The Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Enterprise Services (DES), is Bureau of Information Technology Services, (BITS) is recruiting to fill twopositions in the Information Securities Section (ISS) of the Bureau of Information Technology Services (BITS).

Want to learn more about these positions and what it is like to work for BITS?

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• Tuesday, May 14, 12:00 p.m. CST – https://dhswi.zoomgov.com/j/1614668414
  Dial In: 646 828 7666; Meeting ID: 161 466 8414

Who are we: DHS is one of the largest and most diverse state agencies in Wisconsin, with an annual budget of $15 billion and 6,700 employees. DHS oversees Medicaid, the single largest program in the state budget along with other health and social service programs and is committed to protecting and promoting the health and safety of the people of Wisconsin.

What we offer: Our team strives to hire, develop, and retain a talented workforce representative of the people of Wisconsin we serve. We are searching for people with diverse backgrounds to join our dynamic and team-oriented environment. We promote professional growth and create a healthy work/life balance and inclusive culture. As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with at least a 6.9% employer match in 2024. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirements.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

These positions can work remotely up to 5 days per week but may be required to report to an office location on occasion to complete certain tasks. Positions can be headquartered at our Central Office or any of our regional offices.

The Information Security Section (ISS) serves the department by creating an information security culture and enabling the business. We are metrics minded, employee focused, and view security as a service. ISS is responsible for:

• Identifying and continuously assessing risk.
• Developing institutionalizing, and improving strategies to mitigate risk.
• Limiting the potential effects of information security events.
• The selection, assessment, authorization, and monitoring of security controls while contributing to the overall information security plan.

Both positions will work with other program owners to engage customers and continuously improve the service ISS provides. They serve as advisors to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), their deputies, and other leaders to ensure the department maintains acceptable levels of risk.

Information Security Training & Awareness Program Owner

You will lead efforts to develop and execute the department’s security awareness and training program to create a security-focused culture at DHS integrating security into people, processes, and technology.

Portfolio Management Program Owner

Your primary focus will be to integrate information security into DHS programs and information systems through collaborative customer service. As the team leader of ISS’s security liaison staff, you will assign work requests, monitor for timeliness, and promote collaboration to reduce complexity.

The starting pay is between $50.00 and $58.19 per hour or appointment max at the time of appointment (approximately between $104,000 and $121,000 per year), depending on experience and qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. These positions are classified as IS Technical Services Consultant/Administrators and are in pay schedule and range 07-32. A 12-month probationary period is required.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

DHS strives to hire individuals who demonstrate the ability to communicate and effectively interact with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, and races.

For positions that do allow remote working flexibility, although residency in the State of WI is not required for permanent positions, it is not anticipated that working outside of WI or bordering cities will be allowed as positions may at times need to report to office locations in WI on short notice.

Employees must have access to secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Experience either using project management principles to accomplish an outcome or balancing multiple projects simultaneously to support a program.
• Experience delivering information security program services (e.g., security awareness and training, security project and portfolio management, governance, etc.).
• Experience translating technical IS security information into non-technical information for diverse audiences.
• Experience as an IT program lead (or similar role).

In addition, highly qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience developing technical training (using principles of adult learning or instructional design) or experience designing security processes and procedures that are easy to understand and follow.
• Experience leading the development, maintenance, and improvement of an information security awareness program or project portfolio management program.
• Experience managing projects of various sizes and complexity through the entire project life cycle.
• Demonstrated experience in information security compliance and audit program management/development based on established industry standards (e.g., NIST SP800-53 (Rev 4 or Rev 5), CMS: MARS-E, IRS: Pub 1075, CJIS, etc.).

Your letter of qualifications is limited to two (2) pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

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Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above. Please monitor your email for communications related this position. Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.

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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s affairs, click here.

For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Jennie Hocker in Human Resources at Jennifer.hocker@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

The deadline to apply is May 20th, at 11:59pm.