Principal System Security Architect

Job Description and Duties

THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.

Are you looking for a fast-paced and challenging position that will provide you with extremely valuable Security Architecture experience and frequent exposure to managers and staff in the Information Technology Branch(ITB)? The Employment Development Department (EDD) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to work in the Enterprise Infrastructure Security Operations Section.

The Information Technology Specialist III is the Principal Infrastructure Security Architect responsible for designing modern enterprise security infrastructure. The incumbent serves as a specialized technical advisor and significantly contributes to developing and forming policies, practices, and standards related to enterprise security technology. The incumbent collaborates with and provides expert-level technical guidance to system owners on implementing, maintaining, and operating the organization's statewide information security technology systems --the incumbent will advise the Section chief and Division chief on future security technologies. 

The IT Specialist III performs a wide range of expert technical tasks requiring innovative problem-solving and undertakes a variety of roles, from subject matter expert in security strategy to lead specialist in security oversight activities for ongoing projects. The incumbent mentors, trains, and supports section staff to ensure adherence to EDD's security standards and methods and that projects are completed on time.

The incumbent acts as principal Architect on systems software/hardware projects and/or information systems. The incumbent may work independently as the principal security architect on complex system assignments associated with EDD business applications or serve as a leader within project teams on enterprise security infrastructure services and security engineering systems projects.

This position is headquartered at 800 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA, and may be eligible for telework under EDD's telework policy. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the employee's responsibility.

Benefits of working at this location include:

• Close to major freeways, light rail, and transit stops
• Enclosed bicycle parking
• Close to downtown shopping and restaurants
• Close to the Golden1 Center

Position exists in Sacramento, CA ARU 353.

If you have questions about the actual position, please contact the “Hiring Unit Contact” listed below under Contact Information.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

It may require extended-hour support, Monday through Friday, 6pm—10pm, staying past 10pm, or working on weekends and holidays. It may also require some traveling.

Special Requirements

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at .

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions’ section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Examination/Assessment

To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.

Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:

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Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to take initiative and manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to conduct problem analysis and provide alternative solutions.
• Ability to meet critical deadlines with changing priorities.
• Expert-level analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient writing skills, including development and editing of high-quality technical documentation.
• Proficient verbal communication skills, including presenting to executive-level staff.
• Experience in planning, organizing, directing, and delegating complex work activities.
• Expert-level experience in enterprise IT environments.
• Expert-level experience with Domain Name System (DNS) security.
• Expert-level experience with Mobile Device Management (MDM).
• Expert-level experience with Web Application Firewalls (WAF).
• Expert-level experience with server/user URL web filtering.
• Expert-level experience with email hygiene solutions.
• Expert-level experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and digital certificates.
• Expert-level cloud security experience across SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS, including Zero Trust architectures.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, , and the CalPERS website, .

Statement of Qualifications Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

The SOQ will be considered the first phase of the hiring process for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you may be invited to an interview. The SOQ should be typed and not more than Three pages in length, not less than 12-point font, single-spaced, with margins not less than one inch, including your first and last name at the top of the page, and must include a response to the statements below, including specific examples:

Please restate the questions with your response.

1. Describe your expert-level experience with cloud security (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and related enterprise security technologies, including Web Application Firewalls (WAF), DNS Security, MDM, and email hygiene solutions.

2. Describe a time when you managed multiple high-priority assignments with shifting deadlines in a complex IT environment.

Résumés and/or cover letters DO NOT replace the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ or SOQs that do not include a response to the statements above may not receive further consideration and will be excluded from the hiring process.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.
• Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be included.