Title: VCIN Systems Analyst DSP03615
State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist II
Hiring Range: Negotiable and commensurate with experience
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Department of State Police
Location: North Chesterfield, Virginia
Agency Website: vsp.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E
Job Duties
About the Position:
The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire a Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) Systems Analyst in our Criminal Justice Information Services Division at our Administrative Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The successful candidate will perform Information Technology (IT) security audits to ensure Agency compliance with Virginia Information Technology Agency (VITA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy requirements, and IT security industry best practices; perform data and record audits within automated systems to ensure agency compliance with FBI and VCIN policy requirements and actions ensure the integrity of National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/VCIN system and system requirements in the administration of the Virginia Criminal Network System and its interface with the NCIC, National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (NLETS), and National Data Exchange (NDEx); ensure integrity of NCIC/VCIN system and system requirements; design, write and enters program on key code configurations, formats screens, programs new terminals with levels of authorization and programs to protect security and integrity of computer systems/applications; and develop and maintain documentation for security measures including Security Policy, Risk Assessment for VCIN system, Access Policy and Procedures, Disaster Recovery Plan, System Backup, Restore Plan, Contingency Plan, and the VCIN Operating Manual.
About the Agency:
We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the VSP family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with VSP!
VSP embraces inclusion and diversity in our workforce and in the protection of all people. We embrace our tradition of professionalism and excellence, and we are excited for our future as we continue our journey to become a best-in-class state government agency. We are firmly committed to our family-like culture and are seeking to expand our team.
Minimum Qualifications
Working knowledge of information technology security standards; of internal controls related to data and record security as applied to automated systems; and of computer operating systems and various computer platforms. Skill in operating computers and using Microsoft Office applications and using network security or virtual private network (VPN) management software. Demonstrated ability to compare system data for compliance with rules and regulations; to ensure compliance with Information Technology Security Standards; to create technical training curriculum; to analyze technical problems and provide solutions; to design, write and enter programs on key code configurations, format screens, and program new computer terminals; to write vendor specifications; to conduct security risk assessment; to work independently and as a member of a team; and to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English with individuals inside and outside of the organization.
Additional Considerations
•Previous experience in the fields of Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, or related field with coursework in Information Systems Security is preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. The anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.
Applications, cover letters and/or resumes shall only be accepted on-line through the PageUp recruitment management system at https://jobs.virginia.gov and must be received by 11:55 P. M. on March 19, 2025. Please limit resumes to four pages and cover letters to one page. Any additional attachments received in excess of this will not be considered.
PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt of your application, resume and/or cover letter submitted successfully. Please refer to your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. For questions, please contact the Employment Unit of the Human Resources Division at civilianemployment@vsp.virginia.gov.
The Department of State Police is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is to extend employment opportunities to qualified individuals on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
(V)alor (S)ervice (P)ride
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.