INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

at  State Teachers Retirement System

Job Description and Duties
The CalSTRS Information Security Office Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as an Information Technology Specialist II in the Office of the General Counsel Branch.
The Information Security Office (ISO) is CalSTRS’ authority on information security and cybersecurity matters. The Information Security Office protects CalSTRS data assets from unauthorized access, use, misuse, disclosure, destruction, modification, or disruption. Read about the programs in ISO below.
The Office of the General Counsel is comprised of multiple highly visible and complex business areas: Office of Legal Ethics & Accountability (OLEA), Enterprise Information Management & Legal Operations, Information Security Office, Legal Services, Investment Counsel, and Litigation Services.
Under the direction of the Chief Information Security Officer, the Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) serves as Cloud Security Architect and is a subject matter expert on cybersecurity and managing third-party risk technologies, projects, solutions development, and strategy. The incumbent is responsible for performing a wide variety of tasks requiring regular innovative problem-solving where guidance is not readily available. The incumbent establishes and defines the technical vision and strategy for cloud security, leads and mentors project teams, advises management on cybersecurity strategy and formulates information security policies, standards, procedures, guidelines and technical requirements for systems, networks, architecture, and third-party vendors/service providers to ensure the security, confidentiality, integrity, availability, and privacy of CalSTRS information assets. This position is in the Information Security Engineering and System Engineering, and IT Project Management domains.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING SKILLS:

• Ability to develop roadmaps to guide the transition from the existing technical architecture to the target architecture.
• Experience with identifying security gaps and resolve security risks associated with penetration testing.
• Prior experience developing, formalizing, and maintaining technical documentation/operational guides for cloud security controls.
• Ability to ensure resolutions are clearly documented; communicate resolutions to leadership, staff, and appropriate business area customers.
• Ability to collaborate with technology engineers and staff to design, test, and deploy new cloud security systems, configurations, and solutions to enhance and fortify CalSTRS cloud security posture.
• Experienced with providing expert technical advice for enterprise projects, proposals, business cases and other proposed changes by identifying security risks or issues.
  Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.
  Telework Information: We offer a hybrid approach including in-office and remote work solutions with staff working on-site at our Headquarters in West Sacramento 2-3 days per week.
  Does this opportunity seem right for you? If so, see the Application Instructions section below and apply now.
  You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
  Working Conditions
  All staff of CalSTRS are employees of the State of California and subject to California employment taxes and withholdings. Upon appointment, staff are required to provide a current California address to CalSTRS Human Resources to be used as a remote work location.
  This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment with CalSTRS.
  Job Code #:
  JC-425923
  Position #(s):
  815-106-1414-007
  Working Title:
  Cloud Security Architect
  Classification:

CALSTRS: SECURING THE FINANCIAL FUTURE AND SUSTAINING THE TRUST OF CALIFORNIA’S EDUCATORS

CalSTRS is the largest educator-only pension fund in the world, providing retirement, disability and survivor benefits to California’s more than 1 million public school educators and their families. Named as one of the best places to work in money management eight times by Pensions & Investments magazine, we are a world-class financial services institution with a commitment to sustainability and wellness.
Our two U.S. Green Building LEED Platinum-certified headquarters buildings in West Sacramento, California, feature sustainable construction, abundant natural lighting, an organic garden, sustainable beekeeping and ergonomic functionally designed workspaces. We offer a variety of on-site amenities to our team members, including two full-service cafés, two free fitness centers, a bicycle rental library and a child care center with a covered playground. Team members enjoy walks along the Sacramento River and nearby seasonal farmers markets.
In addition to our state-of-the-art amenities, we offer thriving wellness and sustainability programs, an award-winning employee recognition program, and ongoing training, learning and development opportunities. We offer competitive benefits, flexible work hours and hybrid work options. We are committed to creating a workplace where our team members thrive.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career and are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, expertise and wellness are valued, we encourage you to find out more about our many career options at CalSTRS.com/about-CalSTRS.
Special Requirements

CALSTRS DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS

This position may be subject to disclosure and disqualification requirements concerning economic conflict of interest in government work, including the Conflict of Interest Code that applies to CalSTRS team members and the Political Reform Act, which require disclosure of certain investment information and use of a designated trading platform for securities transactions, as well as filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700).
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: 4/15/2024

Please refer the Job description for details