Job Abstract

• Security Architecture and Design: Develop and implement security architecture for new and existing systems, ensuring they meet the highest security standards and best practices.

• Incidence Response: Lead the response to all security incidents including detection, containment, eradication and recovery.

• Vulnerability Management: Work with the City SOC to conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.

• Threat Analysis and Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of security systems and networks to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.

• Policy Documentation and Development: Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures embracing city standards and best practices

• Security Audits and Compliance: Perform security audits and ensure local government best practices and standards including GDPR, HIPAA, PCI, NIST and ISO 2007

• Security Awareness Training: Participate in developing and delivering security awareness training programs.

• Collaboration: Work closely with IT and City of Oxnard units to integrate ‘best of breed’ security into all aspects of the organization’s operations.

Payroll/Classification Title: Business Systems Analyst, Senior

WORK SCHEDULE: The normal work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Please note:
The Information Technology Department supports public safety personnel including the Police Department. Therefore, as part of the selection process, applicants will be required to successfully complete a thorough background investigation, which includes a polygraph exam.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution with major coursework in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security or a related field.

EXPERIENCE:
Five (5) years of experience in cyber security with a proven track record of managing complex security projects, including complex network systems and design.

• Extensive experience with security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, DLP, and endpoint protection
• Proven technical experience with security incident response, threat intelligence and detection, and vulnerability management.
• Hands on experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., Splunk, Nessus, CrowdStrike, EDR)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.

• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid Manager's Association (OMMA).

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12 month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Ashley Costello at ashley.costello@oxnard.org or (805) 200-5445.