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Essential Functions
Under administrative direction, serves as a Security Intelligence
Analyst II for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT),
performing complex professional and advisory functions in System
Services for the Cyber Intelligence Unit, including collaborating with
the Security Operations Center to respond to advanced threats and
cybersecurity incidents impacting the State of Illinois agencies.
Performs security validation to identify methods of gaining access to
state agencies' computer systems by using common tools and techniques.
Identifies and assesses DoIT and other state agencies' computer system
vulnerabilities and develops and recommends measures to safeguard
systems before and after they are compromised.
Monitors network traffic by utilizing intrusion detection devices and
other technologies to provide management with reports and system studies
of operation, including performing security monitoring to confirm
security practices and controls in place are being followed and are
effective.
Participates in investigations of alleged computer security incidents
and handles electronic evidence.
Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by
continuing education through online training platforms, meetings,
training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity
with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and
procedures.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably
within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to
completion of four (4) years of college with course work in computer
science or directly related fields.
Requires three (3) years of professional experience in systems services,
information security, cyber security, or a related Information
Technology field.
