Cybersecurity Analyst
Prince George's County Public SchoolsUnited States6 days ago
Part-timeInformation Technology
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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
The Prince George’s County Office of Information Technology is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Cybersecurity Analyst, (IT Engineer 3G) grade G24 position, in the Division from JAF division.
About The Position
This is full performance professional and technical information/cybersecurity analysis work. In a team environment, the incumbent will assist with conducting broad or specific information/cybersecurity functions, monitoring and maintenance of IT/cybersecurity platforms and tools. Conducts analysis, investigations and forensics as directed. Develops reports and participates in implementation of cyber tools and integration with county technology and communications environments. Provides direction to County agencies' IT staff, business analysts and management to ensure appropriate security controls are in place and in force. Participates in Cybersecurity Awareness training and campaigns. Stays abreast in knowledge of cyber threat landscape and protective measures. Work may involve sensitive matters requiring a great degree of integrity, discretion, and judgment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the IT Security Manager and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), and is evaluated for technical adequacy, accuracy, and efficiency as evidenced by compliant, systems functioning, and timely and effective response to issues.
About The Agency
The Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides support for all of the agencies, departments, and branches of County government. The OIT Service Desk provides information technology support and maintenance services to Prince George’s County personnel. The Office of Information Technology is wholly dedicated to aligning technology efforts to support the strategic goals of the County. OIT will provide leadership, expertise, and resources in the ideation, development, and deployment of innovative technologies and streamlined processes to improve government efficiency, business interaction, and citizen access to government information and services.
Examples of Work
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Job Location: 9201 Basil Court, Suite 250, Largo, MD 20774
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer 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., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
General Plan Information
The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.
A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.
Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.
The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.
After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).
Employee Benefits
Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
01
I acknowledge and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions must align with the information provided under the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. My responses to the questions below and the information provided under Work Experience and Education will determine if I meet all minimum qualifications for the position. I understand that attaching a resume does not fulfill the requirement to complete the application and answer all questions. While I am encouraged to attach a resume, I understand that only information provided in my application will be used to evaluate my experience and education for this opportunity.
Which best describes your highest level of education completed?
If you selected "Other" for the previous question on education, please identify/input your highest level of education.
04
In what major or field of study did you receive your college degree?
How many years professional experience in an information technology engineering field do you possess?
If the previous question applies to you, please explain your experience as well as list/dates of employment with your answer. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted.
07
Do you have one or more of the following certifications: CompTIA Security+ Certification or equivalent (CySA+, GSEC or SSCP)?
Please describe your experience with security frameworks (NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, CIS Controls). Do not reply "See resume".
09
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Are you willing and able to participate as an essential employee? Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
Come join our team!
Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
The Prince George’s County Office of Information Technology is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Cybersecurity Analyst, (IT Engineer 3G) grade G24 position, in the Division from JAF division.
About The Position
This is full performance professional and technical information/cybersecurity analysis work. In a team environment, the incumbent will assist with conducting broad or specific information/cybersecurity functions, monitoring and maintenance of IT/cybersecurity platforms and tools. Conducts analysis, investigations and forensics as directed. Develops reports and participates in implementation of cyber tools and integration with county technology and communications environments. Provides direction to County agencies' IT staff, business analysts and management to ensure appropriate security controls are in place and in force. Participates in Cybersecurity Awareness training and campaigns. Stays abreast in knowledge of cyber threat landscape and protective measures. Work may involve sensitive matters requiring a great degree of integrity, discretion, and judgment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the IT Security Manager and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), and is evaluated for technical adequacy, accuracy, and efficiency as evidenced by compliant, systems functioning, and timely and effective response to issues.
About The Agency
The Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides support for all of the agencies, departments, and branches of County government. The OIT Service Desk provides information technology support and maintenance services to Prince George’s County personnel. The Office of Information Technology is wholly dedicated to aligning technology efforts to support the strategic goals of the County. OIT will provide leadership, expertise, and resources in the ideation, development, and deployment of innovative technologies and streamlined processes to improve government efficiency, business interaction, and citizen access to government information and services.
Examples of Work
- Contributes to the effective monitoring of county networks and systems, to identify any violations and security breaches for resolution.
- Performs analysis and technical tasks involving assignment and coordination of IT/cyber security measures, cyber event detection and rapid response across various county technology environments.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, mathematics, business or public administration, or a closely related field.
- At least two (2) years professional experience in an information technology engineering field.
- Must be willing to respond to service calls after normal business hours, when required.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
- CompTIA Security+ Certification or equivalent (CySA+, GSEC or SSCP)
- 1-3 years' experience with security frameworks (NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, CIS Controls)
- Familiarity with Zero Trust security concepts and architectures
- 1-3 years' experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel)
- Proficiency with vulnerability scanning and penetration testing tools
- Knowledge of endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions
- Prior experience with public sector or compliance-heavy industries (HIPAA, PCI-DSS, CJIS, FISMA, etc.)
Job Location: 9201 Basil Court, Suite 250, Largo, MD 20774
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
- Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
- Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer 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., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
General Plan Information
The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.
A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.
Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.
The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.
After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).
Employee Benefits
Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
- Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance Program
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Retirement Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
- Supplemental Pension Plan
- Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
- 457(b)
- 403(b)
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits
- Critical Illness
- Whole Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Services
01
I acknowledge and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions must align with the information provided under the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. My responses to the questions below and the information provided under Work Experience and Education will determine if I meet all minimum qualifications for the position. I understand that attaching a resume does not fulfill the requirement to complete the application and answer all questions. While I am encouraged to attach a resume, I understand that only information provided in my application will be used to evaluate my experience and education for this opportunity.
- Yes
- No
Which best describes your highest level of education completed?
- Some high school, but did not graduate
- High School Diploma or G.E.D
- Some college, but no degree completed
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate/PHD/JD
- Other
If you selected "Other" for the previous question on education, please identify/input your highest level of education.
04
In what major or field of study did you receive your college degree?
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Business/Public Administration
- Other
- N/A
How many years professional experience in an information technology engineering field do you possess?
- No experience
- Six (6) months of experience
- More than six (6) months of experience, but less than one (1) year of experience
- One (1) year of experience
- Two (2) years of experience
- Three (3) years of experience
- Four (4) years of experience
- Five+ (5+) years of experience
If the previous question applies to you, please explain your experience as well as list/dates of employment with your answer. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted.
07
Do you have one or more of the following certifications: CompTIA Security+ Certification or equivalent (CySA+, GSEC or SSCP)?
- Yes
- No
Please describe your experience with security frameworks (NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST SP 800-53, CIS Controls). Do not reply "See resume".
09
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
Are you willing and able to participate as an essential employee? Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
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