Systems operations specialist information services specialist

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Date: Oct 16, 2025

Location:

Springfield, IL, US, 62702-5170

Job Requisition ID: 50884

Job Requisition ID: 50884

Posting Date: 10/17/2025

Closing Date: 10/30/2025

Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology

Class Title: INFORMATION SERV SPECIALIST I - 21161

Skill Option: System Services- Information Technology- UMP Credential

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,637/Monthly; Full Range: $5,637 - $8,026/Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Sangamon

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME

Merit Comp Code: None

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Proof of educational coursework is required. Acceptable proof of coursework includes unofficial transcripts, copies of official transcripts, account records (including screenshots) of academic coursework, and any similar documents created by an academic institution.

Why Work for Illinois?

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No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as an Identity & Access Systems Operations Specialist I for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) performing professional assignments of a limited scope and assisting in operation of assigned systems to prevent methods of gaining unauthorized access to state agencies' computer systems. In this role you will assist in assessing DoIT and other state agencies' identity and access management systems and procedures as well as monitor systems for operational and security issues. In addition, you will assist in investigations of a limited nature of alleged computer security incidents and keep abreast of new developments in the Information Technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
  
  

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link:

Essential Functions

• Under immediate supervision, serves as an Identity & Access Systems Operations Specialist I, completing professional assignments of a limited scope for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT)
• Assists in operation of assigned systems to prevent methods of gaining unauthorized access to state agencies' computer systems
• Assists in assessing DoIT and other state agencies' identity and access management systems and procedures
• Monitors systems for operational and security issues
• Assists in investigations of a limited nature of alleged computer security incidents
• Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college with course work in computer science or directly related fields.
  
  

OR

• Requires satisfactory completion of an agency sponsored training program.
  
  

Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program shall have the stated requirements of this classification waived by successful completion of specific proficiency tests and training programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of setting up users, groups, and permissions, handling authentication processes, and integrating these systems into an organization’s IT infrastructure using Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Azure Active Directory, and Okta.
• Working knowledge of securing user access and resources utilizing network access, identity, and access management processes.
• Working knowledge of user authentication, role-based access control, Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
• Working knowledge using diagnostic tools (such as system monitoring tools, SPLUNK, or event logs) to identify problems or failures in systems, networks, or applications, and the ability to analyze the data provided to fix issues.
• Working knowledge of identifying and mitigating different types of identity attacks such as social engineering, password spray, dictionary, and pass the hash.
• Working knowledge of NIST Special Publications 800-63 for digital identity management, particularly the secure management of authentication, authorization, and identity proofing processes for individuals and organizations, ensuring compliance and best practices for secure identity management.
  
  

Conditions of Employment

NOTE : Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
• Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires ability to work outside of normal business hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires the ability to serve in an on-call capacity.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to job duties.
• Requires ability to use agency-supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, and any other required equipment or devices.
• Requires ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. This is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
  
  

The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM

Work Location: 120 W Jefferson St Springfield, IL 62702-5170

Agency Contact: Tristan Molumby

Email: [email protected]

Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.

To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

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Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

The Main Form Of Communication Will Be Through Email. Please Check Your “junk Mail”, “spam”, Or “other” Folder For Communication(s) Regarding Any Submitted Application(s). You May Receive Emails From The Following Addresses

• [email protected]
• [email protected]
  
  

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.