Cybersecurity Planner (Program Analyst 3)

Initial Posting Date:

05/02/2025

Application Deadline:

05/18/2025

Agency:

Oregon Department of Emergency Management

Salary Range:

$5,838 - $8,966

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Cybersecurity Planner (Program Analyst 3)

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) is excited to announce an opening for a Cybersecurity Planner (Program Analyst 3) to develop, exercise, and revise plans, procedures, and programs that improve the capability of state and local governments to effectively prevent, protect, respond to and recover from a wide range human-caused and technological hazards.

This position assists and coordinates the actions of cybersecurity planning with local jurisdictions, state agencies, federal agencies and local experts in the emergency management field regarding cybersecurity planning, training and exercise programs. This position guides and collaborates with state Oregon Emergency Response System (OERS) Council representatives, local emergency managers, elected officials, and responders to establish program guidelines, administrative rules, and structure for the state Prevention and Protection Planning Program Plan in alignment with the Homeland Security Strategy and Statewide Cybersecurity Plan.

This is a limited duration position that is funded through October 31, 2027 and may be extended depending on funding. Limited duration positions are benefits eligible.

Here are some of the supporting duties:

• Serve as planner in establishing agency plans and supporting procedures and policies related to the implementation of plans, having a broad and strategic impact on the state and multiple regional areas.
• Coordinate solutions to planning-related issues and resolve planning conflicts that involve state and federal government staff, other state agencies, interest groups and the public.
• Manage a variety of projects as assigned; develop scope of work for various levels of plans, projects and guidance documents.
• Write and maintain cybersecurity and other prevention and protection plans.
• Establish program guidelines, administrative rules, and structure for the state Prevention and Protection Program Plan.
• Give technical planning advice to local jurisdictions and executive managers on the options for cybersecurity planning, policies and planning programs.
• Write and monitor grant applications, review grant eligibility, and approve and submit reports on the State Local Cybersecurity Program and other prevention and protection grant programs.
• For a complete position description, please click here.

The Benefits of joining Our Team

It is the mission of Oregon Emergency Management (OEM) to lead collaborative state-wide efforts, inclusive of all partners and the communities we serve, to ensure capability to get help in an emergency and to protect, mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies or disasters regardless of cause. To learn more about our team and the work we do, please visit Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) website.

We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking.

Employee benefits include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• 8 hours of vacation leave earned per month.
• 8 hours of sick leave earned per month.
• 24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year.
• Pension and retirement programs.
• Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.

What do you need to qualify? Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to Emergency Management, community focused preparedness, or related field AND

Four years’ experience coordinating or administering a program
 

OR;
 

Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience coordinating or administering a program related to Emergency Management, community focused preparedness, or related field.

What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):             

• Demonstrated understanding and application of NIMS, ICS and emergency planning principles, preferably in homeland security and/or cybersecurity
• Experience building relationships and communicating with multiple levels of government and/or Tribal partners on complex programs
• Experience in project and program management, preferably in Planning, Training, and/or Exercise programs
• Experience working with State and/or Federal Grants
• Cybersecurity Risk Management Certificate or other equivalent cybersecurity planning program

Additional information:

• The salary listed is the non- Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) qualifying salary. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary will reflect the 6.95% increase.
• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
• OEM does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Justice Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. OEM will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
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• This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union (AFSCME).
• Employees of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management are subject to recall at any time. During an emergency this position may be required to work long hours without normal days off within the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC), Recovery Coordination Center (RCC) or in the field supporting emergency response activities.  To support development and enhancements of State ECC/RCC capabilities and responsibilities all staff may be re-directed from day-to-day duties to support planning, training, and exercise activities as needed.

How to Apply:

• Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application for the position. Please ensure the work history and education section is complete and attach a current copy of your resume.
• If you are a current state of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday account.
• Failure to attach a resume will result in disqualification of your application.
• If you have questions about the recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact the recruiter, Carol Mueller at carol.j.mueller@oem.oregon.gov.

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Veteran's Preference:

The OEM provides veterans’ preference points to all eligible veterans. For privacy reasons, please do not attach veterans’ preference documents when initially applying. You will be sent a Workday “Task” to complete once you have submitted your application.  The “Task” will prompt you to provide the appropriate documentation for your Veterans’ Preference point selection. For more information, please go here: https://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Pages/Veterans.aspx.

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