IT Security Specialist

IT Security Specialist - ) Required The first review of applications will be on December 26th, 2025. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website: Resume - Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position. Cover Letter Three Professional References When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The Judicial Branch is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. An employee new to the Judicial Branch will serve a one-year probationary period. The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check. About the Judicial Branch The Montana Judicial Branch offers a variety of opportunities to help you make a difference in your community, and further your career. As a service-oriented employer, we seek employees with a passion for customer service to help us fulfill our mission to provide an independent, accessible, responsive, impartial, and timely forum to resolve disputes; to preserve the rule of law; and to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of the United States and Montana. Benefits Work/life balance Family friendly policies Dedicated and caring colleagues Health coverage Retirement plans Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year) Opportunities and room for professional growth Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF This position is in Helena, MT. Helena exists as a crossroads between past and present, tame and untamed, mountainous wilderness and hometown warmth. A place where you can hike miles without seeing a soul, stroll through our charming downtown, and enjoy breweries with breathtaking views—all in the same day. From the early roots of Blackfeet, Salish, Crow and Bannock tribes who found this land abundant with bison and natural resources - to the four lucky prospectors who, in their last efforts, struck gold in 1864 - Helena is a place rich with history, beauty, and life. Learn more by visiting Job Overview The nature of this job may require long work hours. A criminal background check is required for the successful applicant. An employee new to the Judicial Branch will serve a one-year probationary period. This position works under the direction of the IT Division Director and Supreme Court Administrator. The Information Technology Security Supervisor oversees IT security activities associated with the confidentiality, integrity, and business information in compliance with the Montana Supreme Court policies and procedures. Serves as the Security Analyst to oversee implementation of security regulations, monitors and ensures organizational compliance with State laws, regulations, and standards. Works with the IT Division Director and Court Administrator to prioritize security initiatives, coordinate security administration, and plan and implement strategic initiatives. Job Duties Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed. Develops, maintains, and assists in the implementation of the Montana Supreme Court Security policies and procedures; security awareness and training plan; overall security infrastructure; risk assessment and monitoring; vulnerability and threat detection. Works with IT system owners, data custodians and IT governance groups to provide a well-coordinated information security environment. Develops and implements an incident reporting and response system to address security events and incidents. Serves as principal point of contact and coordinates the handling of IT security events that are declared IT security incidents. Responds to security requests, problem reports, questions, and incident reports; recommends or takes corrective action and follows-up on corrective actions to ensure that threats and vulnerabilities are addressed. Performs regular assessments of compliance. In coordination with the IT Division Director and Court Administrator, plans strategies to mitigate vulnerabilities through technical controls including patch management, web defend and other methods as appropriate. Makes recommendations and provides consulting services on the development of procurement instruments and the routine procurement of information security products and/or services Reviews, evaluates, and recommends hardware, software, and other information technology related procurement requests for consistency with policy and best practices, technical feasibility, potential to enhance operation efficiencies, and the ability to provide secure services. Maintains current knowledge of the latest security and privacy legislation, regulations, advisories, alerts, vulnerabilities, and associated IT security risks pertaining to the Court and its mission. Skills Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors) Expertise of IT security policies, procedures, techniques, and systems. Extensive knowledge of the National Institute of Standard and Technology (NIST) security standards and publications. Working experience and knowledge of the concepts, theories, practices and procedures of large, complex computer information environments and workstations. In depth knowledge of software interrelationships between applications and databases. In depth knowledge of and experience with networking and security firewalls administration. Experience working on current computer operating systems and vulnerabilities. Prefer working experience of state government computer security laws and requirements and knowledge of statewide IT organization, policies, standards and procedures. Working Conditions Work is normally performed primarily in an office setting. Physical Demands Work is essentially sedentary with occasional walking, standing, bending, and carrying items under 25 pounds. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience) Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, abilities and skills listed above. Examples of acceptable qualifications are: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical training, and a minimum of one (1) year of related work experience. Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire. Salary $31.81 - 31.81 Hourly Telework Eligibility Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan Job Details Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time Job Type: Standard Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes, 5% of the Time Primary Location: Helena Agency: Judicial Branch Union 000 - None Posting Date: Dec 5, 2025, 6:25:36 PM Closing Date: Dec 27, 2025, 6:59:00 AM Required Application Materials Cover Letter, Resume Contact Name: Mandi EdlinEmail: Phone: 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 agency's 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr