Introduction
The Division of Labor and Industry is accepting applications from qualified applicants to fill current open positions. All candidates must meet the minimum qualifications during the time of applying. Applicants in pool will remain active for one year and be considered as openings occur.
This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
GRADE
20
LOCATION OF POSITION
1100 N. Eutaw Street, Baltimore , MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
Responsible for ensuring Maryland Unemployment Insurance benefit system (BEACON) is secured at all times both online and off premise infrastructures, weeding through metrics and date to filter out fraudulent activity, and finding and mitigating risk before they can occur. Generating reports and make the necessary changes for a more secure network and may also create training programs and modules to educate employees and users on proper security protocols. This positon is also responsible for setting security roles for internal and external users. Making sure the division is up to date on all security- related information which includes incident response and disaster recovery plans for the benefit system BEACON.
POSITION DUTIES
Daily supervision of lower level staff, conduct security
assessments through vulnerability testing and risk analysis, performs both
internal and external security audits, analyzing security breaches to identify
the root cause, continuously updating the program managers of incidents and
response and disaster recovery, verifying the security of third-party vendors
and collaborating with them to meet security requirements, review security
measures and operate and give suggestions how to upgrade the BEACON systems to
enable security software, test and evaluate new technology that can improve the
benefits system. Analyze IT requirements
and provide objective advice on the use of IT security requirements. gather
feedback from end users to continue to improve systems, design, analyze and
implement efficient IT security systems, monitor program issues or problems,
suggest any possible fix for detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security
standard, develop program “best practices” for IT security. Perform daily test to ensure the system is
working properly. Provide weekly data
reports on the operation of the system.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Eight years of experience supervising staff in a public or private agency related to rendering and/or determining eligibility for a Human Service Program.
Note: Candidates may substitute additional experience in unemployment insurance as defined above for the required education at the rate of one year of experience for one year of education, for up to four years of the required education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the
following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific
information on your application regarding your qualifications.
Experience identifying and mitigating network
vulnerabilities
Experience with of firewalls and other data concepts
MBA in Information Systems, preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
All candidates
are subject to a background check against files maintained by the division of
Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to
LABOR/DUI as a result of an unemployment insurance overpayment and/or fraud.
Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered
employment.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants must
provide sufficient information on the application to show they meet the
qualifications for this recruitment. Resumes are not acceptable and not considered
in the selection process. All information concerning the
qualifications must be submitted and received by the closing date.
Information submitted after this date will not be considered. Applications that
meet minimum and/or selective qualifications will be referred to the hiring
unit for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely
demonstrating the qualifications for interview.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.
U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment ( and may be requested prior to interview ). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veteran's status. If you are unable to apply online. or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may contact Kim Allen-Hubbard at 410-767-8653 or submit via email to kim.allen-hubbard1@maryland.gov or deliver in person.
Please be sure to include your name, identification number ( Easy ID #) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.
Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendum may be mailed to:
MDOL Office of Human Resources
Attention: UI Professional IX ( 21-001158-0002 ) KAH
1100 N. Eutaw Street, Room 101
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
The Maryland State Application can be found online TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of LABOR that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.