• Job Description

  Req#: 5239085
  Salary : $97,356.00 - $130,992.00 Annually
  Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
  Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
  Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
  Job Number: 2026-0020-01402
  Department: Liquor and Cannabis Board
  Division: Information Technology Services
  Opening Date: 02/17/2026
  
  Description
  WSLCB Vision
  Safe communities for Washington State.
  
  Mission
  Promote public safety, public health, and trust through fair administration, education, and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws.
  This recruitment is open until filled. First review of applications will be February 27th, please submit an application on or before February 26th The hiring authority reserves the right and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision at any time. We encourage all to apply as early as possible.
  This position is currently eligible to telework. This position is expected to work in the office up to 2 days a week, there is some flexibility with this requirement.
  Who we are
  The mission of the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is to promote public safety, public health, and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws. We search for people who demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellence in customer service, partnering and teamwork, and quality performance.
  
  We want to create a culture that fosters excellence in customer service, open and honest communication, transparency and accountability, data driven decisions, and business-initiated process improvement.
  Our commitment to DEIB
  
  The WSLCB strives to promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)in all aspects of our work. This includes a commitment to our workforce and external stakeholders. It is our mission to build, educate, and inspire an inclusive environment that recognizes, respects, and celebrates diversity in the workplace and in the community we serve. We are committed to maintaining a thriving culture where employees and those we serve feel safe and accepted regardless of education, background, or beliefs. As a WSLCB team member, you will have opportunity to join statewide business resource groups (BRGs) such as, Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network, , , , , and ; ; and .
  WSLCB provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including:
  
  • A comprehensive package (but not limited to Medical/Dental/Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance etc.)
  • Paid Vacation, Leave
  • Waiver (in courses at state universities/colleges on a space availability basis - all or a portion of the tuition/fees may be waived for state employees)
  • Tuition reimbursement (courses taken with prior approval in order to further employee's career development with the WSLCB)
  • Training and career development programs (including online courses and LinkedIn Learning)
  • A healthy work/life balance (this may include flexible/alternative work schedules and telework/remote work opportunities, when possible)
  • - confidential program created to promote the health, safety and well-being of public service employees
  • Generous wellness program (we offer reimbursements for certain fitness related activities)
  • Onsite exercise facility (for employees working at WSLCB Headquarter Building in Olympia)
  • Infants at Work Program to promote parent and infant bonding, parental well-being and healthy infant development. Depending on your job duties, work location and supervisor approval, eligible employees who are new mothers, fathers or legal guardians can bring their infant (six weeks to six months) when they return to work
  • Free parking
  
  Your opportunity at a glance
  The WSLCB Information Technology Services Division is announcing an exciting opportunity for an IT Security Analyst (IT Security - Senior/Specialist) position inOlympia, WA. This position reports directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in the WSLCB's Information Technology Services Division. The position serves and complements the WSLCB's mission and goals by managing a security program that establishes standards and practices impacting statewide staff, a dynamic regulatory structure, and applications that collect and disperse revenue for the state. You will serve as the highest-level authority in IT security, data privacy, continuity of operations (COOP) and disaster recovery (DR) for the WSLCB.
  If you have an interest in efficiently and effectively building, securing, testing, maintaining, and improving security and DR/COOP solutions within infrastructure, applications, and databases that support the agency's mission, goals, and purpose as well as collaborating with cross-agency, cross-divisional, and cross-disciplinary teams to identify and implement improvements to our security architecture and drive accountability for secure technical standards down to every level within the agency and division, we encourage you to apply to be a part of the WSLCB team!
  
  Duties
  
  Some of the duties you will perform are:
  
  
  • Lead Vulnerability and Threat Management strategic planning and roadmap development for agency-wide cybersecurity initiatives.
  • Conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments across enterprise applications, hardware, network infrastructure, cloud services, and critical systems to ensure compliance with agency security policies, Washington State standards, and applicable regulatory frameworks.
  • Lead vulnerability remediation and risk mitigation efforts by collaborating with infrastructure teams, application development groups, cloud operations, and business unit stakeholders to implement effective and sustainable corrective actions.
  • Lead threat management efforts by correlating security telemetry, threat intelligence, and environmental context to identify emerging attack patterns, assess risk exposure, and prioritize response actions.
  • Detect and respond to advanced cybersecurity threats through real-time monitoring, behavioral analysis, and automated alerting to rapidly contain incidents and minimize operational impact.
  • Conduct proactive threat hunting and in-depth log analysis using available tools to identify indicators of compromise, anomalous behavior, lateral movement attempts, and potential vulnerabilities within the agency's environment prior to incident escalation.
  • Serve as a senior incident responder, performing forensic investigation, evidence preservation, root cause analysis, comprehensive documentation, and coordination of remediation efforts with impacted teams.
  • Lead comprehensive internal security risk assessments to identify, evaluate, and mitigate technology-related risks affecting agency systems, data, and operations.
  • Conduct quantitative and qualitative risk analyses to support data-driven decision-making by IT leadership and executive management.
  • Lead formal Security Design Reviews in collaboration with enterprise architects, development teams, and cybersecurity staff to ensure new systems, applications, and infrastructure align with Agency and WaTech enterprise security architecture standards, policy requirements, and secure design principles throughout planning, development, and implementation phases.
  • Manage the tracking, coordination, and remediation of security audit findings resulting from external assessments, compliance reviews, and regulatory examinations.
  • Lead agency-wide Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) initiatives, providing senior-level technical expertise to strengthen cybersecurity oversight, accountability, and risk management practices across the organization.
  • Drive the development and refinement of cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring they remain aligned with Washington State requirements, evolving threat landscapes, and operational realities.
  
  Qualifications
  
  Required Qualifications:
  Experience for required qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment and educational experience. See below for how you may qualify.
  
  Option 1:
  Seven (7) years of professional experience in one or more of the following IT disciplines: IT security, firewall administration, vulnerability management, penetration testing, server administration, network administration, or systems analysis.
  AND
  At least 1 year experience in at least two of the following: Security Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Firewall Management, Intrusion Detection/Prevention, Security Reviews, Threat hunting, or IT Project Management.
  
  AND
  
  At least 2 years of working knowledge of MS Sentinel(SEIM), BlueVoyant (MDR), Microsoft Defender for endpoint, Securin ASM and Risksense, CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, CompTIA Security+, CC or similar.
  
  AND
  Familiarity with Washington State Security Policies, NIST Framework, CJIS, and other regulatory frameworks relevant to Cybersecurity within the agency.
  
  Option 2:
  
  An Associate's degree in an IT program or closely related field.
  
  AND
  
  Five (5) years of professional experience in one or more of the following IT disciplines: IT security, firewall administration, vulnerability management, penetration testing, server administration, network administration, or systems analysis.
  
  AND
  At least 1 year experience in at least two of the following: Security Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Firewall Management, Intrusion Detection/Prevention, Security Reviews, Threat hunting, or IT Project Management.
  
  AND
  
  At least 2 years of working knowledge of MS Sentinel(SEIM), BlueVoyant (MDR), Microsoft Defender for endpoint, Securin ASM and Risksense, CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, CompTIA Security+, CC or similar.
  
  AND
  Familiarity with Washington State Security Policies, NIST Framework, CJIS, and other regulatory frameworks relevant to Cybersecurity within the agency.
  
  Option 3:
  
  A Bachelor's degree or above in an IT program or closely related field.
  
  AND
  
  Three (3) years of professional experience in one or more of the following IT disciplines: IT security, firewall administration, vulnerability management, penetration testing, server administration, network administration, or systems analysis.
  
  AND
  At least 1 year experience in at least two of the following: Security Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Firewall Management, Intrusion Detection/Prevention, Security Reviews, Threat hunting, or IT Project Management.
  
  AND
  
  At least 2 years of working knowledge of MS Sentinel(SEIM), BlueVoyant (MDR), Microsoft Defender for endpoint, Securin ASM and Risksense, CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, CompTIA Security+, CC or similar.
  
  AND
  Familiarity with Washington State Security Policies, NIST Framework, CJIS, and other regulatory frameworks relevant to Cybersecurity within the agency.
  ALSO
  The following professional IT certifications can substitute 1 year of experience for each certificate:
  CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, CompTIA Security+, CC or similar.
  Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
  
  • CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certification.
  • Working level knowledge of Cloud, MS Azure, and Google.
  • Experience with Security Tools not listed above (e.g., Splunk, CrowdStrike, Tenable, Qualys, Palo Alto, Fortinet)
  
  
  If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. At the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
  
  Supplemental Information
  HOW TO APPLY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY TO ENSURE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED THE REQUIRED MATERIALS TO BE CONSIDERED.
  
  IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position, you MUST include the following, failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified:
  
  1. Completed online application.
  2. Current Resume.
  3. Letter of Interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for the position.
  4. Three professional references to include a current or recent supervisor with email addresses and phone numbers.
  ** A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.The information provided in your application and supplemental questionnaire must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.
  
  Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
  OtherApplicants for employment with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board should also be aware of RCW 66.08.080, which states in part: "No employee of the board shall have any interest, directly or indirectly, in the manufacture of liquor sold under this title, or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of liquor, other than the salary or wages payable to him in respect of his office or position, and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with such business.
  
  RCW 69.50.351, no member of the state liquor and cannabis board and no employee of the state liquor and cannabis board shall have any interest, directly or indirectly, in the producing, processing, or sale of cannabis, useable cannabis, or cannabis-infused products, or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of cannabis, useable cannabis, or cannabis-infused products other than the salary or wages payable to him or her in respect of his or her office or position, and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with the business.
  
  The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from job seekers with diverse backgrounds. Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment.
  
  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. You are welcome to include your name and gender pronouns in your application, to ensure we address you appropriately throughout the application process.
  
  For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email or call (360) 664.1720For TTY service, please call the at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
  More than Just a Paycheck!
  Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
  
  We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
  
  Read about our benefits:
  The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
  
  Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
  
  Insurance Benefits
  Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
  
  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
  
  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
  
  Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
  
  Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
  
  The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
  
  Retirement and Deferred Compensation
  State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
  
  Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
  
  Social Security
  All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
  
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  
  Holidays
  Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
  
  Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
  
  Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
  
  Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
  
  Sick Leave
  Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
  
  Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  Vacation (Annual Leave)
  Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
  
  Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
  
  Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
  
  Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
  
  Military Leave
  Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
  
  Bereavement Leave
  Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
  
  Additional Leave
  Leave Sharing
  
  Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  Leave Without Pay
  
  Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
  
  Updated 01-07-2026
  01
  
  Which of the following best describes your highest level of education with a major study in Computer Science or other technology related field?
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or higher
  • None of the above statements apply
  
  02
  
  Please list your degree(s) and major(s) of study.
  03
  
  Which of the following statement best describes your total number of years of experience in Information Technology?
  • I have at least 1 year of experience
  • I have at least 2 years of experience
  • I have at least 3 years of experience
  • I have at least 4 years of experience
  • I have at least 5 years of experience
  • I have at least 6 years of experience
  • I have at least 7 years of experience
  • I have at least 8 years of experience
  • None of the above statements apply
  
  04
  
  Which of the following statement best describes your professional experience in an IT Security related field within a large organization with over 300 users and demonstrated understanding of current IT Security practices and tools.?
  • I have at least 1 year of experience
  • I have at least 2 years of experience
  • I have at least 3 years of experience
  • I have at least 4 years of experience
  • None of the above statements apply
  
  05
  
  In support of the questions 3 and 4 above, describe your experience as it relates to this position. Be specific as to name(s), date(s) of employment, titles/roles, and specific duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A. "See Resume" will be considered an incomplete answer.
  06
  
  Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status or F1 OPT etc.)? WSLCB is not an E-Verify agency.
  • Yes
  • No
  
  07
  
  This position is currently a hybrid position; you will be able to telework and are required to work in the office at least 1 to 2 days per week or more as needed. This may change based on business needs. Are you willing to comply with this expectation?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  08
  
  Do you have an Industry Standard Information Systems Security Certification (e.g., Security+).
  • Yes
  • No
  
  09
  
  SELECT ALL THAT APPLY: I have knowledge and demonstrated experience in the following:
  • Progressive professional experience independently and proactively managing IT security policy development, analysis and implementation.
  • Professional experience independently and proactively planning and administering IT security operations.
  • Professional experience researching and applying complex data privacy principles.
  • Progressive experience facilitating disaster recovery planning or services.
  • Working level knowledge of Infrastructure-as-a-Service for both government and commercial cloud computing service.
  • Working level knowledge of Platform-as-a-Service cloud computing services.
  • Working level knowledge of identity management solutions.
  • Working level technical knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies.
  • None of the above statements apply.
  
  10
  
  SELECT ALL THAT APPLY:
  • I have working level knowledge of Salesforce
  • I have working level knowledge of M365
  • I have working level knowledge of MS Azure
  • I have working level knowledge of Amazon Web Services
  • I have working level knowledge of Microsoft Server Operating Systems in an Active Directory domain using Microsoft Windows Server 2012 or newer
  • I have working level knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMWare, Hyper-V, Citrix, etc.)
  • None of the above statements apply
  
  11
  
  Do you have a CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certification?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  12
  
  Are you a current WLSCB employee?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  13
  
  How did you learn about this job posting?
  • Careers.wa.gov
  • WSLCB website
  • WorkSource
  • indeed
  • Monster.com
  • Handshake
  • GovernmentJobs.com
  • LinkedIn
  • Referred by a WSLCB employee
  • Veterans related job board
  • Family Member or friend.
  
  14
  
  If you selected "Referred by a WSLCB employee", please list the name of the employee. If this does not apply, type N/A.
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