Cyber Security Intelligence Analyst

This position is open only to current Colorado state residents.An eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

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 dedicated to non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

At CDPS, our culture is driven by our commitment to creating a safer Colorado and guided by a public service focus. We strive to provide effective solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans. We model a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth for our employees. We maintain a professional and inclusive workplace.

Careers with a purpose:

If you are passionate about public safety and public service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, consider joining CDPS. Our team at CDPS consists of exceptional individuals and is an environment where you can challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career.

We are committed to providing public safety services to our communities including safety on our roads, preparing for and mitigating environmental disasters such as floods and wildland fires, disaster recovery, combating crime, promoting school safety, and victim services.

Classification and Salary:
Analyst III
Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,906 - $6,077/month; $58,872 - $72,924/year
Full Salary Range: $4,906 - $7,849/month; $58,872 - $94,188/year

Benefits:

We provide a wide range of benefits to our employees.

• 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.

• Eligible employees receive Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000. Basic Life and AD&D are provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees.

• The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee’s health and wellness goals. This program offers personalized health coaching, skill groups and more. Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount.

• Through BenefitHub, State of Colorado employees have access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country.

• State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan.

• Eligible employees have access to medical leave under theFamily Medical Leave Act (FMLA)and theState of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).

• Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.

• We offer excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visitColorado PERAfor details.

• We provide generous time off including11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leaveand four annual wellness days.

• 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.

• Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.

• We offerCredit Union of Coloradomembership eligibility.

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visitState of Colorado benefits.

About the Work UnitThe 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 picture and coordinated information collection, analysis, and dissemination for the Colorado Department of Public Safety (CDPS).
Section Description:
The All Threats Intelligence Unit is responsible for the collection, analysis and dissemination of all threat information for the purpose of information sharing on criminal activities and terrorism-related threats affecting Colorado. The Center collaborates with private sector, local, tribal and federal partners to support, prevent, and protect Colorado and its citizens.

The infrastructure protection and cyber-security program promotes greater resiliency of state facilities, systems, assets, and state 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 program also provides a range of technical assistance to state government agencies, private-sector organizations, and non-governmental organizations to enhance their security posture and preparedness against all- hazards. Through the development 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. The Cyber Program Lead Analyst will work within Cyber Security Unit, under direction and supervision from the Critical Infrastructure Protection program (IP).

Work Environment

• Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• A hybrid work model is utilized, requiring in-office attendance a minimum of three (3) days per week and two (2) days remote.

About the JobThe Cyber-Security Intelligence Analyst is responsible for providing cyber intelligence and data analytics. CBI Cyber-Security Unit; the Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC); various infrastructure sectors including energy, water & wastewater, communications, and information technology; and other key stakeholders. The position establishes intelligence collection and production requirements related to cyber-security prevention, protection, and mitigation, and provides real-time response capability during significant cyber-security events. The position may assist with recovery efforts to promote rapid restoration of systems and networks. The position provides a variety of analytical products that enhance education and awareness and provide decision support to DHSEM leadership and other key stakeholders.
This position is responsible for supporting the development of Colorado’s Whole of State Cybersecurity Program, dedicated to empowering Colorado’s communities to become the most resilient state in the U.S. against cyber threats.

As part of the Whole of State’s Cybersecurity Unit, the Analyst will be responsible for providing actionable information to/with federal, State, Local, Tribal, territorial, critical infrastructure and community partners, and technical assistance support and coordination

Key Responsibilities

Cyber Intelligence Investigation & Analysis

• Responsible for ongoing identification, investigation and analysis of cybersecurity threat intelligence from a variety of open source and Classified sources and assisting with investigating suspicious activity reported by partner organizations.

Cyber Outreach and Support

• Develop a cyber outreach program to engage key partners and identify and disseminate cybersecurity best practices to internal and external stakeholders

Fusion Center Support

• Serve as fusion center analyst for cybersecurity which may include giving intelligence briefings, training and presentations. Creating and maintaining an internal and external cybersecurity information sharing architecture.

Cyber Incident Response Support

• Assist with incident response handling (not to include recovery) in coordination with OIT, the Colorado National Guard, MS-ISAC and other federal partners.

State Emergency Operations Center Support

• Support the Fusion Center critical operations, human-caused cyber related events, the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) and activations of the SEOC during exercises or actual events in accordance with the guidelines of the National Incident Management System and the Incident Command System.

Note, to be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration.

Proven Experience, Knowledge, Skills

Six (6) years of demonstrated full-time professional experience in Cybersecurity, researching and analyzing information.

OR Education and Experience, Knowledge, Skills

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in or a closely related field and two (2) yearsdemonstrated professional experience in Cybersecurity, researching and analyzing information.

OR

Master's degree from an accredited institution in or a closely related field and one(1) year demonstrated professional experience in Cybersecurity, researching and analyzing information.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies

• Skills in the use of ArcGIS Pro and Python with basic understanding of Data cleaning processes.

• Experience producing cyber-security intelligence projects and a strong understanding of intelligence reporting standards.

• Prior experience as an intelligence analyst or criminal analyst desired.

• Strong understanding of current cyber-security doctrine, open-source cyber intelligence information and online resources.

• Strong understanding of current national, state, local cyber resources, efforts and participating agencies.

• Familiar with network vulnerability assessments, malware analysis, system defense, and intrusion detection systems.

• Strong, technical understanding of the cyber Threatscape and associated prevention, protection, mitigation, response and recovery activities.

• Understanding of industry-recognized cyber- security tools and techniques for network defense, forensics, penetration testing, and threat mitigation.

• Experience with law enforcement cyber investigations desired, including chain-of- custody.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, a fingerprint based criminal history search, reference check.

• Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application

• Must obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

• Must be certified to administer, view and share Protected Critical Infrastructure Information (PCII) within six (6) months of hire.

• May be on-call status for exigent incidents requiring specialized support.

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.

Disability Accommodation

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure equitable opportunity applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at:cdps_hr@state.co.us.

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.

Recruitment Timeline Information and Important Notices

• Applicationsare considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional informationmay notbe 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.

• Transcripts:An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification. Transcripts from colleges or universities 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.

• 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.

• Resumes, Cover Letters,or other documents submittedwillnotbe 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).

• Notifications:All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be sent via email to theemail address listed on your application. Include your current working email addresson your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

• e-Verify: CDPS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

• Comparative Analysis Stepsmayinclude:

  • Structured application review by a panel of SMEs

  • Written sample of previous work

  • In-person panel Interview