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GRC Program Administrator (SPSA, 1)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

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The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students.  To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
Date:  Aug 28, 2026
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID:  58327

Job Requisition ID: 58327 
Opening Date:
Closing Date:
Agency:Department on Aging
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070) 
Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $10,000, Full Range:$10,000 - $12,000
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency


A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application.  Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

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.

Position Overview

We invite motivated professionals to apply and bring their expertise in cybersecurity, IT compliance, and project leadership to our team. Ideal candidates hold a CISSP or similar certification and offer at least four years of experience developing and managing IT compliance programs, conducting IT system audits, applying multiple SDLC methodologies, and leading IT project management efforts. If you’re ready to make an impact and help strengthen our organization’s IT governance and security posture, we’d be excited to consider your application.

Essential Functions

  1. Subject to management approval, designs and implements a comprehensive IT governance, risk, and compliance framework.
  2. Conducts regular IT risk assessments and identifies potential threats and vulnerabilities.
  3. Monitors regulatory developments to ensure the organization's compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
  4. Assesses emerging issues and potential liabilities, the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance of IT systems by conducting regular reviews.
  5. Serves as the Agency Technology Service Requester (ATSR), acting as the agency’s authorized submitter for all requests for information technology products and services.
  6. Collaborates with key stakeholders, including executive management, legal, IT, compliance teams, and the DoIT GRC organization, to communicate GRC objectives, initiatives, and progress.
  7. Performs other duties as required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  1. Requires a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Public Administration, Regulatory Compliance, Finance, or a related field.
  2. Requires prior experience equivalent to four years of progressively responsible administrative experience conducting ITorganizational governance, risk, and compliance in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

  1. Prefers Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification or comparable certification.
  2. Prefers four years of experience developing and overseeing the implementation of IT compliance programs.
  3. Prefers four years of experience conducting IT system auditing.
  4. Prefers four years of experience applying multiple Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies to projects.
  5. Prefers four years of experience conducting IT project management.

Conditions of Employment

  1. Requires ability to pass a criminal background check.
  2. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
  3. Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
  4. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours:  8:30am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday 
Headquarter Location: 1 Natural Resources Wy, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact:  [[recruiterEmail]] 
Email: aging.hr.assist@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-900-0013
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance; Employee Services; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

 

About the Agency
The MISSION of the Illinois Department on Aging is to serve and advocate for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life.
As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental, and vision plans
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Option pre-tax programs – Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits, please follow this link. https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

 

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:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com


Nearest Major Market: Springfield

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