SYSTEMS ANALYST - CYBERSECURITY

SYSTEMS ANALYST - CYBERSECURITY

 Salary $10,484.93 - $12,140.27 Monthly Location Torrance, CA Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 26033461 Department

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Opening Date 03/10/2026 Closing Date Continuous

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The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants andmunity members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to yourmunity, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today. The City of Torrance is recruiting for a Systems Analyst - Cybersecurity to be part of the Information Technology Team! The Department The Information Technology Department is responsible for the administration of the City's information andmunications systems and infrastructure. Services include the planning, procurement, delivery, maintenance and training which support the business functions of City departments through technology. The Information Technology department's responsibilities includeputer hardware systems, data and telm infrastructure, data management, information security, radio and wirelessmunications, software and applications, telephone and voice systems. The Position The Systems Analyst - Cybersecurity performs advanced duties in the design, implementation, and support of the City's information andmunication technologies. The position serves as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity, providing technical leadership, systems integration expertise, and operational guidance. Responsibilities include conductingplex systems analysis, developing technology solutions, ensuringpliance with security and regulatory requirements, and optimizing business processes across City departments. The Systems Analyst - Cybersecurity leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the City's cybersecurity program, including incident response, vulnerability management, and security awareness training; monitors, analyzes, and responds to cybersecurity events using SIEM, IDS/IPS, and other advanced security monitoring tools; develops, implements, and enforces cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures to ensurepliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., CJIS, HIPAA, NIST, CCPA); conducts risk assessments, penetration testing, and security audits of enterprise systems, networks, and cloud environments; oversees incident response activities, including forensic investigations, containment, eradication, and recovery efforts, while preparing after-action reports; provides technical leadership and mentorship to junior analysts and IT staff in cybersecurity best practices; and performs related duties as required. For more information about the duties of the position, click here.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Education and Experience Anybination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field; and five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in information technology, including areas such as systems analysis, applications and database support, infrastructure management, cybersecurity, or data analytics; or an equivalentbination of training and experience. At least one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience is highly desired. License and/or Certificates Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license. Certifications in one or more cybersecurity domains including areas such as governance and risk management, security operations, incident response and forensics, penetration testing, cloud security, network and infrastructure security, andpliance with government and regulatory requirements are highly desired. Ideal Candidate Successful candidates will possess the following: Advanced expertise in cybersecurity operations and architecture, including incident response, vulnerability management, threat monitoring, and security program development inplex enterprise environments; Demonstrated experience implementing and managing security technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response (EDR), identity and access management (IAM), and multi-factor authentication systems; Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory requirements, including standards such as NIST, CJIS, HIPAA, and state privacy regulations (e.g., CCPA), with experience ensuring organizationalpliance; Proven ability to conduct risk assessments, security audits, and penetration testing, and to develop remediation strategies that strengthen organizational resilience. Experience leadingplex cybersecurity projects and initiatives, including planning, implementation, system integration, and cross-departmental coordination. Ability to translate business and operational needs into secure technical solutions, while advising leadership on cybersecurity risks, priorities, and mitigation strategies. Strong leadership, supervision, andmunication skills, with the ability to mentor staff, manage priorities and budgets, present technical concepts to non-technical audiences, and serve as a trusted advisor to executive and departmental leadership.

HOW TO & EXAM PROCESS

Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. The application filing period opens Tuesday, March 10, 2026. First review of applications will be those received by Thursday, March 26, 2026. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time. Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the testing process, which will consist of the followingponents:

Oral Interview:

Weighted 100% (Tentatively scheduled for April 10, 2026) Department Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of April 27, 2026. The tentative test dates will be based on a sufficient number of qualified applications received by the first review date. If a sufficient number of applications are not received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the test date may change to a later date. The Systems Analyst - Cybersecurity will be required to assist various City Departments as determined by operational needs, including the Police Department. In accordance with the California Law Enforcement Telmunications System (CLETS) Policies, Practices, and Procedures, Section 1.9.2, candidates who receive a conditional job offer for this position will be subject to a state and federal fingerprint-based criminal offender record information search. This will include both a Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint-based criminal offender record information search. Assignment to the Police Department will occur within the first three months of hire.

SPECIAL NOTES

Visit TorranceCA.Gov to find out more information about ourmunity. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). If you have a disability for which you require an amodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 before the test date. As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. City of Torrance Inclusion Statement The City of Torrance is a weing and culturally-richmunity. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact. The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that wees and celebrates the diversity of our employees! Employer City of Torrance Address 3231 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, California, 90503 Phone 310-618-2915 Website TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs