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The State of Wyoming is the 44th American territory inducted into the United States in 1890, just seven days after Idaho. Nicknamed the "Equality State" for its
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Principal Cyber Security Engineer
State of WyomingThe State of Wyoming is the 44th American territory inducted into the United States in 1890, just seven days after Idaho. Nicknamed the "Equality State" for its
Role Description The Principal Cyber Security Engineer is the state's primary technical authority for advanced endpoint defense, Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), overarching cybersecurity architecture, and the resolution of high-complexity security incidents across a unique hybrid ecosystem. This position functions as a senior technical specialist responsible for engineering the enterprise security stack to protect both a progressive Google cloud environment (Google Workspace, GCP) and a robust Windows enterprise infrastructure. The role handles "hard" incidents requiring advanced forensics and malware analysis, developing bespoke Python scripts and API integrations to bridge the gap between Google Workspace/GCP telemetry, CrowdStrike Falcon, and Active Directory. This position ensures a unified, compliant defensive posture, enabling the state to neutralize sophisticated threats across diverse operating environments, and provides strategic architectural guidance for all state agencies. Essential Functions - Architectural Leadership & CISO Advisory: Serves as the state’s lead security architect, defining overarching cybersecurity architecture across all domains, advising the CISO on emerging threats, evaluating enterprise-wide security investments, and setting state-wide technical standards. - Endpoint & Zero Trust Engineering: Leads engineering for CrowdStrike Falcon and enterprise Zero Trust frameworks, architecting conditional access policies that securely bridge Google Environments with Active Directory. - Infrastructure Optimization: Optimizes sensor and log ingestion across Windows servers, cloud-native workloads, and multi-cloud (GCP/Azure/AWS) environments to ensure 100% visibility. - Tier 4 Incident Response: Serves as the final escalation point for the most complex security breaches, performing deep-dive forensics spanning memory analysis on obfuscated Windows malware to anomalous behavioral tracking within Google Workspace audit logs. - Containment & Remediation: Reconstructs attack timelines, identifies persistence, and leads technical containment for state-level crises. - Security Automation: Utilizes Python, PowerShell, and Bash to automate complex security workflows and builds custom API bridges utilizing Google Workspace Admin SDK, GCP Security Command Center, and CrowdStrike APIs to orchestrate automated response actions. - Compliance-as-Code: Designs infrastructure security using IaC (Terraform/Ansible) to ensure all systems meet CJIS, IRS Pub 1075, and NIST 800-53 requirements by default. - Infrastructure Hardening: Implements hardening baselines tailored for both cloud-native workloads and Windows systems based on emerging threat intelligence. - Threat Modeling & Mentorship: Performs proactive threat modeling on new enterprise systems before deployment and provides technical mentorship to CSOC Analysts and junior engineers. Qualifications - Preference may be given to candidates with a proven track record of handling high-stakes breaches and managing enterprise-scale security platforms across hybrid Windows/Cloud environments. - Preference may be given to candidates with verifiable project history in custom security tooling and integration. - Mastery of general cybersecurity architecture, enterprise defense strategies, and unified threat management. - Expert knowledge of the CrowdStrike Falcon platform, Real Time Response (RTR), sensor deployment, Windows kernel hardening, and Active Directory security. - Deep expertise in securing Google Environments (Google Workspace, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) IAM, Security Command Center) and bridging cloud environments with Active Directory. - Expert proficiency in Python and PowerShell for security automation and REST API interaction (especially Google Admin SDK and CrowdStrike APIs). - Advanced knowledge of memory forensics, malware analysis, and cloud telemetry hunting via the MITRE ATT&CK framework. - Working knowledge of applying CJIS, IRS Pub 1075, and NIST 800-53 controls to both cloud and local assets. - Ability to translate complex technical risks into business terms for executive leadership. Requirements - Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Computer Technology). - Experience: 1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Computer Technology) OR 4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Computer Technology) as a substitution. - Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None. Physical Working Conditions - Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc. - Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. Notes - FLSA: Nonexempt. - Successful applicants must pass a comprehensive fingerprint-based background check to comply with CJIS and IRS Pub 1075 access requirements. - Must be available for 24/7 on-call rotation and immediate emergency response during state-level cyber incidents.
Assessment Consultant
State of WyomingThe State of Wyoming is the 44th American territory inducted into the United States in 1890, just seven days after Idaho. Nicknamed the "Equality State" for its
Title: Assessment Consultant 2026-01086 Employer State of Wyoming Salary $76,200.00 Annually Location Cheyenne, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Remote Employment Remote Optional Job Number 2026-01086 Department Department of Education Division Education FLSA Determined by Position Job Classification ETEP10 Job Description: GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position will be responsible for managing logistics of the statewide assessment systems with the goal of ensuring federally-approved assessments that are instructionally supportive and provide relevant, reliable, valid, and timely data. The successful candidate will create and manage timelines, schedule and facilitate statewide committee meetings, and regularly prepare and coordinate documents and communication. Candidates should also have successful experience in leading teams and major initiatives/projects. This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes: - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance - Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays - Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future - Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level. - Develops and implements state-level activities for educational programs. - Monitors programs for compliance with regulations and provide feedback to districts or sub-grantees. - Identifies potential problems and devises solutions. - Disseminates professional trends by presenting information at meetings, workshops, and/or conferences. - Develops strategic planning for cross-agency collaboration and agreements to meet agency objectives and to implement new programs. - Plans and conducts workshops and trainings on state and/or federal programs. - Authority to ensure compliance. - Monitors program budget and appropriateness of expenses to meet project goals. - Determines goals in professional development to ensure all job functions can be met. - Oversees completion of state and federal reporting requirements. - Other duties as assigned. Qualifications PREFERENCES: Preference may be given to candidates with experience in assessment systems, state or federal accountability requirements, and experience analyzing data to support continuous improvement. Strong communication, organization, and program oversight skills are desired. KNOWLEDGE: - Knowledge in process and project management. - Knowledge in strategic planning and performance measures. - Knowledge in policy implications from program evaluation and research findings. - Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to present in front of both large and small groups. - Knowledge of State and Federal laws, especially regarding educational accountability. - Knowledge of data quality control measures. - Knowledge of fiscal planning. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Education) Experience: 1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist. OR Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: - Travel up to 25% of the time - Ability to lift 50 pounds NOTES: - FLSA: Exempt - This position offers full-time telework, with occasional required in-office attendance. - Successful applicants will be required to participate in meetings and events at the Cheyenne Office on a monthly basis. - Successful applicants must reside in Wyoming or maintain a primary residence within a 100-mile radius of Cheyenne for the duration of their employment with the Wyoming Department of Education. - Applicants may be asked to provide transcripts of any relevant coursework at the time of the interview or hire. - Successful candidates must pass a fingerprinting, background, and reference check.
Senior Accountant
State of WyomingThe State of Wyoming is the 44th American territory inducted into the United States in 1890, just seven days after Idaho. Nicknamed the "Equality State" for its
Role Description This position is responsible for managing and reconciling telecommunications accounts payable, processing related expenditures, and assisting with the billing of telecommunications services to Wyoming state agencies. The role ensures compliance with applicable regulations, supports accurate financial reporting, monitors budgets and revenue activity, and communicates financial information to both Financial Services and Telecommunications teams. Additionally, the position provides broader accounting support, including: - Revenue processing - Travel reimbursements - Purchasing card administration - Digital financial records management - Customer service to partner state agencies Qualifications - Preference may be given to applicants with experience in accounts payable and billing. - Preference may be given to applicants with related education and experience. - Intermediate knowledge and demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets. - Ability to establish clear goals and consistently meet deadlines. - Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively. - Ability to respond to inquiries professionally and in a timely manner. - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. - Willingness to engage in continuous learning and professional growth. - Foundational understanding of federal and state government policies and procedures. Requirements - Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance). - 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accountant. - OR 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accountant. - No certificates, licenses, or registrations required. Benefits - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. - Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays. - Retirement - Pension and 457B plans. - Flexible schedules and work-life balance options. - Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities. Company Description The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.