Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst I

Illinois Secretary of State; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State employee benefits

Job summary

Office of the Illinois Secretary of State seeks an Information Systems Specialist I – Cyber Threat Intelligence for the Information Security division, located at 501 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL. The role focuses on vulnerability scanning, risk-based remediation prioritization, and strong collaboration with stakeholders.

The position requires two years of college in computer science or 2.5 years IT experience, with travel as needed and ongoing training to stay current in security technologies.

Qualifications

• Requires two years of college coursework in computer science or 2.5 years of technical IT experience.
• Knowledge of systems design, data transmission, and information retrieval.
• Ability to analyze data, present results clearly and communicate remediation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Performs vulnerability scans, tracks from discovery to remediation.
• Assists with severity-based analysis and prioritization of remediation.
• Coordinates remediation with stakeholders and communicates options.
• Completes education and certifications to stay current in security technologies.
• Travels as necessary for education and meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Vulnerability assessment

Risk-based prioritization

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Travel readiness

Education

Two years college in computer science

2.5 years IT experience equivalent

Job description

Office of the Illinois Secretary of State seeks an Information Systems Specialist I – Cyber Threat Intelligence for the Information Security division, located at 501 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL. The role focuses on vulnerability scanning, risk-based remediation prioritization, and strong collaboration with stakeholders.

The position requires two years of college in computer science or 2.5 years IT experience, with travel as needed and ongoing training to stay current in security technologies.