Senior Systems & Security Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 8) Temporary Appointment OR Job Rotation

Initial Posting Date:

08/22/2025

Application Deadline:

09/07/2025

Agency:

Department of Early Learning and Care

Salary Range:

$7,617.00 - $11,535.00

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Systems & Security Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 8) Temporary Appointment OR Job Rotation

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care is excited to announce a temporary opening for a Senior Systems and Security Compliance Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 8). This position will provide support for servers, apps, and networks while driving cybersecurity readiness. In this role, you will guide admins, manage core systems, and partner with other agencies on security operations and projects. This role combines hands-on problem-solving with strategic decision-making, perfect for someone who thrives on impact and innovation!

This is a temporary appointment scheduled to last until September 4, 2026, however, we will also consider a job rotation for current, regular status employees of the state of Oregon in good standing that are expected to continue through at least September 4, 2026.  Please note, employees who are in trial service are not eligible for a job rotation. In order to be considered for the job rotation option, you must attach approval from your supervisor to your application in the Resume/Cover Letter section.

This position will work a hybrid schedule of working both in the office (Salem) and at an alternate location (home). In office work is anticipated once every other week for team meetings.

Join Our Virtual Informational Session! Have questions about the role or application process? Join us for an Informational Session on September 3rd, from 12:00PM – 12:30PM (PDT). Speak directly with the hiring manager, learn more about the position, and get your questions answered! You're welcome to join the informational session at any time, but we highly recommend joining us right at 12PM. This will help ensure the manager can share all the key details just once and leave plenty of time to answer everyone's questions. We look forward to connecting with you! Save the link below to use on the day of the session and feel free to share it with others who may be interested. [Use this link to attend the meeting on the September 3rd]

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About the Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC):

At DELC, we are dedicated to helping Oregon’s young children and families learn and thrive. As the state agency responsible for early learning programs, child care licensing, and family support services, we play a crucial role in shaping the future of Oregon’s children from birth to kindergarten.

We administer state-funded early learning programs, including home visiting and site-based infant, toddler, and preschool services. We also develop coordinated systems through Early Learning Hubs and collaborate with Child Care Resource and Referral organizations to provide training, coaching, and quality improvement opportunities for early learning providers.

With over 275,000 young children in Oregon, we have a unique opportunity to transform early childhood support systems, creating a brighter future for families across the state. Research shows that investing in early childhood has lifelong benefits, and now is your chance to be part of an agency making a lasting impact for generations to come.

Why Join Our Team? We are passionate about equity in early childhood education. At DELC, we value dedication, integrity, and collective wisdom, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace where all employees can thrive. We challenge ourselves to lead with courage, refine practices, and drive meaningful change for children and families statewide.

Our Commitment to Equity: Equity is at the heart of our mission. We strive to remove barriers, foster inclusiveness, and create meaningful change for underrepresented communities. Our goal is to ensure all DELC employees, child care providers and the children and families we support thrive. If you are ready to make a difference and help shape Oregon’s future, we would love to have you on our team!

What you will do:

This role provides advanced leadership and support for DELC’s technology systems, ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient operations. Responsibilities include administering and monitoring servers, networks, and security systems; providing tier 2/3 technical support; and guiding technology decisions that balance business needs with security and compliance. The position designs and implements local and cloud infrastructure, manages access and authentication, and leads or participates in IT projects, incident response, and disaster recovery planning. In addition, it develops cybersecurity standards, IT operations processes, and long-term system strategies, while collaborating with enterprise partners and agency leadership to align with policy, best practices, and strategic goals.

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What we are looking for (minimum qualifications):

• Seven (7) years of information systems experience in network administration and/or information security; OR
• An Associate's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND 5 years of information systems experience in network administration and/or information security; OR
• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND three (3) years of information systems experience in network administration and/or information security; OR
• Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND one year of information systems experience in network administration and/or information security.

In addition, we are looking for applicants that have the following Desired Attributes (requested skills):

• Expertise and demonstrated experience in network administration, including leadership and planning related to VPN systems, switch configuration, network mapping, active directory, identity & access management, etc.
• Expertise and demonstrated experience in server configuration and administration, including platforms such as Microsoft Windows, Linux, Oracle, and cloud services (SaaS,PaaS).
• Expertise and demonstrated experience in security administration, including coordination and escalation to governing bodies such as EIS Cybersecurity Services (CSS), eDiscovery, monitoring of logs and diagnostic reports, development of policy and procedure, and review of systems to ensure compliance with standards such as statewide security plans and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) guidelines.
• Expertise and demonstrated experience in vendor and relationship management, including contract administration, procurement, Service Level Agreement (SLA) monitoring, etc.
• Expertise and demonstrated experience with complex communication, coordination, and collaboration with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Expertise and demonstrated experience translating an organization's mission, vision, and values into technology systems and in identifying and addressing systemic barriers to equity and inclusion

The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Candidates of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as bilingual/multicultural individuals, are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

The screening of candidates will be based on a review of an attached resume (limit to two pages). While a cover letter is not required, it is highly encouraged. If you submit a cover letter, please tailor it to the position and address your experience with the desired attributes listed above. Candidates whose backgrounds most closely match the desired attributes and experience section as outlined in this announcement will be invited to interview. For helpful tips on putting together your application materials and interviewing, visit our Resources for Job Seekers page.

Additional Information:

This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

This position is subject to both a Child Protective Services and Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) check, including FBI fingerprinting, and will be required to enroll in the Central Background Registry. Both of these checks must be completed and approved prior to starting with the agency. The results can take 1-3 weeks to get back. Adverse background data will be grounds for immediate disqualification. This position will require occasional travel to field offices and for meetings, therefore, a valid driver license and acceptable driving record is required, unless the successful applicant can provide a satisfactory alternate mode of transportation.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources.

The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Department is an E-Verify employer.

The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.

The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.

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Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process. For assistance regarding reasonable accommodation requests, please contact the agency recruitment team at DELC.Jobs@delc.oregon.gov

The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our desired attributes listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.