Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Join the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) and Protect Our Vital Resources as a Information Security  Specialist! The California Natural Resources Agency seeks an Information Technology Specialist I (ITS I).

Are you passionate about information security? The California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Agency Information Security Office. Under the guidance of the Agency Information Security Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting agency information security and privacy programs supporting California’s natural resources and environmental conservation efforts.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your knowledge and skills to an essential state agency protecting California’s natural resources and further your career in information security.

Incumbent must maintain confidentiality regarding all information security items and the participating in any forensics and/or security activities, or any other situations related to IT security issues where discretion is required. Occasional after-hours work scheduled and travel to various offices and locations throughout the State of California may be required. Travel estimated to be 5% or 17 days per year statewide. Under the provisions of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection Standard CIP-004 as part of the Energy Policy of 2005, this position has authorized cyber access to or unescorted physical access around critical cyber assets and is subject to a satisfactory background check prior to appointment and every seven years thereafter.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person drop off.

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the State Application STD 678. rather than attaching a resume to the form, this may be considered incomplete.

• "To" and "From" dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State experience should list the department and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Transcripts

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcript for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts upon appointment. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found  here.

Personal Identifying Information Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/17/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Natural Resources Agency

California Natural Resources Agency

Attn: Classification and Hiring

c/o California Natural Resources Agency 715 P street

Sacramento , CA 95815

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Natural Resources Agency

California Natural Resources Agency

Classification and Hiring

c/o California Natural Resources Agency 715 P street

Sacramento , CA 95815

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Please see Statement of Qualifications Information below.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
CNRA Hiring
(999) 999-9999
cnrapositions@resources.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
(916) 894-9567
Genavina.Mabary@fire.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

If including an SOQ, list questions here. Samples available upon request. The following guidelines will be included unless specified otherwise: Statement of Qualification must be no more than two pages in length, single-spaced, size 12-point Arial font.

Do not include the questions in your response. Applications received without the Supplemental Questionnaire will not be considered. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered in place of responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire. The Supplemental Questionnaire must directly address the scenarios and questions below and will not be considered if the instructions are not followed.

1. Describe your education, working knowledge, and experience related to information security.

2. Describe your experience at performing security analysis, security audits, or security assessments.

3. Describe your experience in participating in the development, implementation, or enforcement of Information Security standards or policies.

*** For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ or a Supplemental Questionnaire, please visit  Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Casual work,

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