Job Description

Requisition No: 875003 

Agency: Military Affairs

Working Title: Lead Information Security Analyst - 62100059

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 62100059 

Salary: Up to $32 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 05/13/2026 

Total Compensation Estimator 

FLORIDA STATE GUARD

*** OPEN COMPETITIVE***

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11:59 p.m. on closing date

VACANCY # 62100059

WORK LOCATION: Tallahassee, Florida

ABOUT THE FLORIDA STATE GUARD (FSG)

The Florida State Guard serves Florida as a cornerstone of statewide crisis and emergency response. The mission of the Florida State Guard is to protect and preserve the life and property of the people of Florida from all threats to public safety through rapid deployment of ground, maritime, and air capabilities in partnership with state and local agencies. The Florida State Guard is a Division of the Florida Department of Military Affairs.

OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Training Opportunities
• For benefit information available to State of Florida employees, go to 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. New employees of the Florida State Guard will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and level II background check
2. New employees of the Florida State Guard are required to participate in a direct deposit/electronic transfer program.
3. Florida State Guard OPS positions are paid on a biweekly basis.
4. As a CANDIDATE, you may be required to provide documentation (i.e., High School Diploma or Equivalency, College Transcripts, ETC.) to verify meeting these Minimum Qualifications.

*NOTE*

To be considered for this position, application must be fully completed, your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process and clearly stated within the employment history.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• At least three (3) years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or related IT roles
• Hands-on experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR), SIEM, and device management tools
• Familiarity with tools such as SentinelOne, ReliaQuest GreyMatter, Tanium, and Microsoft Intune, or similar.
• Strong understanding of incident response processes and security best practices

• A valid Florida driver's license is required.
• This position may require some overnight travel on an as-needed basis. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CISSP, or GIAC certifications
• Bachelor’s degree in IT or Cybersecurity

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the lead responder for cybersecurity incidents, including investigation, containment, remediation, and post-incident analysis
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts across endpoint and network environments
• Collaborate with the IT Director to develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures
• Administer and optimize security tools, including SentinelOne, ReliaQuest GreyMatter, Tanium, and Microsoft Intune
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation efforts with IT staff
• Support endpoint protection, device management, and access control initiatives
• Assist in security awareness efforts and promote best practices across the organization
• Maintain documentation related to incidents, processes, and security controls
• Participate in audits, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives as needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards
• Knowledge of risk management, compliance, and regulatory requirements (e.g., CJIS, HIPAA where applicable)
• Knowledge of current cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack methodologies (MITRE ATT&CK)
• Knowledge of network security concepts, identity and access management, and system hardening
• Knowledge of security tools, including SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and cloud security platforms
• Skilled in security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response
• Skilled in analyzing logs and identifying indicators of compromise
• Skilled in the use and administration of security tools (e.g., Tanium, Sentinel One, EDR solutions)
• Skilled in conducting vulnerability assessments and risk analyses
• Skilled in developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and standards
• Skilled in documenting incidents, findings, and remediation actions
• Ability to lead and coordinate cybersecurity incident response efforts
• Ability to serve as a senior escalation point for complex security issues
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions under pressure
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Ability to translate technical risks into actionable recommendations for leadership
• Ability to continuously assess and improve organizational security posture

SPECIAL REMINDERS:

The State of Florida and the Florida State Guard participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires that all employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of any person hired to work in the United States.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website:

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

The Florida State Guard values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

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