DEPARTMENT STATEMENT
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SUMMARY
Under administrative direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) will serve as Network Security Engineer representing the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC). The Network Security Engineer works independently as the highest level technical specialist in supporting, designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting ABC's complex network security infrastructure including Switches, Routers, Firewalls, VPN's, Network Access Control, IPS/IDS, Web proxy, and SIEM systems for ABC. The incumbent works with business staff, management and other technical experts to develop and maintain the long-term architectural, maintenance, and support strategies for ABC's networking security systems. Makes networking architecture design decisions for project teams and ensures those decisions are consistent with long-term strategies and architecture.

The position is occasionally required to work evenings and weekends to accomplish tasks that have a large impact on the customers' production time. These off-shift hours are planned in advance as much as possible.

In addition, the ITS II will be working in a team environment but must also possess skills to work independently.

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

Working Conditions

This position will have an opportunity to have a hybrid telework schedule after the initial training and onboarding process.

If the employee is working at an alternate work location during telework, they are required to maintain a safe working condition at the approved site, abide by the Departments Telework Policy and Ergonomic Policy, and agree to maintain a distraction-free remote work environment. Further, employees are required to be available through various forms of communication during work hours.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-432082

Position #(s):
024-053-1414-003

Working Title:
Network Security Engineer

Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,130.00 - $10,893.00 A

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Facility:
Headquarters

Department Information

Some classifications offer an alternate exam option for persons with certified disabilities called the Limited Exam and Appointment Program (LEAP). To be eligible to take a LEAP exam, you must certify through California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) .

To take the Information Technology Specialist II exam, click here .

This position is located in the Headquarters Information Technology Unit - Natomas area and includes FREE PARKING.

Department Website: http://www.abc.ca.gov

Special Requirements

A background investigation and fingerprinting are required before a candidate can be appointed to this position.

Interested individuals shall submit a completed State Examination/Employment Application (STD Form 678) or Electronic State Employment Application (through CalCareers Account www.jobs.ca.gov) and all other required documents as detailed in the job announcement.

A copy of your unofficial transcripts must be included with your application when education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications. Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for the position.

Only the required documents listed in the job announcement will be reviewed when screening candidates.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security number (SSN), birth date, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), photograph, basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, gender, marital status, ethnicity, and age. Confidential information on STD. 678s submitted electronically online, such as SSN, will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of the Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting the Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. If it is determined that you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 5/28/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

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).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
Attn: Tina Lee
3927 Lennane Drive, Suite 100

Sacramento , CA 95834

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
Tina Lee
3927 Lennane Drive, Suite 100

Sacramento , CA 95834

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

**** Extensive experience with Cisco command line IOS****
(You will be required to demonstrate your expertise with Cisco command line IOS)

• Experience with Palo Alto Networks Firewalls, Prisma Access, and Global Protect

• Experience with Cisco ISE

• Experience with Web Proxies like Zscaler or Palo Alto URL Filtering

• Experience with Cisco ASA

• Experience with SD-WAN, circuit installations, and site to site VPN's

• Experience with Enterprise WiFi solutions, like Meraki.

• Experience assisting with security audits

• Advance knowledge of IP routing protocols such as BGP and EIGRP

• Knowledge of network operations, architecture, and planning

• Knowledge of IPS/IDS, Palo Alto Advanced Threat Protection, and Wild Fire

• Technical knowledge and understanding of cybersecurity standards and controls

• Knowledge of Security Information and event management (SIEM) systems

• Ambitious, highly motivated, self-starter, reliable, dependable, multi-tasking, team player

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing

• Ability to work productively with technical and non-technical staff, vendors, management, and executives independently and in team environments

• Ability to configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, VPN and SD-WAN appliances

• Ability to take initiative and manage multiple assignments

• Ability to conduct problem analysis and provide alternative solutions

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to adjust to changing priorities and quickly respond to urgent matters

• Possess good organizational skills

• Proficient writing skills; ability to develop and edit high quality technical documentation

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or equivalent network experience

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

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.