality; knowledge of principles and processes involved in business and organizational planning, coordination and execution to include strategic planning, resource allocation, manpower modeling, leadership techniques and production methods; knowledge of security technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management platforms; knowledge of incident response processes, cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, CIS Controls), and enterprise risk management practices; skill in analyzing complex technical data and correlating security events from diverse systems; skill in leadership, communication, and collaboration across distributed teams; ability to manage multiple priorities, delegate effectively, and make sound technical and operational decisions under pressure; ability to present findings, risk insights, and recommendations to leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field of study; AND

Five (5) years of strong technical knowledge and experience in the software development, infrastructure management, and/or cybersecurity IT domains

Professional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

At least one industry-recognized security certification (e.g., CompTIA, CISSP, CISM, or CEH).

Must have a valid driver's license, satisfactorily complete a background investigation, fingerprinting, and participation in direct deposit are requirements for employment.

Where You Will Work Tallahassee, FL

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision: To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely. C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect. R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners. E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year

State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options

Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (for more information, please click)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition waivers

And more!

For a complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) to conduct this background check. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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