Information Technology Specialist Information Security Analysts II
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Information Technology Specialist Information Security Analysts II
Salary
$77,622.00 - $97,002.00 Annually
Location
Michigan, MI
Job Type
Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number
2024115112234
Department
Dept of Innovation & Tech
Opening Date
09/04/2025
Closing Date
9/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General
Max Number of Applicants
40
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DEPARTMENT OF INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY CYBER SECURITY
Information Technology Specialist - Information Security Analyst II) (https://secure.neogov.com/v4/ui/examplan/examplandetails/5036297)
Under general supervision of the Cyber Team, the Information Technology Specialist II - (Information Security Analyst II)is responsible for preventing cyber risk by working collaboratively with other security team members. Work involves a wide range of functions designed to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs. The Information Technology Specialist II is an mid- level position that performs a range of professional information technology assignments. Independent judgment and decision making will be critical in carrying out assignments that have significant impact on services or programs. Focusing on the interpretation of best practices to determine appropriate courses of action to maintain business continuity.
Examples of Duties
Learn various monitoring tools and capabilities.
Perform analysis of alerts, logs, security platforms, and systems.
Learn Vulnerability Management and Reporting.
Learn to implement security measures to maintain security posture.
Support incident response and investigations.
Analyze and interpret policies and guidelines.
Review violations of computer security procedures and confab with Cyber Team on user corrective action.
Participate in Cyber Awareness Training.
Monitor current CVE reports to communicate threat levels to Cyber Team.
Monitor web traffic.
Implement security measures.
Maintain security posture.
Evaluate and solve incident response issues.
Analyze and interpret policies and guidelines.
Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs
Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it transmits and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
Review violations of computer security procedures and discusses procedures with violators to ensure violations are not repeated
Monitor use of data files and regulates access to safeguard information in computer files.
Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
Perform risk assessments and executes tests of data processing systems to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
Coordinate implementation of computer system plan with other DoIT personnel, City agencies, and outside vendors.
Train users and promotes security awareness to ensure system security and to improve server and network efficiency.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Assist in the creation of reports and updates on cyber related projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications (required):
Pursuit of security certification(s), Associate's or Bachelor's degree in cyber security, computer science, information systems, programming systems analysis or other related field of study
Completion of coursework from an institution of higher education in cyber security, computer science, information systems, programming systems analysis or other related field of study
Minimum of two (2) years of experience implementing or working with vulnerability management
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.
Qualifications (preferred):
Foundational certifications such as A+, Net+ and Sec+ are preferred.
Familiar with Cloud Security concepts and methodologies.
Understanding of security fundamentals.
Conceptual understanding of security methodologies and challenges.
Experience monitoring and investigating SIEM alerts
Experience remediating alerts using common EDR tools
Experience with Vulnerability Scanners
Skill in following playbooks and SOPs for initial response and remediation
Experience working in a Security Operations Center(SOC) is a plus
PLEASE ATTACH A RESUME & ALL RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION TO YOUR APLICATION.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
NOTE: CJIS -CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION SYSTEMS CLEARANCE REQUIRED
In addition to completing all components of the pre-employment process, all candidates considered for positions in the Department of Innovation and Technology must successfully complete an extensive criminal background check, including a Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprinting).
Supplemental Information
Evaluation Plan
Interview: 70%
Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: PASS/FAIL (30%)
Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
Veteran Points: 0 - 15 points
Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points
LRD: 08/26/2025
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
HEALTH
Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
Dental
Vision
INSURANCE
Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
PAID TIME OFF
Sick Leave
Vacation
Holidays
OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
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Describe in detail how your education and work experience makes you uniquely qualified for this position. This is your opportunity to identify any training programs that you completed; or other distinctive experience and skills that you possess that elevates your candidacy above the other applicants.
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Please indicate your highest level of education completed
High School Diploma/GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD/J.D.
No Education experience
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Please indicate your years of experience in implementing or working with vulnerability management. PLEASE EXPLAIN IN DETAIL
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Please provide degree @type & explanation of coursework from an institution of higher education in cyber security, computer science, information systems, programming systems analysis or other related field of study.
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Employer
City of Detroit
Address
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Website
http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job
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