GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

State of California; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Job summary

California Health and Human Services Agency Office of Technology and Solutions Integration seeks a Cybersecurity Assistant (Graduate Student Assistant) in Sacramento. The role assists in developing cybersecurity strategies, analyzing data from security assessments and incident responses, maintaining documentation, and exploring process automation under supervision.

The position emphasizes critical thinking, research, reporting, and effective communication to strengthen the agency's overall

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and graphical forms.
• Ability to organize and draft quality work products in a consistent, timely manner.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies, tools, concepts, and apply learnings.
• Ability to think critically and suggest alternative solutions.
• Ability to think systematically and suggest scalable solutions.
• Knowledge of information technology, enterprise cybersecurity technologies and tools.
• Knowledge of diverse subdomains in information security (risk, incident response, forensics, etc.).
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of scripting/automation languages.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Systematic thinking

IT knowledge

Cybersecurity knowledge

Data analysis

Automation scripting

Education

Graduate student status

Tools

Security tools

Job description

California Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration

JC-533655 -

JC-533655 - Cybersecurity Assistant
GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

$3,724.00 - $5,810.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/15/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Why Join California Health and Human Services Agency Office of Technology and Solutions Integration (CalHHS OTSI or OTSI)?

AtOTSI, your work directly improves the health and well-being of Californians. We exist to be the trusted partner to CalHHS and its 12 state departments to deliver high-impact IT and data solutions that strengthen health and human services programs statewide.

We bring leadership, expertise, and capacity together and work collaboratively with our partners to design, deliver, and support IT and data solutions that accelerate the delivery of health and human service program outcomes and service value. Our culture is grounded in accountability, respect, integrity, and collaboration, and we integrate those values in how we lead, how we work, and how we serve.

If you are interested in applying your knowledge, skills, and experience in supporting critical public services, influencing statewide health and human service outcomes, and working alongside leaders and professionals who take ownership of results – OTSI is where that happens!
The Cybersecurity Assistant supports the development of cybersecurity strategies and policies. This role involves the application of learnings from an advanced degree in information security, computer science, data science, applied mathematics or related studies to:assist in collecting and analyzing data from security assessments, incident response, and other open and closed sources; research, aggregate, summarize, and report on the information and associated insights;maintain documentation; andexperiment with process automation. The Cybersecurity Assistant is expected to apply critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills in the delivery of work products to the ADCISO that contributes to the enhancement of the Agency's overall security posture.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Telework:

This position is currently eligible for telework fivedays per week and is required to report in-person a minimum of one dayper month. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the OTSI and is subject to operational needs.

Reporting Location:

Business travel may be required. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The OTSI office location for this position is: 2870 Gateway Oaks Drive Sacramento, CA 95833

Travel reimbursement considerations take into account an employee’s home address and designated reporting location and are subject to applicable policies, rules, regulations, and bargaining unit contract provisions.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must be a resident of California for employment

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT $3,724.00 - $4,141.00A $4,021.00 - $4,471.00B $4,167.00 - $4,679.00C $4,340.00 - $4,873.00D $4,539.00 - $5,091.00E $4,734.00 - $5,299.00F $5,139.00 - $5,810.00G New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Must be a graduate student enrolled in classes during the regular term at an accredited college or university.

Note: Official transcripts are required if selected for this position.

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing classification, therefore anyone meeting the minimum qualifications listed on the classification specification may apply for this position. Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by stating “preference under Government Code section 18220”. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and graphical forms
• Ability to organize and draft quality work products in a consistent, timely manner
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies, tools, concepts, and apply the learnings correctly
• Ability to think critically and suggest alternative solutions
• Ability to think systematically and suggest scalable solutions
• Knowledge of information technology, enterprise cybersecurity technologies and tools
• Knowledge of diverse subdomains in information security and cybersecurity (e.g., risk and compliance analysis, technical security assessment, network and endpoint defense, digital forensics, cybersecurity incident response, vulnerability scanning, etc.)
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis tools and techniques
• Knowledge of procedures documentation and scripting (automation) languages
• Knowledge of statistical analysis

OTSI is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:

• Ongoing professional development and engagement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free Parking!

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

• Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Defined retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.