Cybersecurity Specialist 1

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!

We are the force that drives Georgia!
Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!
Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! 

Job Title:  

Agency:

Georgia Technology Authority

Job Requisition ID:

Shift:

Compensation Details:

Job Description:

Start your career in public service – JOIN OUR TEAM

Georgia Technology Authority (GTA) a Great Place to Work® certified!

The Georgia Technology Authority (GTA) is currently seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist 1 – in the Office of Information Security.

The Georgia Technology Authority (GTA) currently manages the delivery of IT infrastructure services to 89 Executive Branch agencies and managed network services to more than 1,200 state and local government entities. IT infrastructure services encompass mainframes, servers, service desk, end user computing, disaster recovery and security. Managed network services include the state’s wide and local area networks, voice, cable and wiring, and conferencing services.

Want to know more about our AWARD-WINNING Authority visit: https://gta.georgia.gov/

JOB SUMMARY:  

Cybersecurity Specialist 1 is established to participate in information security related projects and ensuring people, processes, and technology aligns with the desired security posture of the organization.  The Cybersecurity Specialist 1 is trained and experienced in meeting security needs of the agency and its employees in multiple locations.

This position reports directly to the Information Security Officer (ISO) or Cyber Section Lead.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the development and enforcement of policies and plans in compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and standards in support of organizational information technology and cybersecurity activities.

• Communicates with all levels of management and other supporting or supported agency business owners on cyber risks existing within the organization.

• Manages assigned resources to support IT and security goals and objectives to reduce the overall organizational risk.

• Advises management on technology, information system policy matters, and maintains continuous lines of communication by keeping the agency ISO informed of all critical information security issues.

• Provides status reporting on security projects and cybersecurity maturity using dashboards as directed.

• Provides support in the areas of audit & compliance, security awareness training, vulnerability assessment, risk assessment, network security, endpoint security, product evaluation, and security solution implementation.

• Provides assistance in the agency cyber incident management, plan and conduct table-top exercises
• Provides assistance in the agency disaster recovery planning and business continuity planning activities

• Maintains a working knowledge of IT and cybersecurity support contracts, develops and maintains necessary relationships with IT and cybersecurity partners.

• Performs other duties as assigned

AGENCY SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Associates degree in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Information Security or related field or equivalent experience and two (2) years of proven experience and demonstrated success in technology leadership with emphasis on information security and data governance OR Four (4) years of proven experience and demonstrated success in technology leadership with emphasis on information security and data governance
• Currently holds an entry level cyber certification per state guidelines or achieves within 12 months of start date: (Security+, Network+, Linux+, MTA, GISF*) Any GIAC certified entry level certification accepted
  • Must hold or be able to qualify for a US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) clearance 
• Must be flexible: available after core business hours and travel to/from incidents throughout the State of Georgia
• Comfortable working in restricted environment with limited connectivity

Preferred Qualifications (in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications preference will be given to candidates who, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience):

• Knowledge with various cybersecurity best practices, frameworks, and regulations such as: NIST Special Publications documents (SP 800-30, 800-37, 800-50, 800-53A, 800-53, 800-60, 800-61, and 800-64), NIST FIPS (FIPS-199, 200, 140-2), IT Security frameworks - (NIST Special Pubs 800 Series, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27000 Series), CIS CSC, and regulations (FISMA, HIPAA, CJIS, SSA, PCI-DSS).
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, and Microsoft enterprise security best practices, various Windows application server platforms and end user applications.
  • Working knowledge of enterprise network solutions, delivery technologies, and engineered network security solutions
  • Experience in project management a plus
  • Strong, oral and written communication skills with ability to understand technology sufficiently to clearly communicate the complexity in simple terms for key stakeholders
  • Knowledge pertaining to concepts, principles and application of cyber risk management and/or compliance practices.
  • Experience in the development of cybersecurity and business processes and the integration of new processes into existing ones.
  • Experience in the management of information security training and awareness programs with familiarity with reporting of metrics/KPIs.

COMPENSATION/WORKER TYPE/ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

Hiring Salary: *$65,100 - $83,500

Worker Type: Hybrid – 2 to 3 days in-office

Location: 47 Trinity Avenue SW., Atlanta, GA (Downtown/Capitol Hill)

*Current Georgia state government employees will be subject to SPB rule provisions.

EARN MORE THAN A SALARY! In addition to a competitive salary, the Georgia Technology Authority offers a generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and childcare spending account; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon position. More information on Benefits: https://team.georgia.gov/my-benefits/

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

Minimum Qualifications:

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.