Performs highly advanced and supervisory (senior-level) cybersecurity analysis work providing direction and guidance in strategic operations and planning. Work involves overseeing cybersecurity programs and environments; the prevention, detection, and remediation of cybersecurity threats and intrusions; cybersecurity policies and monitoring protocols; and leading the development of a security plan, emphasizing technical infrastructure and long-term risk mitigation. May supervise the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Incumbents in the classification are required to be on-call on a rotating basis, available to work limited evening and weekends.

Applicants are required to attach a resume and cover letter.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provides advanced-level Systems Analyst and System Administration work on enterprise cybersecurity software and systems.
Serves as the primary technical expert on cybersecurity policy.
Documents, implements and revises cybersecurity policies and procedures.
Leads other technical staff and system users in the technical design, specification, and support of mission-critical security systems.
Collaborates with technical staff and users to analyze cybersecurity processes and translates them into detailed technical requirements for the design of software systems and their sub-components.
Provide guidance to other information technology staff on cybersecurity-related technical issues.
Oversees cybersecurity management initiatives.
Oversees detection activities and advises on cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
Oversees the initiation, implementation, and development of incident response plans and recovery programs; evaluates and obtains forensics tools; reviews intrusion and misuse detection reports; and provides guidance for corrective action.
Develops and implement appropriate safeguards to ensure system resiliency.
Develops cybersecurity awareness training programs for employees, contractors, and users; and facilitates cyber preparedness exercises.
Delivers cybersecurity awareness training.
Monitors and analyzes cybersecurity alerts from cybersecurity tools, network devices, and information systems.
Monitors and maintains cybersecurity infrastructure, policies, and procedures to protect information systems from unauthorized use.
Performs vulnerability scans of networks and applications to assess their effectiveness and identify weaknesses.
Defines plans; organizes designs; develops, modifies, tests, and integrates database or computer hardware systems to protect against cyber threats.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Cloud Computing, or related fields. Five (5) years of full-time relevant job experience.

Two (2) additional years of full-time experience may be substituted for 30 semester hours of the required education with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.

Knowledge of:

Leadership skills for technology professionals.
Advanced tools and techniques for cybersecurity technology systems analysis.
Computer networks, servers, virtual servers and desktop technology, Windows desktops, relational database management systems, and enterprise software applications (web-based, cloud-based, and server-based).
Specific areas of local government technology application may include emergency service provision; geographic information systems; virtual desktop and server technologies; water, wastewater, and electric utility provision; and customer billing/relationship management.
Techniques and best practices of project management.
Assessing software systems’ ability to meet the needs of large-scale, critical business operations.
Specific custom-off-the-shelf (COTS) software implementation methodologies.
Local government business processes and functions include budgeting, management, political structures, and public service delivery.
Research techniques, IT best practices, and knowledge of contemporary issues in Information Technology.

Skill in:

Leading teams of technical staff, system stakeholders, and managers.
Exercising judgment, diligence, and responsibility when addressing mission-critical information systems whose failure could result in a substantial financial loss and impaired critical services.
Analyzing business processes prepared by Analysts and translating them into precise, detailed technical specifications for technology systems.
Developing advanced and effective technical documentation and designs for cybersecurity systems and integrations.
Installing, updating, and managing cybersecurity systems at a highly technical level.
Quickly developing in-depth knowledge of the business functions that enterprise software systems support.
Providing outstanding technical support to both technical and non-technical users.
Reading and understanding technical manuals, business documents, policies and procedures, and system documentation.
Preparing technical cybersecurity specifications for software systems, networks, and databases.
Working with outside software vendors and technical support staff.
Working with computer programmers and software designers.
Writing clear, accurate, timely documentation.
Writing concise memos in non-technical terminology to brief managers and supervisors.
Performing arithmetic and making projections and forecasts.
Exercising sound judgment in interpretations and decisions on matters significantly affecting operations and cost.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers, clients, citizens, and vendors.

Ability to work limited nights and weekends as part of an on-call rotation is required.

Candidates must pass a fingerprint-based FBI Criminal Background check upon acceptance of the position.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, and use of foot controls.

Hiring Range: $87,539.92 - $109,657.60, annually.

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