Do you have extensive knowledge in the area of technology? Are you interested in a career that allows you to use your knowledge to earn a great salary? The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is looking for an Information Security Specialist 1 to perform various assignments within the Bureau of Communications and Information Services. This position works on areas of security of the Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN). This requires extensive knowledge and adherence to the CLEAN a... more details
THE POSITION
Do you have extensive knowledge in the area of technology? Are you interested in a career that allows you to use your knowledge to earn a great salary? The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is looking for an Information Security Specialist 1 to perform various assignments within the Bureau of Communications and Information Services. This position works on areas of security of the Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN). This requires extensive knowledge and adherence to the CLEAN and Federal Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s (FBI) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) division’s security policies.
If this sounds like a great opportunity that would showcase your interests and skillset, apply today and discover everything that a career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania can offer you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you travel throughout the state to assist in conducting on site audits and assistance to agencies requesting accreditation of their network for access to CLEAN/CJIS systems while ensuring agency adherence to the CJIS Security Policy. Examples include firewalls, authentication, encryption, key management, disaster recovery, intrusion detection, virus protection, and Internet access study. You must maintain an extensive knowledge of the CLEAN/FBI CJIS security policies and procedures
You also serve as the alternate point of contact to the FBI CJIS Division ISO, in the absence or at the delegation of the PSP ISO or command staff. You assist in interpreting policy and response relative to security issues. In addition, you respond to a designated alternate or secondary location in response to a catastrophic incident when directed.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description. Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
This position is not eligible for telework.
Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $64,959.00 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as a Network Specialist 1;or
Two years of experience performing technical work in information technology security, network support, or network administration, and an associate’s degree in any information technology field;or
A bachelor’s degree in any information technology field.
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
Ability to obtain and maintain an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
This particular position also requires possession of a current driver's license which is not under suspension.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement:
You must pass a criminal history and background investigations.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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