9-1-1 Cybersecurity Specialist

Job Posting Title

9-1-1 Cybersecurity Specialist

Agency

309 DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Supervisory Organization

ODEMHS

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

September 19, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Salary up to $62,500.00 annually based on experience and education.

Job Description

Come join the exciting world of emergency management!  Do you have a desire and a passion to serve the citizens of Oklahoma?  Come join our team and help your fellow Oklahomans.  The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM) prepares for, responds to, recovers from, and mitigates against disasters and emergencies.  Our agency operates the State Emergency Operations Center which serves as a command center for reporting emergencies and coordinating state response activities.

The 9-1-1 Agency is seeking a full time 9-1-1 Cybersecurity Specialist providing support to the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management Team.   The annual salary for this position is up to $62,500.00 based on education and experience.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Technology Coordinator, the 9-1-1 Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of Next Generation 911 (NG911) systems. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity measures to protect emergency communication systems from cyber threats. The specialist will work collaboratively with stakeholders, conduct risk assessments, serve as a subject expert on security incidents and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Typical Functions

• Conducts cybersecurity assessments and provide detailed reports.

• Ensures PSAPs have access to available grant programs designed to replace equipment and/or software.

• Develops and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies to PSAPs prior to connecting to the

• NG911 Core Services.

• Provides statewide trainings on cybersecurity.

• Attends and participate in committee meetings relating to cybersecurity.

• Assists in the development of the Oklahoma NG9-1-1 Strategic Plan as it relates to cybersecurity.

• Provides verbal and written status reports as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of 4 years of experience in Cybersecurity,

Information Technology, Computer Science, OR a combination practical experience in Cybersecurity,

Information Technology, Computer Science, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Preferences

• National Emergency Number Association’s Emergency Number Professional Certification

• Cybersecurity certification by a national recognized organization

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Knowledge of analog and digital telecommunications.

• Knowledge of computer systems; of various types of equipment used in information systems.

• Knowledge of TCP/IP networking including the hardware and software utilized for VoIP

communications.

• Knowledge of 9-1-1 technologies need to deliver a call from the caller to the 911 center.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to mild noise level. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computer and telephone. Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

Special Requirements

Must be able and willing to perform all job-related travel in-state and out-of-state when necessary, including overnight travel. Percentage of travel time: 25%.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Any qualified applicant with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits his/her ability to participate in the application process and desires a reasonable accommodation, must notify HR@oem.ok.gov of the need for an accommodation, identify the impairment, and identify the requested accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.