Icam Security Engineer - Its4

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Join the 2,000+ professionals who are bringing strategic vision to state government as part of Minnesota's information technology agency. Work for Minnesota IT Services and be part of a cutting-edge organization that is emerging as a national leader in government IT. Our culture promotes collaboration, demands continuous improvement and encourages innovation in IT delivery. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, something to be inspired by; come to work for Minnesota IT Services.

Working Title: Information Technology Spec 4
Job Class: ICAM Security Engineer
Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• Telework Eligible: Yes #LI-Hybrid
• Salary Range: $33.13 - $54.64 / hourly; $69,175 - $114,088 / annually
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Closing Date: 06/12/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
• Job Class Option: Information Security
• Division/Unit: Enterprise Security / ICAM Staff
• Travel Required: No
• Classified Status: Classified
• Date Posted: 05/23/2023
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• Re-Posting: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

The Identity, Credential, Access Management (ICAM) Engineer is responsible for conducting independent comprehensive assessments of the management, operational, and technical security controls and control enhancements employed within or inherited by IT systems to determine the overall effectiveness of the controls as defined in the IAM policy and standards. This position collaborates across all MNIT divisions to establish, analyze, recommend, administer, and review enterprise application and system architecture requirements to ensure compliance with IAM policy and standards.

Additional responsibilities will include working closely with the ICAM Manager to formalize, document, support and execute the ICAM Program strategy and the related program components, identity solutions and projects; organizational awareness, processes and procedures and compliance with audits/assessments related to security administration.

• This position is currently eligible for full-time telework:

• Candidates residing outside of Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) require additional review prior to telework approval upon becoming a finalist.
• Candidates located in Minnesota, or a bordering state, do not require additional review.
• Telework for Minnesota IT Services allows an employee to perform work from a remote telework location and an employee may be required to be in the office based on business needs and other dependencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume:

This position requires a minimum of four (4) years of experience in an information security role that includes:

• Thorough understanding of technical systems architecture; able to "dive deep" to determine root cause of issues across technical domains
• Experience working across diverse business lines to resource and monitor remediation efforts to ensure compliance policies and standards or regulations
• Knowledge of and experience working with identity and access requirements for controls and configurations of Microsoft, cloud, Unix/Linux, applications, and systems
• Understanding of credentials, authentication, and authorization principles and design alternatives; as well as, performing assessments to ensure security controls and compliance indicators are met
• Experience with and knowledge of the NIST cybersecurity framework

• A Master's degree in Information Technology or a related field substitutes for three years of experience, related Bachelor's degree substitutes for two years, or related Associate's substitutes for one year.

**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and a criminal history verification.

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Other mandated records checks
• Education
• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
• CJIS Background Check
• Social Security and Address Verification

Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Preferred Qualifications

• Negotiation and consensus building skills with excellent communication skills both written and oral
• Knowledge of application security concepts, risks, and controls related to digital identity and access.
• Ability to communicate complex security requirements and solutions to both technical and non-technical internal and external customers, agency staff, vendors, and other governmental agencies
• Ability to function effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to prepare and conduct presentations on digital identity and access, computer security policies, procedures, and guidelines, requirements, and system solutions
• Skill in developing or recommending analytic approaches or solutions to problems and situations for which information is incomplete or for which no precedent exists.
• Certifications: CISSP or other relevant information security certification or recipient of the Cybercops Scholarship for Service

How to Apply

This vacancy is open for bids and all qualified applicants simultaneously. This vacancy will be filled in accordance with applicable union contract provisions. Current employees of Minnesota IT Services who are currently in an Information Technology Specialist 4, Information Security position and who are eligible to bid and apply within the seven (7) day bidding period will be considered prior to filling the position via other means.

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

To be considered for any Veteran’s Status, you MUST indicate this on your application.

RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV): Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. To qualify, you must meet the following: 1) have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States; 2) have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty or have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty; 3) be a United States citizen or resident alien; and 4) have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001, as shown on your DD-214 form. To be considered under this legislation, you must: 1) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting; 2) meet all of the above RSV criteria; and 3) submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: [email protected]. Failure to submit your DD-214 form will affect your consideration for an interview under this legislation.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if you: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation by the closing date to: [email protected]

If you have questions about the position, contact Jenny Hickey at [email protected].

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Jenny Hickey at [email protected].

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Health care spending and savings accounts
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Dependent care spending account
• Public pension plan
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Training and professional development
• Prescription drug coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Wellness programs and resources
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer paid life insurance
• Tax-deferred compensation

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] and indicate what assistance is needed.