Cyber Defense Analyst
Summary
Cyber Defense Analyst monitoring the State of Montana's network, systems, and data center in Helena, providing 1st and 2nd level network and security support as the first line of defense against cybersecurity threats, with formal and on-the-job training provided.
Why should you keep reading and consider working here?
We know you have other work options, but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana Department of Administration. The Department of Administration is a service-oriented organization that focuses on improving business operations and delivering leading edge service to our customers and business partners. With this in mind, we seek employees who have a passion for providing excellent customer service and understand the value it brings to an organization.
The State Information Technology Services Division (SITSD) of the Department of Administration has a mission to provide shared IT services to support the needs of the state and citizens of Montana. We offer an innovative and collaborative work environment where employees are valued and supported. In addition, our employees have the opportunity to be involved in some of the most exciting and innovative IT projects and initiatives in development within Montana state government.
What is this career opportunity?
The Network Operations and Security Center (NOSC) team is seeking an enthusiastic, IT minded individual looking to begin or further advance their career in Network Security within an enterprise level Security Center. You would be responsible for monitoring the State network, varying systems, and the State of Montana Data Center (SMDC) in Helena. You would provide 1st and 2nd level network and security support to ensure proper and continuous operation of all facilities and systems. You will be the first line of defense against cybersecurity threats, proactively monitoring and defending information systems. Training for staff is encouraged and provided to gain additional security knowledge and certifications.
This position currently has shared duties monitoring network operations and security. As the State of Montana moves towards IT centralization, this position will transition into a dedicated security monitoring role. The candidate will spend time learning the processes and procedures within the NOSC and help transition the security functions to a Security Operations Center (SOC).
A Cyber Defense Analyst is a technical security position in the NICE Framework. While we require IT knowledge, WE OFFER BOTH FORMAL TRAINING AND ON-THE-JOB TRAINING TO DEVELOP THE NEEDED SKILLSETS. If you are a little short of the education, experience, or the certification requirements listed below; but you can meet them within six months, then we may consider hiring you as a training assignment.
The State of Montana Data Center (SMDC) is a 24x7x365 facility. We are currently hiring for Day shift, working the below schedule\:
Monday-Friday 7 am – 4 pm