SENIOR CYBERSECURITY BUSINESS ANALYST

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website . Requisition No: 837385 Agency: Management Services Working Title: SENIOR CYBERSECURITY BUSINESS ANALYST Senior Cybersecurity Business Analyst Florida Digital Service State of Florida Department of Management Services This position is located in Tallahassee, FL The Florida Digital Service was established to propose innovative solutions that securely modernize state government, including technology and information services, to achieve value through digital transformation and interoperability, and to fully support the state’s cloud-first policy. It is also the lead entity responsible for enterprise cybersecurity. Supporting Florida’s enterprise cybersecurity program, the Florida Digital Service (FL[DS]) is recruiting for a highly effective team member to support strategic initiatives for the Office of the State CISO. This team member will work in a fast-paced, high-energy organization serving 35 or more state agencies and local governments across the state of Florida. Position Overview and Responsibilities: This Senior Cybersecurity Business Analyst plays a critical cybersecurity role for the Florida Digital Service. Working for a team led by the Deputy State Chief Information Security Officer, this position will be expected to help lead, develop, and implement critical initiatives to support Florida’s rapidly growing cybersecurity programs and capabilities. Being effective in this role does not require technical or engineering experience but will require regular collaboration with internal and external teams as well as organizations throughout state government on behalf of FL[DS]. The ideal candidate is team-oriented, mission-focused, and eager to support the team’s operations. A core responsibility of this role will: Research, analyze, draft, and implement cybersecurity policies, templates, examples, and work products which support the operations, planning, and public policy, including leadership responsibility for the enterprise. Identify and present process improvements to the Deputy CISO for Strategy, including the need for statutory and regulatory reforms. Anticipate and assist the members of the cybersecurity team with non-routine and unforeseen non-technical needs that arise related to incidents, initiatives, and requests for information. Support operational activities and strategic initiatives by supporting conferences, collecting and compiling information, tracking key data points, and coordinating with multiple organizations and groups. Spearhead initiatives, campaigns, and projects related to cybersecurity. Facilitate across organizations and teams along with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Serve as a coordination point for vendor communication, tracking of deliverables and action items, facilitate meetings and conferences, and serve as an escalation path for unresolved issues. Training - identifies performance gaps and coordinates with the division trainer to ensure training needs are met. Managing Change - initiates change effectively and adapts to necessary changes in operations; motivates employees to have a positive attitude towards operational changes. Actively seeks, develops, and implements action plans to provide value and greater cybersecurity for the Florida Digital Service and the State and Local Governments it serves. Knowledge Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and protocols. Knowledge of common cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies. Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, ISO 27001). Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall). Knowledge of project lifecycle phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Knowledge of vendor management best practices. Knowledge of analysis frameworks and techniques. Knowledge of requirements gathering, process modeling, and business case development. Knowledge of data analytics and business intelligence tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Power BI). Knowledge of statistical analysis and data visualization techniques. Skills Skilled in problem-solving with the ability to analyze complex data and identify trends. Skilled in developing actionable insights and recommendations based on data analysis. Skilled in presenting data and findings in a clear and concise manner. Skilled in verbal and written communication. Skilled in facilitating meetings and conducting stakeholder interviews. Skilled in working with diverse groups of stakeholders, including IT teams, business units, and external vendors. Skilled in systematically managing and organizing information for effective use. Skilled in prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Skilled in the use of office productivity, task tracking, customer relationship, and collaboration software. Abilities Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in dynamic environments. Ability to continuously learn and stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends and technologies. Ability to lead and manage cybersecurity projects from inception to completion. Ability to develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring adherence to them. Ability to manage vendor relationships effectively. Ability to design and develop detailed and accurate reports. Ability to monitor and track the progress of cybersecurity initiatives. Ability to identify potential risks and implement corrective actions as needed. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Ability to understand and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage stakeholder expectations and maintain positive relationships. Ability to make informed decisions based on data analysis and business requirements. Ability to think critically and challenge assumptions. Ability to create comprehensive reports and presentations for various audiences. Other job-related requirements for this position: Criminal background investigation including fingerprinting and statewide and national criminal history records check per Section 110.1127 Florida Statutes, Chapter 435 Florida Statutes, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s CJIS Security Policy CJISD-ITS-DOC-08140-4.5. Our Organization and Mission: Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis, Secretary Pedro Allende and DMS’ Executive Leadership Team, the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer-oriented agency with a broad portfolio that includes the efficient use and management of real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, fleet, and federal property assistance programs used throughout Florida’s state government. It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its motto, “We serve those who serve Florida.” Special Notes: DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following provided email addresses: An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DMS Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) . DMS requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. 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