Agency Information Security Professional 1 (Cyber)

Taleo; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 79,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Free Onsite Gym and Walking Path

Daycare On-site

Cafeteria On-site

Multiple pay increases over your first

Free Parking!

Job summary

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Director's Office/Information Technology seeks an Agency Information Security Professional 1 (Cyber) to safeguard state assets, review secure coding in C#/.NET and SQL, and monitor enterprise security tools. Location: Columbus, OH. Full-time, 8:00am–4:45pm, OCSEA union.

Competitive state benefits. The role includes threat analysis, SDLC security integration, vulnerability scanning (Qualys), and participation in penetration tests.

Qualifications

• 36 mos. exp. in computer data security either through monitoring system/network traffic for anomalous activity, systems development or controlling accessibility of data.
• -Or completion of associate core program in computer science AND 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in computer data security.
• -Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science AND 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in computer data security.
• -Or 12 mos. exp. as Information Technology Apprentice, 69910; successful completion of Ohio Cyber Apprenticeship program; additional 12 mos. trg. or exp. in Information Systems/Information Technology with a focus in one of the following areas: Software Engineering/Development, Data Analytics/Business Intelligence, Database Administration, Network, or IT Security.
• -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Configure, support & monitor enterprise security tools to safeguard State assets against malicious activity, characterize & monitor network traffic to identify anomalous activity & potential threats to network resources & analyze identified malicious activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods & effects on system & information.
• Deliver secure code review assessments of object-oriented programming languages such as C# in the .NET Framework, & SQL; Analyze & identify security vulnerabilities in source code using both automated & manual tools & techniques (e.g., Checkmarx).
• Contribute to development & delivery of secure coding & remediation training materials; Recommend best practices to integrate & automate application security testing as part of the system development life cycle (SDLC).
• Employ industry best practices, processes, procedures, & techniques as part of daily monitoring & analysis of potential cyber security events; Triage SOG alerts in a timely fashion remediate level 1 & level 2 alerts & eliminate alerts when necessary.
• Participate in penetration tests; Perform vulnerability scans using department tools (e.g., Qualys); Present Monitoring/Test Results & Reports as required.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Technology

Job description

Job Description - Agency Information Security Professional 1 (Cyber) (260000NY)

Agency Information Security Professional 1 (Cyber) (260000NY)

Organization

Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information

Kristopher Croom | [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Oct 16, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Charles D Shipley Building 1970 West Broad Street Columbus 43223-1102

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $38.01

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 8:00am - 4:45 pm

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Cybersecurity

Technical Skills : Information Technology, Cybersecurity

Primary Technology : Not Applicable

Agency Overview

Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.

Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Director's Office/Information Technology (App. Architecture-Cyber Security)

Report in location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
• Free Parking!
• Free Onsite Gym and Walking Path!
• Daycare On-site!
• Cafeteria On-site!

What you'll do as an Agency Information Security Professional 1:

• Configure, support & monitor enterprise security tools to safeguard State assets against malicious activity, characterize & monitor network traffic to identify anomalous activity & potential threats to network resources & analyze identified malicious activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods & effects on system & information.
• Deliver secure code review assessments of object-oriented programming languages such as C# in the .NET Framework, & SQL; Analyze & identify security vulnerabilities in source code using both automated & manual tools & techniques (e.g., Checkmarx).
• Contribute to development & delivery of secure coding & remediation training materials; Recommend best practices to integrate & automate application security testing as part of the system development life cycle (SDLC).
• Employ industry best practices, processes, procedures, & techniques as part of daily monitoring & analysis of potential cyber security events; Triage SOG alerts in a timely fashion remediate level 1 & level 2 alerts & eliminate alerts when necessary.
• Participate in penetration tests; Perform vulnerability scans using department tools (e.g., Qualys); Present Monitoring/Test Results & Reports as required.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Option 1

36 mos. exp. in computer data security either through monitoring system/network traffic for anomalous activity, systems development or controlling accessibility of data.

Option 2

-Or completion of associate core program in computer science

AND 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in computer data security either through monitoring system/network traffic for anomalous activity, systems development or controlling accessibility of data.

Option 3

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science

AND 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in computer data security either through monitoring system/network traffic for anomalous activity, systems development or controlling accessibility of data.

Option 4

-Or 12 mos. exp. as Information Technology Apprentice, 69910; successful completion of Ohio Cyber Apprenticeship program; additional 12 mos. trg. or exp. in Information Systems/Information Technology with a focus in one of the following areas: Software Engineering/Development, Data Analytics/Business Intelligence, Database Administration, Network, or IT Security.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Note: The Ohio Cyber Apprenticeship program is a program offered by the Department Administrative Services. 2000 hrs. of on-the-job experience and 200 certified instructional credits must be earned in order to complete this program.

Job Skills: Cybersecurity

Supplemental Information

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work involves operation of computer terminal for long periods of time; overtime may be required.

• This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). Whoever fills this position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.

Background Check Information

• A background check including BCI and FBI fingerprint check may be required on all selected applicants
• A comparative analysis and/or drug test may be a requirement of the hiring process

To request a disability accommodation

Please email [e-mail] as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.