Computer Security Specialist (51112)

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

Experience with IT security processes policies and procedures.

Ability to understand technical requirements related to operating systems networks applications and identity management software.

Preferred :

Thorough understanding of identity management user provisioning managed access and issues surrounding authentication and authorization.

Working knowledge of enterprise architecture principles including role-based access management including database structure directory structure and application management.

Understanding of security methods and technical elements to protect data. Knowledge of Federal and State standards relating to security.

Meet minimum qualifications :

Bachelors degree in computer science or related field.

Two years of directly related experience in computer support including identity management and user provisioning experience.

Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

Cover Letter

Resume

References

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1 2026.

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at .

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Technology Services Division in Helena.

DPHHS Network Security Unit (NSU) utilizes various identity and access management tools to provision users for our Departments various systems. NSU supports over 10000 users and approximately 180 different applications.

This Computer Security Specialist position in NSU is directly responsible for keeping systems safe and ensuring employees and non-employees have the necessary computer access to effectively execute their duties. The position researches and validates access requests while weighing the business needs of the organization and ensuring proper security controls are followed and that the access granted is appropriate for the job being performed. This position helps train other staff and writes procedural documentation including system access templates. The position supports external and internal audit efforts develops and tests identity and access management tools and records accurate user account information. This position reports to the NSU supervisor and does not supervise other staff.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health safety well-being and empower independence. By joining our department you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montanas comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage retirement plans paid vacation sick leave and holidays work / life balance and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) addition DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

CCTV,Low Voltage,Network Management,IDS,Computer Networking,Field Service,ICD Coding,Military Experience,Security,Security System Experience,Information Security,Troubleshooting

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1