Vulnerability Information Technology Apprentice/Infrastructure Specialist Associate

About Us:

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) takes great pride in its work to support the priorities of the DeWine-Tressel administration to ease access for those doing business with the state, secure state data and technology resources, and create efficiencies for our state government partners while keeping costs in check.

DAS is the engine of state government, providing innovative solutions and supporting the efficient operation of state agencies, boards, and commissions. DAS program areas serve our Ohio government customers, who in turn directly serve the interests of Ohioans. We help procure goods and services, deliver information technology and mail, recruit and train personnel, promote equal access to the state workforce, lease and manage office space, process payroll, print publications, and perform a variety of other services.

The Office of Information Security and Privacy supports the productivity, innovation, and organizational objectives of the state in providing secure services to the people of Ohio. We provide technology, policies, standards, architecture, information, and solutions to enhance the privacy and security of Ohio's data and systems. 

What you'll do:

Under direction of Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Office of Information Security & Privacy management: 

• Conducting vulnerability assessments: Support the team in performing vulnerability assessments on systems, applications, & networks. This includes identifying & documenting potential security weaknesses & suggesting remediation measures.

• Assisting with security tool administration: Support the administration & maintenance of security tools, such as firewalls, antivirus software, & intrusion detection systems. This could involve assisting with tool configuration, monitoring, & troubleshooting.

• Providing general technical support: Assist with general technical support for cybersecurity related issues. This may involve helping users with basic troubleshooting, answering security related inquiries, & escalating complex issues to senior team members.

   

   

Under direction of Management Staff:

• Learn & work under the guidance of more experienced professionals. Job duties will involve supporting them in various tasks while gaining hands-on experience & knowledge in the field of cybersecurity.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Apprentice: 1 course or 2 months experience in Information Systems/Information Technology, or a related field including but not limited to: Software Engineering/Development, Data Analytics/Business Intelligence, Database Administration, Network,
IT Security and Help Desk/Customer Support

Associate: 18 months combined work exp. &/or trg. In any combination of the following: installing, monitoring/maintaining, 
configuring, upgrading, &/or administering/operating a single technology domain. 
-Or successful completion of IT Apprenticeship program at designated agency.
-Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems

Knowledge of:

• Networks workstations, printers, & related devices.
• Hardware/software & networked/client applications.
• Computer science.
• Human relations.
   

Skill in:

• Operation of a personal computer & peripherals.

Abilities:

• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, & initiate solutions.
• Interpret extensive variety of technical material in books, journals, & manuals.
• Apply principles to solve practical, everyday problems.

• Handle inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public.

   

  
   

• When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the qualifications outlined on this job posting. 
• All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application.

• If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email the Human Resources contact on this posting so arrangements can be made

   

   

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.