Information Security Analyst I

The Job The Innovation and Technology Department is seeking motivated professionals who are interested in beginning and developing a career in cybersecurity for the position of Information Security Analyst I (ISA I). As an entry-level member of the Countywide Information Security Program that provides protection, governance, risk, and compliance, the ISA I will assist with monitoring, analyzing, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity events and incidents that may affect County systems, applications, networks, and information assets. The analyst will work collaboratively with experienced cybersecurity team members, County departments with diverse business and regulatory requirements, and various technology teams to identify potential threats, evaluate security concerns and issues, and support efficient and effective response including identifying appropriate mitigation and remediation activities. The position will also assist in addressing enterprise and departmental cybersecurity and or information security needs, including security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability and threat intelligence analysis, security assessments, and operational security support. Through hands-on experience, training, and mentorship, the ISA I will develop the analytical, technical, and critical thinking skills necessary to help protect County information systems and assets to continuously strengthen the County's overall cybersecurity and information security posture. Key responsibilities may include: Assist in monitoring computer networks for security issues and suspicious activities. Assist in incident response and investigate cybersecurity incidents. Assist in response efforts in collaboration with other IT teams, vendors, and cyber security intelligence partners to analyze and mitigate and/or remediate the issue. Educates team members; and recommends security measures including protocols, policies, and standard practices to leadership. Assist in conducting vulnerability assessments with a proactive focus on threat intelligence and the mitigation and prevention of cyberattacks. Collaborate with colleagues for network security design enhancements. Assist in coordinating and facilitating the Countywide Security Awareness Training Program. Assist in coordinating and facilitating the Countywide Phishing Simulation Program. Assist in conducting, coordinating, and facilitating cybersecurity or information security tabletop exercises. Assist in reviews and coordinating of contracts, procurement documents, and software or service licensing agreements to identify and assess cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance risks, and provide recommendations to ensure adherence to organizational security policies and regulatory requirements Participate in on-call rotation and after-hours maintenance as needed. For detailed information, refer to Information Security Analyst I. EXCELLENT BENEFITS To review job-specific benefits, refer to Summary of Benefits (Download PDF reader) and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) (Download PDF reader) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment. Availability: Incumbents may occasionally work evening and weekend hours. Some overtime, on-call, or call back work may be required. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will required work visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. GovernmentJobs.com