Working Title: Information Security Engineer
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 4
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
Job ID : 92107
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes #LI-Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 02/11/2026
Closing Date : 02/20/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services
Division/Unit : Enterprise Security Office
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $37.07 - $61.14 / hourly; $77,402 - $127,660 / annually
Job Class Option : Information Security
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Professional Employees (MAPE)
End Date : Up to two (2) years
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
Re-Posting : Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position will be part of the Enterprise Security team, which embeds security protection statewide.
The Information Security Engineer (ISE) will work closely with application and cloud platform teams to provide security consulting and support while championing security initiatives on behalf of the MNIT Enterprise Security Office (ESO).
Key responsibilities include:
Recommend security controls, policies, and best practices to mitigate identified vulnerabilities.
Develop, maintain, and update system security plans (SSP's) and related documentation to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Conduct risk assessments, document findings, and track remediation efforts through completion.
Serve as a security advocate, promoting secure coding, configuration management, and best practices across Salesforce applications and integrations.
Assist in incident response, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring activities.
Support audits, compliance reviews, and security assessments as required.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 444 Lafayette Rd, Saint Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location. Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis. Employees will be required to meet current telework eligibility requirements.
This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; it is anticipated to last two (2) years.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :
Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of information security or related engineering experience.
Experience must include:
Conducting risk assessments, vulnerability testing, and security reviews of applications and infrastructure.
Working knowledge of cloud-based CRM platforms such as Salesforce and Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Demonstrable experience supporting enterprise IT or security operations in a shared responsibility model across agencies or departments.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.
Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong understanding of secure software development practices.
Knowledgeable of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001).
Security and/or platform-related certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, and Salesforce Certified Administrator.
Strongly Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with CRM security tools such as Salesforce Shield, Microsoft 365 Security and Compliance Center, and Cloud Guard.
Experience with cloud-based CRM API security (OAuth, SAML, JWT).
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
CJIS Background Check
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. Minnesota IT Services is not able to complete Form I-983 or any other form that requires that the employer certifying to using E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
