Information Security Analyst

Title: Information Security Analyst

State Role Title: Computer Support Specialists

Hiring Range: Up to $90,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location: VDOE James Monroe Building

Agency Website: doe.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Education is looking for an Information Security Analyst to maintain the agency’s IT security program in accordance with Commonwealth of Virginia IT Security policies and standards and to help support the school divisions in security planning and student privacy.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct continuous monitoring of enterprise systems using Splunk SIEM, WAF and other approved security tools to detect, investigate, and respond to potential threats and incidents impacting agency data and overall system security.
• Triage and investigate alerts from Splunk, CrowdStrike, and other detection sources to determine validity, scope, and severity.
• Perform real-time cyber threat intelligence analysis and correlate actionable security events utilizing Splunk, WAF and other approved security apps.
• Monitor and review threat intelligence sources to identify emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and adversary tactics relevant to the agency and sector.
• Maintain Splunk dashboards, alerts, and reports to ensure proactive detection.
• Assist with administration and maintenance of Splunk Enterprise and Splunk Cloud, ensuring availability, performance, and stability across the hybrid environment (Windows and Linux).
• Evaluate and process requests from application teams, ensuring each is documented and approved before implementation and create rules to handle threats or application behaviors unique to the organization.
• Create, and update Security Operations SOPs, processes or other documentation.
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of DOE Incident Response Program including policy, procedures, and playbook scenarios.

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge and experience with Commonwealth of Virginia IT Security policies and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to document processes and procedures.
• Experience in administration of Linux and Windows server operating systems.
• Knowledge of network architecture and interfaces.
• Experience in administration of Web Application Firewalls.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Splunk SIEM.
• Considerable knowledge of investigation and monitoring logs.
• Ability to assist with audit requirements.
• Considerable experience working in information technology, security or a related field.
• Previous experience as an information security analyst or related position.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral communications.
• Knowledge of aspects of information security in the public education setting.
• Knowledge of FERPA regulations.

Additional Considerations

• College degree in information systems, computer science, or related field or demonstrated progressively responsible experience in information security.
• Considerable knowledge of Splunk Enterprise and Cloud administration in Windows and Linux environments.
• Information Security Industry certifications, such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA Security+, or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) are highly desirable.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389]

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and the VDOE that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Email: ***email_hidden***

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.