Do you have a passion for public service and enjoy making a difference? Don’t miss out on this opportunity. The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is hiring! Apply now if you’re looking for a rewarding career in public service. We regulate the insurance industry, administer the Texas workers’ compensation system, and educate and protect consumers.
You’ll love the benefits of working at TDI:
- Flexible work schedules.
- Hybrid work schedule, if applicable.
- Work-life-balance.
- 96 hours of accrued vacation a year.
- 96 hours of accrued sick leave a year.
- 20+ holidays every year.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Free parking.
- Free comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees and 50% off premium costs for dependents (state pays the other 50%).
Working at TDI offers many benefits. TDI is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. TDI also offers a lifetime monthly retirement annuity as well as 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas. TDI is located at the Barbara Jordan Building at 1601 Congress Ave in Austin. The innovative structure is part of the state’s Capitol Complex project.
Cybersecurity Analyst III – Cybersecurity Analyst
Performs highly complex (senior-level) information security and cybersecurity analysis work. The work involves protecting cybersecurity assets and delivering cybersecurity incident detection, incident response, threat assessment, cyber intelligence, software security, and vulnerability assessment services. The position assists with the agency’s information governance, awareness, and education. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
This position:
- Performs assessments of infrastructure and applications to assess effectiveness of controls and to identify weaknesses.
- Assists in designing and deploying security applications and infrastructure program activities.
- Monitors security logs and creates custom alerts and dashboards to notify the agency about cybersecurity incidents.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
This position requires:
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in cybersecurity, information technology security, computer engineering, computer information systems, computer science, management information systems, or a related field is generally preferred.
- Four years of experience in cybersecurity analysis work or IT system administration.
- Education and experience relevant to position requirements may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
Additional job details:
This position requires regular work attendance. The position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule of up to three days per week. If eligible, the employee must have a secure, dedicated workspace with reliable broadband internet service. The ideal candidate must be available for weekly meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams and other applications during regular business hours.
Candidates are encouraged to bring devices to show technical ability by scripting scenarios in either python, PowerShell, or bash provided at the interview.
Preferences for this position include:
Held at least one certification from a recognized security organization or system company, such as ISC2, Microsoft, Amazon, RedHat, Cisco, Google, Oracle, or Offensive Security. Preferred certifications include:
- Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP),
- Azure AZ Series (AZ-100+),
- AWS certifications beyond Cloud practitioner (Architect, Developer, Security, etc.),
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA, CCNP),
- Redhat Certified System Admin (RHCSA, RHCE),
- Oracle Database Administrator,
- “Associate of ISC2”, or
- Certified Information Security Professional (CISSP).
Demonstrable capabilities with any of the following scripting languages:
This position requires demonstrated knowledge of:
- State laws, rules, procedures, and regulations relevant to job requirements.
- Operational support of networks, operating systems, Internet technologies, databases, and security infrastructure.
- Cybersecurity and information security controls, practices, procedures, and regulations; and of incident response program practices and procedures.
This position requires demonstrated skill in:
- Problem solving and critical thinking.
- Using Microsoft Office software applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
- Using personal computers sufficient to enter and extract data from related systems and programs such as Centralized Accounting Payroll and Personnel (CAPPS) and other systems required to perform the job.
- Use of applicable software and in configuring, deploying, and monitoring security infrastructure.
This position requires the demonstrated ability to:
- Communicate and work effectively with a wide range of people with varied skills, knowledge, and backgrounds.
- Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Analyze and solve work-related problems and work independently on a variety of administrative work and technical assignments.
- Manage workload and priorities to meet necessary deadlines.
- Work both independently and as a team player.
- Resolve complex security issues in diverse and decentralized environments.
- Plan, develop, monitor, and maintain cybersecurity and information technology security processes and controls.
Veterans
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To receive a veteran’s preference, you must submit the following documents, as applicable, with your application.
- Copy of the DD-214; member #4.
- Statement of compensation from the Veteran’s Administration or
- Copy of the DD1300.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $7,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78701