Infrastructure Security Engineer

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 precious experience in a complex environment, with exposure to various technologies in the Information Technology Branch? The Employment Development Department (EDD) is looking for a highly motivated and qualified individual to work in the Infrastructure Security Engineering Group (ISEG). The incumbent is responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and operations of the organization's statewide Infrastructure security systems.

The Information Technology Specialist I assist in designing modern infrastructure architecture in cloud computing with virtual servers.  The incumbent ensures adherence to EDD's security standards and methods, and to make certain that projects are completed in a timely manner.

Position Exists at 1416 9th Street Sacramento, CA ARU 353. Benefits of working at this brand new location include:

• Fitness center with showers
• Secure bike storage
• Work café with micro market
• Two private outdoor courtyards for employees
• 100% cost coverage of public transit including light rail, bus, or licensed public conveyance.
• Close to major freeways, light rail, and transit stops
• Close to downtown shopping and restaurants
• Close to the Golden 1 Center and Sutter Health Park

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

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click her e to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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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.

May require extended hour support, Monday to Friday 6pm – 10pm, stay past 10pm or work on weekends and holidays. May require some traveling.

This position is headquartered at the New Labor Agency Building (NLAB), a newly remodeled high-rise building. Located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento and in close proximity of the State Capitol and the Golden1 Center, this beautiful and modern building provides the following amenities: Break areas, wellness/lactation rooms, coffee points,  a fitness center with private showers, a Career Center for EDD Employees, a micro market, building-wide WiFi, an outdoor terrace, bike storage, nearby public transit options, and much more.

Apply today for the opportunity to work in this state-of-the-art building!

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:

Information Technology Specialist I Bulletin

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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:

• Proven ability to maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance, and occasionally work beyond scheduled work hours.
• Ability to plan, organize, and adapt to changing assignments and priorities, and to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience successfully resolving escalation calls.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working in a team environment.
• Ability to provide technical guidance to others.
• Proficient in external and internal DNS management, and DNSSEC.
• Knowledgeable in PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) management.
• Experienced with web filtering technologies.
• Familiar with email hygiene practices and solutions.
• Skilled in Mobile Device Management (MDM).
• Understanding of Web Application Firewall (WAF) principles.
• Competence in Network Time Protocol (NTP) configuration and management.
• Knowledgeable about Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) and its security implications.

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 is not a resume or cover letter. Resumes and/or Cover Letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ may not receive further consideration and may be excluded from the hiring process.

The SOQ will be considered the first phase of the hiring process for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to an interview. The SOQ should be typed and not more than two 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 knowledge and experience in DNS, and DNSSEC. Include technologies supported, and level of support.

2. Describe your knowledge and experience in email hygiene, and EFD. Include technologies supported, and level of support.

3. Describe your knowledge and experience in web filtering, WAF, and CND. Include technologies supported, and level of support.

Résumés and/or cover letters DO NOT take the place of 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 may 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.