Security Analyst II for CalSAWS

Job Description:

Security Analyst II for CalSAWS

Description

Position Description

Do you have a passion for safeguarding critical systems and protecting sensitive information? Are you experienced in access control, cloud security, and IT operations? Would you like to apply your expertise to a statewide technology system serving all 58 California counties? If so, CalSAWS invites you to apply today for the Security Analyst II position!

Position Information

The Security Analyst II will play a key role in supporting the Security and Operations Manager to ensure the security and stability of the CalSAWS system. This position is responsible for:

• Supporting security operations and protecting critical assets and information.
• Coordinating security activities and ensuring compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Contributing to the review of system metrics and operational reporting.
• Assisting in cloud provisioning and access control across AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud environments

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Bring demonstrated experience in IT security, system operations, and access control.
• Have hands-on experience with cloud provisioning in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Be capable of leading projects, taking initiative, and collaborating effectively with leadership.
• Possess knowledge of regulatory and security requirements.
• Demonstrate ability to coordinate security activities and contribute to compliance reporting.
• Bring strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Have prior experience working with state and/or local government systems.

Hybrid and Travel Expectations

CalSAWS supports a hybrid/remote work model, with expectations of onsite work on a regular basis.

All positions may be subject to some short-term travel in order to conduct project business with the State and counties. The CalSAWS project office is currently located in Gold River, CA and is expected to open an office in Norwalk, CA in the near future.

Who is CalSAWS?

The California Statewide Automated Welfare System (CalSAWS) is the largest county-based human services system in the nation. In June 2019, all 58 California counties formed the CalSAWS Consortium as a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) to govern system operations and represent the collective interests of every county.

As of October 2023, CalSAWS successfully unified all counties into a single statewide system. CalSAWS is now in its Maintenance and Operations (M&O) phase, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient system functionality for millions of Californians. The organization is currently transitioning vendor contracts in phases, with infrastructure services completed in July 2025 and Maintenance and Enhancements (M&E) services scheduled to conclude by January 2026.
CalSAWS plays a vital role in enabling counties to deliver essential services effectively and securely, making this position a critical opportunity to contribute to California’s statewide public service mission.

Examples of Duties

Link to full job description: https://www.calsaws.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CIT-0100-25-Security-Analyst-II.pdf

Typical Qualifications

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline and three (3) years of recent, highly responsible experience in supporting the security of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, and network protocols in a large information technology organization

-OR Two (2) years of experience administering an IT security program at the level of a Departmental Information Security Officer I

-OR Five (5) years of recent, progressively responsible experience in implementing information systems or managing/assisting in the management of an information technology organization, three (3) years of which must have been leading an IT-related security and/or privacy program on a full-time basis.

Supplemental Information

BENEFITS and SALARY INFORMATION:

SALARY: $8,560.62 - $ 11,851.18 depending on experience

For information on benefits through RGS employment - https://rgsjpa.org/rgs-employees-assigned-to-calsaws/

EMPLOYMENT: For candidates employed with a county in California who are not able to support a staff member on the CalSAWS project, the CalSAWS Consortium contracts with Regional Government Services (RGS) to provide staff for the consortium. Hires from this recruitment and selection process are expected to work for the CalSAWS Consortium through the contract with Regional Government Services (RGS), who provides staff for the consortium.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Ready to take the next step? Email Careers@CalSAWS.org to join CalSAWS as Security and Operations Manager and be part of shaping the future of statewide technology and security!

Application Deadline - Extended to October 15, 2025

To apply email Careers@CalSAWS.org and attach your resume.

All submissions will be reviewed by CalSAWS, with interviews scheduled for the most qualified candidates.

For questions contact - Jennifer Smith at SmithJA@CalSAWS.org

CalSAWS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$102,727.44 - $142,214.16 Annually