Paid Family and Medical Leave Security Architect (ITS6 2018-05160) Lacey



Job Details

Paid Family and Medical Leave Security Architect (ITS6 2018-05160) Lacey
Employer

State of Washington

Salary

$71,040.00 - $93,156.00 Annually

Location

Thurston County – Lacey, WA

Job Type

Project (limited duration)

Job Number

2018-05160

Department

Employment Security Department

division

Paid Family Medical Leave

Opening Date

05/21/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NA

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This recruitment will remain open until a selection is made.  Application review will be continuous, and therefore we encourage you to submit your application materials as soon as possible.


Here at the Employment Security Department (ESD), we believe in the Power to Help when people need it most. We provide economic security to the people of Washington every day and in every corner of the state. We help people find jobs, bridge gaps in employment and soon we'll be providing paid family medical leave.

Please Note: This recruitment is for a project position with an expected end date of December 31, 2020.
 

The newly formed Paid Family and Medical Leave division is looking for a Security Architect to work in coordination with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in the Workforce Information and Technology Services (WITS) division to ensure alignment with agency strategies and standards for security.  This person coordinates the development and assessment of the end-to-end Information Technology Services and Security policies, including standards, process & procedures, etc. to ensure Paid Family and Medical Leave Division initiatives are aligned with agency objectives and implements secure solutions that provide customer value.

 

It is estimated that up to 2/3 of Washingtonians will have an event that results in them being eligible for Paid Family and Medical Leave.  Working on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Team means you get to help create a people-centered, accessible, and cutting-edge program that will benefit Washington workers and employers for generations.  If our mission motivates you, please apply to be a part of our team!

Responsibilities

As the Paid Family and Medical Leave Security Architect you will serve as the highest level security technical expert in Security Architecture.  In this role you will be embedding security into quality assurance processes, documenting and validating security control implementation, identifying system vulnerabilities and risks, and designing and recommending controls to reduce security risks. This position supports the Paid Family and Medical Leave program by developing a solution that assures data confidentiality, system and process integrity, and system availability.
 
Some of what you'll be doing:

  • Supports ESD and the CISO by continuously evaluating and reporting risks and vulnerabilities and reporting on them to central security team. 
  • Recommend system design and solutions that result in improved system security without compromising business objectives and usability. 
  • Conduct functionality and gap analysis to determine the extent to which key business areas and infrastructure comply with statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Perform data gathering, root cause analysis and performance trending in order to develop appropriate process control changes.
  • Develops and implements an ongoing quality assessment program targeting information technology policy matters; recommends methods for early detection and remediation, and oversee quality control testing.
  • Document internal IT audits and other quality assurance activities and investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from a four-year accredited college or university with major coursework in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field
AND
Four (4) years of experience in information technology that includes hardware and software systems administration and computer programming.
 
Applicants are also required to have the following experience which may have been gained concurrently with the required experience above:
 

  • Three (3) years of experience with IT process engineering, quality assurance, auditing, risk analysis or information security practices.
 
  • Three (3) years of progressive responsibility in identifying vulnerabilities in Information Systems and recommending security controls as a system architect, security architect, principle engineer, or equivalent role.
 
OR
  • A combination of education and/or relevant experience.

Desired qualifications include:
  • Systems security skills – knowledge of system security issues.
  • IT project management skills.
  • Experience working in an Agile environment

Supplemental Information

Please attach a resume and letter of interest to your on-line application (through the Add Attachment(s) field).

  • Applications with comments such as "see attachments" in the supplemental question responses will be considered incomplete.
NOTE:  A resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the application.  Applications with comments such as "see attachments/see resume" in the supplemental question responses will be considered incomplete.  
 
Other Information
  • Final external candidates must be able to pass an Unemployment Insurance (UI) Fraud check.
  • The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
  • If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please contact careershelp@des.wa.gov or (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960.
Veteran's Preference
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their DD214 or other verification of military service.  Please black out any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.
 
Thank you for your service!
 

Modern Workplace
ESD's employee engagement survey scores improved by 8 percent in 2017.  Our agency is devoted to ongoing improvement and continues to develop strategies and programs to enhance the employee experience. We are working to create a modern workplace designed to meet the needs of a changing workforce. We have wellness programs, telework policies and flexible schedules. We're working to update our facilities all over the state to enhance both the client and employee experience. 
 
Opportunity for All
The Washington Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. 

Please contact Carolyn Haley on the Talent Acquisition Team at 360-480-5752, chaley@esd.wa.gov, HRRecruiting@esd.wa.gov or Washington Relay Service 711 if you are a person with a disability needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or with general questions about this opportunity.

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More than Just a Paycheck!
 
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

 
Read about our benefits:
 
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work. Check with the agency human resource office for specific benefit information.

Insurance Benefits
 
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.  There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.  Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.
 
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
 
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).  New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.  For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
 
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).  This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
 
Vacation (Annual Leave)
 
You begin accruing vacation starting your first month of employment. Since we value your loyalty, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Vacation accrues for full-time employees per WAC 357-31-165.
 
Holidays
 
Full-time employees are entitled to eleven* paid holidays:
 
HOLIDAY
DATE
 
New Year's Day
January 1
 
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday
Third Monday in January
 
Presidents' Day
Third Monday in February
 
Memorial Day
Last Monday in May
 
Independence Day
July 4
 
Labor Day
First Monday in September
 
Veterans' Day
November 11
 
Thanksgiving Day
Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
 
Christmas Day
December 25
 
Personal Holiday
Employee's selection each calendar year

*Employees who are members of certain Unions are entitled to an additional personal leave day of their choice. Please refer to specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
 
Social Security
 
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
 
Sick Leave
 
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Paid sick leave may be used for reasons included in WAC 357-31-130.
 
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information.

01
In order to be considered for this position, you must include a resume and letter of interest with this applicant packet. Please click below to indicate you have attached the required documentation.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Vocational IT Related Certificate
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or Higher
03
Which of the following best describes the focus of your degree?
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Other Degree (Related)
  • Other Degree (Not Related)
  • I do not have a degree
04
How many months of IT experience do you have in hardware and software systems administration and computer programming??
  • I do not have this type of experience.
  • I have less than 48 months of this type of experience.
  • I have 48-59 months of this type of experience.
  • I have 60-71 months of this type of experience.
  • I have 72-83 months of this type of experience.
  • I have 84-95 months of this type of experience.
  • I have 96 months or more of this type of experience.
05
Please describe your IT experience in hardware and software systems administration and computer programming? If you do not have this type of experience, please indicate N/A.
06
Please select all that apply from the list below. I have 3 years of experience with the following:
  • IT Process Engineering
  • Quality Assurance
  • Auditing
  • Risk Analysis
  • Information Security Practices
  • None of these Apply
07
In response to the question above, please describe your experience in each of those selected. If you do not have this type of experience, please indicate N/A.
08
I have 3 years of progressive responsibility in identifying vulnerabilities in Information Systems and recommending security controls as a system architect, security architect, principle engineer, or equivalent role.
  • Yes
  • No
  • I do not have this experience.
09
In response to the question above, please describe your progressive expereince in identifying vulnerabilities in Information Systems and recommending security controls as a system architect, security architect, principle engineer, or equivalent role.. If you do not have this type of experience, please indicate N/A.
10
How did you hear about the opportunity you are applying to?
  • Social Media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter)
  • Veteran hiring event
  • VERG
  • Job/Career Fair
  • Referral from current ESD employee
  • Indeed.com
  • MilitaryJobs.com
  • Monster.com
  • Online Job Board (not listed above)
  • esd.wa.gov
  • careers.wa.gov
  • govenmentjobs.com
  • Other

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