Infrastructure Protection GIS Analyst
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Infrastructure Protection GIS Analyst
Salary
$78,828.00 - $106,524.00 Annually
Location
Lakewood, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
RAA DHSEM 091115 022026
Department
Department of Public Safety
Division
Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Opening Date
02/17/2026
Closing Date
2/26/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
Lakewood, CO
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Leticia Tavarez leticia.tavarez@state.co.us 720-471-9883
Salary Note
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This position is open to Colorado state residents only.
This recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months .
This is a Grant Funded position
CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. See ourEEOD Utilization Report (2020) (https://drive.google.com/file/d/11XM6_piWxOnO7rfbG1EDPL2vHeCcVH36/view?usp=sharing)
Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities.
Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado.
Our Core Values - Unity, Honor, Service
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.
The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans!
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Careers with a purpose:
If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join!
We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery.
You'll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!
When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be.
Unmatched Benefits:
We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training, and professional development opportunities!
Did you know that only 15% of employers offer a defined contribution plan? CDPS offers unmatched retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401K and 457 plans.
The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation, sick leave, and wellness days.
Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
Additional benefits we offer include free ECO passes for qualifying State employees within the RTD service area, and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
To learn more about State of Colorado Benefits, please visitState of Colorado Benefits (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)
Description of Job
DIVISION OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
This position is located within the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) is a dynamic and diverse team that is committed to developing, administering and coordinating comprehensive and integrated statewide emergency management and homeland security programs. The Division's work ensures the safety and security of Colorado and its infrastructure through unity of effort with local, tribal, state, federal, private, and nongovernmental partners.
Our Mission:To lead and support Colorado's effort to prevent, protect, mitigate, respond to and recover from all-hazards events.
Our Vision:A prepared, safe and resilient Colorado!
Our Core Values:Service, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Vision and Excellence.
Our Guiding Principles:Results-Focused, Innovative, Service-Oriented and Employee-Centric.
Our mission is accomplished through a comprehensive and coordinated program of mitigating hazards, preparing for emergencies, preventing terrorist attacks and other criminal activity, coordinating resources for response to a disaster and supporting subsequent recovery efforts. The division also serves as the conduit for state and federal funding to prepare for and recover from all hazard events. The division accomplishes its mission through the following offices:
Director's Office
Office of Emergency Management
Office of Grants Management (Formerly Office of Preparedness)
Office of Security and Prevention (CIAC)
Office of Public Safety Communications (OPSC).
ABOUT THE WORK UNIT
The Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC) serves as the focal point within the state for receiving, analyzing and sharing threat-related information among private sector, local, tribal, and federal partners. The CIAC includes representatives from various departments and partner agencies that analyze threat information with a focus on protecting civil rights, civil liberties and privacy concerns. The CIAC also provides situational awareness and a common operating piture and Revised October 2023 Colorado Department of Public Safety 3 coordinated information collection, analysis, and dissemination for the Colorado Department of Public Safety (CDPS).
Infrastructure Protection and Cyber-security Section:
The infrastructure protection and cyber-security programs promote greater resiliency of government, non-government, and private-sector facilities, systems, assets, and employees through an array of prevention, protection, mitigation, response and recovery strategies designed to deter, delay, detect and defend against human threats and technological hazards, while reducing the impact of natural hazards. The programs also provide a range of technical assistance to enhance their security posture and preparedness against all-hazards. Through the development and maintaining of public-private partnerships and ongoing support of state government agencies, the program aims to expand information sharing opportunities, enhance data collection and threat reporting to produce actionable intelligence, provide training and awareness, and adopt a layered, defense-in-depth strategy to assure the resiliency of Colorado communities and Colorado state government infrastructure. Under the CIAC's Infrastructure Protection program, The Whole of State initiative for critical infrastructure allows the State of Colorado to actively maintain an inventory of critical infrastructure nodes and facilities in the state, and maintain a database of this inventory that is utilized by numerous emergency management officials during significant emergency events. Cybersecurity analysts support Colorado's Whole of State cybersecurity effort to make Colorado the most resilient state against cyber-attacks across several areas of focus. Specifically, the Cyber Team works to identify and investigate emergency threats and vulnerabilities to the SLTT, critical infrastructure and private sector communities; provides timely, accurate, and actionable information; supports the sharing of best practices within and between sectors with regards to enhancing cyber protections; and offers technical assistance and coordination support specific to cyber assessment support, incident response support, and cyber program maturity growth.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Infrastructure Protection Analyst serves as a critical infrastructure specialist within the Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC), Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). The position is responsible for providing advanced data management, GIS operations, and real-time analytics support that enhance the State of Colorado's situational awareness and critical infrastructure resilience before, during, and after disasters or major incidents.
The Analyst applies technical tradecraft, analytical judgment, and geospatial expertise to assess and protect the critical infrastructure sectors defined by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The position collects, verifies, and manages data from multiple public and private sources, maintains the integrity of datasets within the Critical Infrastructure Reporting Tool (CIRT) and ESRI ArcGIS platforms, and may perform complex spatial analyses to evaluate vulnerabilities, interdependencies, and potential cascading impacts.
The analyst integrates real-time data streams (e.g., Dataminr alerts, threat reports, and field intelligence) into GIS models and dashboards to support the CIAC's mission of detecting, analyzing, and disseminating information regarding threats to Colorado's infrastructure and lifeline sectors. The position prepares and presents finished intelligence products-both objective and interpretive-to leadership and partners, supporting decision-making, prevention, protection, and mitigation activities statewide.
In addition to technical duties, the Analyst may develop and deliver training and outreach to sector stakeholders on identifying vulnerabilities and implementing protective measures. The position collaborates with private, local, state, tribal, and federal partners to strengthen data-sharing relationships and ensure alignment with the Whole-of-State Critical Infrastructure Protection Program and legislative expectations.
This position provides daily and emergency GIS support to the CIAC Watch Center and Leadership and, as needed, the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC), and may support other CDPS divisions and intergovernmental partners as resources allow. Utilizing professional discretion and creativity within established principles, the Analyst III determines analytical methods, develops visualizations and predictive models, and communicates findings that directly enhance Colorado's Common Operating Picture and statewide readiness.
Responsibilities:
Critical Infrastructure Assessment Support
This position supports physical security site assessments of Colorado's critical infrastructure (as defined by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for each critical infrastructure sector). The position will implement and perform the tasks of the CIAC Whole of State Critical Infrastructure Program for gathering and analyzing data, developing reports and disseminating the information to appropriate partners, as assigned. This position is expected to utilize personal knowledge and skills to gather and analyze information to develop reports that may be disseminated to private, local, state, tribal or federal partners. This includes determining the appropriate information required to assess the threats, risks, or vulnerabilities for each assigned project and creating databases or other processes to support the analytical process for the purpose of developing conclusions on the potential impact of a threat, whether real (unfolding event) or hypothesized. Tasks may involve collaboration with others both internally and externally, to include participation in trainings and exercises, building partnerships, giving verbal briefings or presentations, and creating formal written reports. The formal written reports may be threat, risk, vulnerability or intelligence assessments.
This position uses the Critical Infrastructure Reporting Tool (CIRT), ESRI ArcGIS, and related systems to identify vulnerabilities, interdependencies, and potential cascading effects across lifeline sectors (energy, water, transportation, communications, etc.). Integrates real-time analytics (e.g., Dataminr alerts) to enhance situational awareness and inform CIAC intelligence products. Prepares maps, dashboards, and assessments that directly support leadership decision-making within the Whole-of-State Critical Infrastructure Program.
The position is to be familiar with the principles, policies, concepts and guidance provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to fusion centers and know how to apply them to support the mission of the CIAC, including protecting civil rights and civil liberties of others. This position is trained to access classified (requires a 'Secret' clearance) and unclassified databases to enter data, review existing information, or support analytical investigations involving critical infrastructure. This position will be trained to the CIAC after-hours on-call standards in the event of an emergency or event. This position is not on a schedule for on-call but must be available for call out as needed.
GIS Support and Data Management
The Infrastructure Protection Data Analyst provides dedicated GIS support and data management to the Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC) and, by way, the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM), ensuring that geospatial data and real-time analytics directly enhance statewide readiness, resilience, and operational decision-making. This position performs complex division data-management functions, seeking out and validating potential data and imagery sources, facilitating formal data-sharing agreements, and pre-processing and organizing data for secure deployment to network drives and the GIS cloud for use across the Division and Department. The analyst helps maintain CIAC base maps and builds sustained relationships with internal and external stakeholders for the secure exchange of geospatial resources and data. The position develops and maintains processes that ensure accuracy, consistency, and protection of geospatial data, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term archival preservation.
The analyst participates in the development and maintenance of procedures that guarantee data integrity and the preservation of geospatial and imagery information within DHSEM. This includes performing geospatial recordkeeping and inventory functions, preparing projects and data for archival storage, and ensuring that maps, datasets, and analytic products are retrievable for future reference. The position also facilitates geospatial working groups and project teams to support the Division's mission, assists internal program staff in developing GIS products that enhance situational awareness and contingency planning, and identifies the geo-location of key critical-infrastructure assets across Colorado.
In alignment with project requirements, this position is responsible for the technical aspects of the program, focusing on data management, GIS operations, and real-time analytics monitoring to transform data into actionable insights that drive decision-making and enhance readiness. The analyst collects, verifies, and inputs data from multiple stakeholders into the ESRI ArcGIS platform; maintains data integrity through quality-control processes; manages geospatial databases; and performs spatial analyses on critical infrastructure. The position develops and updates maps, models, and predictive visualizations to support planning and response operations, and monitors Dataminr's real-time alerts for emerging incidents, integrating those data into GIS models to provide continuous situational awareness.
The analyst prepares reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate analytical findings to CIAC leadership, state partners, and external stakeholders. The position collaborates with technology and data partners-including ESRI, Dataminr, and other state and federal GIS entities-to optimize technology integration, share innovations, and ensure the Division's geospatial capabilities meet both operational and grant, if applicable, requirements. The position also provides technical assistance and training to internal users and external stakeholders, as needed, to promote consistent and effective utilization of the CIAC's GIS and data systems.
After Hours On-Call / Event and Incident Support/ SEOC Support
Perform the tasks of the CIAC on-call person when assigned the function. This function includes the ability to handle developing critical incidents, receiving tips and leads related to terrorism by phone, email, or website submission, and providing information to partner agencies efficiently and without delay. Additionally, provide support briefings, presentations as needed or requested by stakeholders and/or DHSEM leadership.
May serve as the on-call infrastructure assistant to support real-time incident and event response operations. Provides rapid analysis of potential impacts to critical infrastructure from natural disasters, cyber events, or intentional acts. Coordinates with CIAC Watch Center analysts, state and local emergency management, and federal partners to assess cascading effects, support situational awareness, and inform protective actions. Develops after-action intelligence summaries and
May support activation of the State Emergency Operations Center during exercises or actual events, in accordance with the guidelines of the National Incident Management System and the Incident Command System. Performs duties as assigned within the Infrastructure Protection Branch, under the immediate direction of the DHSEM/IP Program Manager and SEOC Manager. Coordinates with emergency support function #2, Communications, to support response efforts following a major disaster, emergency, or extraordinary situation. As part of Connect Colorado, procures skilled technical personnel and equipment from the private sector to support resource requests. Performs other duties as assigned in the SEOC, with previously cleared authority by employees direct chain of command. contributes to improvement planning
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility negotiable.
A hybrid work model is utilized, requiring in-office attendance on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, Thursday, and remote possibly available on Friday.
Emergency Activation: During State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) activations, the incumbent may be required to report to the SEOC during non-standard hours, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
To be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria for consideration.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)
Experience Only:
Three (3) years of professional GIS experience providing support and collaborating with other partners in providing geospatial software information. GIS support in complex criminal cases, GIS support in an emergency operations center relating to disaster operations, experience providing GIS support in a fusion center work environment, or experience working and collaborating with local, state and federal partners on Geospatial and digital imagery work products. Intelligence analysis within a public safety, homeland security, or critical infrastructure environment, including critical infrastructure assessment experience and experience working and collaborating with local, state and federal partners.
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Education and Experience:
A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, certification, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years.
Preferred qualifications (not required)
Experience applying the ESRI suite of tools, specifically ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online/Enterprise, for complex spatial modeling, network analysis, and visualization of critical infrastructure interdependencies.
Demonstrated ability to apply advanced analytical tradecraft to:
Identify and map cross-sector interdependencies and cascading effects related to critical lifeline sectors.
Produce finished intelligence products, vulnerability assessments, and strategic advisories that inform policy and operational decisions.
Direct, verifiable experience integrating and monitoring real-time data feeds (e.g., sensor data, field intelligence) into live GIS dashboards and Common Operating Pictures (COP) to support rapid decision-making during incidents.
Demonstrated experience creating and managing geospatial data-sharing agreements, developing quality control (QC) procedures, and ensuring data integrity and security for highly sensitive datasets.
Specific experience or training relating to the 16 critical infrastructure sectors as defined by the U.S. DHS, particularly within lifeline sectors (Energy, Water, Communications, Transportation).
Direct knowledge of or experience working within a Fusion Center or similar intelligence analysis environment, applying the concepts of the intelligence cycle and protecting civil rights/civil liberties in analysis products.
Completed training and/or verified experience applying the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Command System (ICS) in an activated Emergency Operations Center (EOC) environment.
Demonstrated ability to prepare and brief various formal intelligence products (threat, risk, vulnerability assessments) to diverse audiences, ranging from executive leadership to technical stakeholders.
Understanding of privacy, civil rights and liberties
State of Colorado government experience
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Requires successful completion of an extensive background investigation including reference checks, a polygraph examination, and fingerprint based criminal background check.
Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.
During State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) activations, the incumbent may be required to report to the SEOC during non-standard hours, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
This position is grant funded, the incumbent will be required to sign a waiver of retention.
APPEAL RIGHTS
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb . A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.
Supplemental Information
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS ASSISTANCE AND QUESTIONS
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources department at Human Resources at cdps_hr@state.co.us .
EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - RECRUITMENT TIMELINE INFORMATION
Applications: are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional informationmay not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
Closing Date: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Supplemental Question: Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive. Each answer (1-4) should be no longer than two pages.
Military Veterans: If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 "State of Legal Residence" form.
Application Tips: For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view thisvideo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUwZiY6G24U&feature=emb_logo) .
Resumes, Cover Letters or other documents submitted: WillNot be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).
Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application. Transcripts from educational institutions outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.
Comparative Analysis:
May include a skills assessment
Structured application review by a panel of SMEs
Tentative in-person interviews : March 23- March 27
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
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