Requisition No: 880909
Agency: Financial Services
Working Title: INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST IV - 43004418
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 43004418
Salary: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 08/19/2026
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*****OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY*****
CLASS TITLE: INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST IV
DIVISION: OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
BUREAU: ENTERPRISE APPLICATIONS
CITY: TALLAHASSEE
COUNTY: LEON
Four (4) years of experience in Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or related field is required. A post-secondary degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or related field may be used as an alternative for the years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
Additional requirements:
Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with significant experience in vulnerability management or security operations.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (English Proficient).
Preferences:
Familiarity with scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell, Python, or APIs for scan orchestration and reporting.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, GSEC, GPEN, CEH, Security+, or vendor-specific certifications related to vulnerability management platforms.
Minimum Qualifications for this position include the following REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of best practices related to lT.
Knowledge of Florida statutes, rules related to lT and information security.
Knowledge of National lnstitute of Standards and Technology (NIST) security standards.
Knowledge of vulnerability management frameworks, lifecycle processes, and industry best practices.
Knowledge with enterprise vulnerability scanning tools such as Tenable, Qualys, RapidT, or equivalent platforms.
Knowledge of CVE, CVSS, CWE, patch management, and common attack vectors.
Knowledge of operating systems, network protocols, firewalls. cloud platforms, databases, and enterprise applications.
Knowledge of security standards and frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and ISO 27001.
Ability to interpret technical vulnerability data and translate findings into actionable remediation guidance.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate cross-functional remediation efforts in complex enterprise environments.
Ability to analyze, interpret and operationalize statutes, rules, guidelines, policje8 and procedures.
Ability to write policies, procedures and guidelines.
Ability to analyze and interpret computer related data.
Ability to communicate business information effectively and in writing to users and information technology personnel.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments-
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others-
Skilled in analytical, organizational, and communication with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
OTHER KSAs (Incumbent may learn on job):
Incumbent may develop skills in contract management and monitoring.
SPECIAL NOTES:
This position may be required to occasionally perform duties other than those listed on the position description.
Salary Range (PB): $ 90,000.00- $110,000.00 Annually
Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.
This position requires a security background check, including fingerprint as a condition of employment.
Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Monitor reports on data accesses, endpoint detection events, and firewall logs for anomalies. Review and remediate issues found from these threat intelligence sources. Implement technical controls that will provide adequate security for the Department’s IT assets. Coordinate the implementation of secure standards for IT infrastructure operation, workstation administration, and software development.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399
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Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee
