Network Specialist I-III - Information Security - Information Technology Division (020678)

Job SummaryPerforms complex network work. Work involves the planning, implementation, and monitoring of security measures for the protection of information systems and infrastructure. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Essential FunctionsA. Assists the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (OCISO) in monitoring information security issues related to agency systems and workflow to ensure the internal security controls are appropriate and operating as intended; and supports the OCISO with the execution of information technology security projects for the agency.B. Responds and coordinates responses to information security incidents; conducts agency-wide data classification assessment and security audits and aids in the management of remediation plans; and confers with management, other departments within the agency, and law enforcement agencies to manage security vulnerabilities.C. Prepares security documentation to include department policies, procedures, agency notifications, web content, and security alerts; performs risk assessments of data processing systems; installs firewalls, data encryption, and other security measures; and conducts periodic audits of various system users to determine user removal, transfer, and limitation of access.D. Facilitates the performance of audits and tests to aid in the evaluation of locally developed software fixes and patches to improve system performance and efficiency; applies threat modeling for known software security remediation; and assists in the application of security for mobility and cloud.E. Trains staff on network and information security procedures.Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.Position Level and SalaryNetwork Specialist IMinimum Salary: Gr. B17 ($4,330.67/month). The salary for an ERS Retiree (or non-contributing member) is $4,237.24.Network Specialist IIMinimum Salary: Gr. B19 ($4,593.80/month). The salary for an ERS Retiree (or non-contributing member) is $4,493.95.Network Specialist IIIMinimum Salary: Gr. B21 ($4,793.80/month). The salary for an ERS Retiree (or non-contributing member) is $4,689.07.This is a Career Ladder position. When filling available positions, consideration will be given to the selected applicant's education and experience. The Information Technology Division has only one Network Specialist position available. Applicants need only submit one application for employment.The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.J-18808-Ljbffr