Computer Security Specialist (04161)

Socket.dev; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DPHHS NSU in Helena seeks a Computer Security Specialist to ensure secure access provisioning for thousands of users and applications. You will research access requests, enforce security controls, and maintain accurate user data while contributing to audit readiness.

The role involves developing IAM tools, documenting procedures, and training staff, reporting to the NSU Supervisor with no direct reports, in a state government setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Two years of directly related experience in computer support including identity management and user provisioning.
• Thorough understanding of identity management, user provisioning, and authentication/authorization.
• Understanding of operating systems, networks, applications, and security standards.

Responsibilities

• Keep systems safe by applying proper security controls and ensuring appropriate access.
• Research and validate access requests balancing business needs.
• Write procedural documentation including system access templates.
• Support internal and external audits; record accurate user account information.
• Develop and test identity and access management tools.

Skills

IT security

Investigation

Directory services

Identity management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS

Tools

Active Directory

Job description

DPHHS’ Network Security Unit (NSU) utilizes various identity and access management tools to provision users for our department’s various systems. NSU supports over 7,000 users and approximately 180 different applications.

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Technology Services Division in Helena.

This Computer Security Specialist position in NSU is directly responsible for keeping systems safe and ensuring employees and non-employees have the necessary computer access to effectively execute their duties. The position researches and validates access requests while weighing the business needs of the organization and ensuring proper security controls are followed and that the access granted is appropriate for the job being performed. This position helps train other staff and writes procedural documentation including system access templates. The position supports external and internal audit efforts, develops and tests identity and access management tools, and records accurate user account information. This position reports to the NSU Supervisor and does not supervise other staff.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Experience with IT security processes, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to research, investigate, and analyze findings.
• Knowledge and skill in network administration including skill with Microsoft Active Directory.
• Ability to understand technical requirements related to operating systems, networks, applications, and identity management software.
• Meet minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
  • Two years of directly related experience in computer support including identity management and user provisioning experience.
  • Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Preferred:
    • Thorough understanding of identity management, user provisioning, managed access and issues surrounding authentication and authorization.
    • Working knowledge of enterprise architecture principles including role-based access management including database structure, directory structure, and application management.
    • Understanding of security methods and technical elements to protect data. Knowledge of Federal and State standards relating to security.

DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of Montana.Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.