Network Specialist IV - Information Security - Information Technology Division - Huntsville (019017)

Organization: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Primary Location: United States-Texas-HUNTSVILLE Job: Office and Administrative Support Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-time Travel Moderate Salary/Salary Range: $5,213.63 (RET 2.5% Less) Pay Basis: Monthly Hazardous duty/Longevity Pay: Longevity Pay Training Academy: No Work Site Visits: No Study Material: No Overtime Status: Exempt Job Posting: Feb 10, 2026, 12:00:00 AM Closing Date: Feb 19, 2026, 11:59:00 PM I. JOB SUMMARY Performs highly complex network work. Work involves coordinating activities associated with local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN), Internet and intranet systems, and other data networks; coordinating network design and installation, training, monitoring, and analysis of existing hardware and software; evaluating potential network enhancements; and supervising the work others. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Coordinates with the Information Security Officer (ISO) in monitoring information security issues related to the systems and workflow at TDCJ to ensure the internal security controls for the agency are appropriate and operating as intended; and supports the ISO with the execution of information technology security projects for the agency. B. Coordinates responses to information security incidents; conducts agency-wide data classification assessment and security audits; coordinates 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; determines standards on information security; performs risk assessments of data processing systems; supervises the installation of firewalls, data encryption, and other security measures; and coordinates and conducts periodic audits of various system users to determine user removal, transfer, or limitation of access. D. Performs security scanning 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 mobile devices and cloud technologies. E. Supervise the work of others; and trains staff on network and information security procedures. Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed. III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A. Education, Experience, and Training 1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Major course work in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below in excess of the required three years may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis. 2. Three years full-time, wage-earning experience with automated data processing systems in installation of computers, printers, communications devices, or office automation software in a LAN/WAN networking environment. 3. Experience in the supervision of employees preferred. 4. Information security experience preferred. Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as it is defined by state law. B. Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of network facilities and data processing techniques and equipment. 2. Knowledge of information systems performance monitoring and capacity management tools. 3. Knowledge of personal computer hardware and software to include security software. 4. Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory preferred. 5. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred. 6. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely. 7. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public. 8. Skill to interpret and apply rules regulations, policies, and procedures. 9. Skill to recognize, analyze, and resolve network problems. 10. Skill in administrative problem-solving techniques. 11. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment. 12. Skill to train and supervise others. IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 15-44 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment. B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane. C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and automobile. Additional Information Please note that applications submitted via handwritten forms, email, mail, or fax will not be accepted. Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment, supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who contacts you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. *Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.* Questions regarding this posting may be directed to: Shelbie Morrow Human Resources Headquarters 2 Financial Plaza, STE 600 Huntsville, TX 77340 PH (936) 437-4106 EMAIL hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov Military Occupation Specialty Code The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Military Crosswalk Guide - Prepared by the State Auditor's Office EEO Statement 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. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.