INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY SPECIALIST - FIRE EMERGENCY
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?INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY SPECIALIST - FIRE EMERGENCY
Salary
$119,111.04 - $160,518.72 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
32603A-FRDepartment
FIRE
Opening Date
06/09/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
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FIRE DEPARTMENT
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY
EXAM NUMBER:
32603A-FRAPPLICATION FILING PERIOD:
Applications will be accepted beginning June 10, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. (PT)
This examination will remain open until the needs of the department are met and is subject to close without prior notice.
The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimouslyratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires (https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/bos/supdocs/199375.pdf) , including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.
The County of Los Angeles Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Information Technology Security Specialist vacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster.
Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.
During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.
Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Information Technology Security Specialist.
Out-of-Class: If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity, please provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission date. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirements.
DEFINITION:
This expert-level class acts as lead technical consultant, systems architect, or project manager for a departmental information technology (IT) security program.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this class work under the general direction of a Departmental Information Security Officer II to provide consultative, systems architecture, and project-management expertise in the development, implementation, and monitoring of a departmental IT security program including related policies and procedures. Incumbents carry out highly-complex and -specialized assignments in one or more areas of IT security-related areas including application, network, physical/environmental, server, and workstation security; and security incident response, awareness training, identity and access management, and risk assessment.
These positions require advanced expertise in the denoted functional areas of information systems security, including applicable legislation regarding protection of IT resources; IT risk assessment strategies and methodologies; security issues related to protection of IT resources; information security best practices; security management and practices; computer threats, vulnerabilities and exploits; and Business Continuity Planning (BCP)/Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP). Incumbents must possess the ability to plan and lead highly-complex and mission-critical IT security projects for a large to very large County department. Also required is the ability to perform risk analyses; handle sensitive matters with discretion and maintain confidentiality; and develop and review technical documentation and narrative reports.
Information Technology Security Specialist is distinguished from Information Technology Security Analyst in that the latter performs routine to complex assignments for an IT security program under the general supervision of an IT supervisor or manager.
Essential Job Functions
Leads or has primary responsibility for the development, implementation, and monitoring of departmental IT security policies, standards, procedures and guidelines, in accordance with County policies, standards, procedures and guidelines.
Coordinates and participates in the analysis, design, and implementation of IT security solutions.
Participates in and directs the development, testing, and verification of departmental computer disk images to standardize implementation of security controls.
Assesses performance of applications across all components to identify potential vulnerabilities or threats; directs developers and infrastructure support staff in the planning and implementation of countermeasures.
Ensures that network devices are tested, implemented, and maintained via upgrades, patches, and updates with appropriate security controls such as authentication and configuration.
Documents network data flows and access controls.
Conducts and directs risk assessments for identity and access controls.
Analyzes security hardware and software to determine feasibility of use within the network infrastructure; conducts change control and technical review of proposed changes to IT resources.
Analyzes system outages, alerts, and reports of abnormal system behavior due to suspected security-related events such as viruses, Trojan activity, and hacker intrusions.
Monitors, analyzes and responds to security events using security-event management tools.
Leads and participates in the technical analysis and correlation of security data from computing and network devices to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities or to determine the root cause of a security incident.
Compiles and validates security-related statistical data for management reporting.
Directs the development, implementation and evaluation of a departmental security awareness training program and related materials and the training of departmental staff at all levels on security protocols, policies, and procedures.
Develops compliance strategies for IT security programs; leads the assessment of risks of non-compliance to management policies, procedures, standards and guidelines and reports findings to appropriate management.
Leads and participates in the development and implementation of Business Continuity Plans (BCP)/Disaster Recovery Plans (DRP).
Maintains chain of custody of electronic and or physical evidence related to an IT security incident.
Directs physical security control assessments and the monitoring and assessing of physical safeguards.
May supervise IT staff in the performance of security-related assignments.
May be required to participate in the Countywide Computer Emergency Response Team (CCERT), Departmental Computer Emergency Response Team (DCERT), and Security Engineering Teams (SET).
May be required to represent the department in legal matters related to IT systems security.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
OPTION 1: Graduation from an accredited* college or university with a bachelor's degree** in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related discipline -AND- four (4) years of recent, full-time, highly responsible paid experience managing the security of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, and network protocols for a large IT organization.
OPTION 2:Five (5) years of highly responsible experience in the administration of a minimum of one (1) or more IT security functional areas at the level of Los Angeles County class of Information Technology Security Analyst.***
You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc.
**In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's Degree or higher degree, you MUST attach a legible copy of your "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing (preferred), or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. If you are unable to attach the required documents at the time of filing, you must email to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from the application submission. Please ensure to indicate the examination title and number on the subject of your email. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. Those who achieve a passing score for this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.
APPLICATION & FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.
Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please addErik.Walton@fire.lacounty.gov,Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.govas well asnoreply@governmentjobs.com, andinfo@governmentjobs.comto your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance before the posting closes as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account onwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE:
The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly show that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your actual job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part time). Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for this job. Your application will be rejected if it is incomplete. We may reject your application at any time during the selection process.
AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Any Shift - Appointees must be willing to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for more information: http://lacountylibrary.org
NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The County of Los Angeles Fire Department is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst various groups of people. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices .
Department Contact Name: Fire Examination Section
Department Contact Phone: (213) 466-5500
Department Contact Email: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov
Analyst Contact Phone: (213) 466-5500
Analyst Contact Email: Erik.Walton@fire.lacounty.gov
T eletype Phone: (800) 735-2929
California Relay Services Phone : (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
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This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttp://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
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01Candidate Communication Acknowledgement: Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please addnoreply@governmentjobs.com,info@governmentjobs.comand the domain @fire.lacounty.gov to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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Supplemental Questionnaire Acknowledgement: The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility. CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the application and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
I understand and agree.
03
This position works to support the County's response to the Fire Emergency.
Yes, I understand and am willing to perform all necessary work duties.
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field from an accredited university or collegeandfour (4) years of recent, full-time, highly responsible paid experience managing the security of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, and network protocols for a large IT organization?
In order to receive credit for aBachelor's Degree, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission.Note:Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation agency and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. (See Accreditation Information under Employment Information).
Yes
No
05
If you answered "Yes" to question 4, please provide your experience managing the security of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, and network protocols for a large IT organization:
Payroll Title
Employer
Hours Worked Per Week
Supervisor Name and Phone Number
Dates of EmploymentFrom (mm/dd/yr) to (mm/dd/yr)
Detailed description of your experiencemanaging the security of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, and network protocols for a large IT organization.
If you do not have the experience, please indicate N/A.
06Do you have at least Five (5) years of highly responsible experience in the administration of a minimum of one (1) or more IT security functional areas at the level of Los Angeles County class of Information Technology Security Analyst?
Yes
No
07
If you answered "Yes" to question 6, please provide your experience in the administration of a minimum of one (1) or more IT security functional areas at the level of Los Angeles County class of Information Technology Security Analyst:
Payroll Title
Employer
Hours Worked Per Week
Supervisor Name and Phone Number
Dates of EmploymentFrom (mm/dd/yr) to (mm/dd/yr)
Detailed description of your experience
If you do not have the experience, please indicate N/A.
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County of Los Angeles
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Los Angeles, California, 90010
Website
http://hr.lacounty.gov
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