Working Title: Application Security Analyst

Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 2

Agency: Minnesota IT Services

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 02/25/2023
Closing Date: 03/20/2023
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
Division/Unit: Department of Transportation (DOT)
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $25.18 - $40.95 / hourly; $52,575 - $85,503 / annually
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Telework Eligible: Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

As an Application Security Analyst (ASA), with Minnesota IT Services (MNIT), you will be working at an agency that believes in public service and enhancing lives with technology solutions. You will provide the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), our partner in performance, with support for MNIT DOT Information Security Program to ensure that MnDOT applications are adequately protected against cybersecurity threats. In this position you will perform risk assessment and vulnerability management analysis activities for new and existing applications in the MnDOT portfolio, particularly those incorporating Operational Technology (OT). You will identify and document security gaps and provide risk mitigation recommendations.

Specifically, this position supports the application risk assessment, security monitoring and vulnerability management activities of the MNIT DOT Application Operations division to assess and mitigate application security risks as discovered through formal risk assessment or vulnerability management reporting. This position will work directly with the MNIT DOT Teams, MNIT Enterprise Teams, agency employees, and others inside and outside state government to identify, assess and respond to application security gaps.

At this time, this position is eligible to work full-time teleworking, hybrid or full-time in the office depending on the needs of the business unit and with supervisor approval. Telework is a work arrangement that allows an employee to perform work on a scheduled regular, recurring basis at a remote telework location .

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume.

Position requires a minimum of two (2) years of experience providing Information security services in the following areas:

Knowledge and understanding of application security
Experience identifying and analyzing application security vulnerabilities

A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related substitutes for two years of experience, OR related Associate’s substitutes for one year.

**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and a criminal history verification**

It is the policy of the Minnesota IT Services that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components :

SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Employment Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.**

Preferred Qualifications

Technical knowledge of networks, operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems.
Good understanding of operation technology (OT) system risk and mitigations.
Experience supporting or securing operational technology (OT) devices.
Experience supporting information security programs and policies.
Knowledge of best practices for application security.
Experience interpreting application vulnerability information for technical and business audiences.
Experience with completing Application Risk Assessments
Experience with completing System Security Plans
Good technology troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and communication skills (both oral and written).
Strong skills in time management.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals including business and technical stakeholders in a diverse community.
Strong skills in self-motivation, servant leadership, being a team player, developing rapport, networking, resolving conflict and negotiating diplomatically with others.
Strong ability to communicate in an effective and tactful way.
Able to translate technical information into plain language and vice versa.

How To Apply

This vacancy is open for bids and all qualified applicants simultaneously. This vacancy will be filled in accordance with applicable union contract provisions. Current employees of Minnesota IT Services who are currently in an Information Technology Specialist 2 position and who are eligible to bid and apply within the seven (7) day bidding period will be considered prior to filling the position via other means.

Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions (including but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among the three branches of Minnesota State Government, you are highly encouraged to explore these differences. For assistance, please direct questions to your current or anticipated Human Resources office.

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Delva Lilic at delva.lilic@state.mn.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Delva Lilic at delva.lilic@state.mn.us.

To be considered for any Veteran’s Status, you MUST indicate this on your application.

RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV): Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. To qualify, you must meet the following: 1) have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States; 2) have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty or have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty; 3) be a United States citizen or resident alien; and 4) have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001, as shown on your DD-214 form. To be considered under this legislation, you must: 1) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting; 2) meet all of the above RSV criteria; and 3) submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: MNIT.Recruitment@state.mn.us. Failure to submit your DD-214 form will affect your consideration for an interview under this legislation.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if you: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation by the closing date to: MNIT.Recruitment@state.mn.us.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

Public pension plan
Training and professional development
Paid vacation and sick leave
11 paid holidays each year
Paid parental leave
Low-cost medical and dental coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Vision coverage
Wellness programs and resources
Employer paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Health care spending and savings accounts
Dependent care spending account
Tax-deferred compensation
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.

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