Infrastructure Protection Intelligence Analyst

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

THIS POSITION IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION

An eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

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Description of Job

DIVISION OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

This position is located within the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) is a dynamic and diverse team that is committed to developing, administering and coordinating comprehensive and integrated statewide emergency management and homeland security programs. The Division’s work ensures the safety and security of Colorado and its infrastructure through unity of effort with local, tribal, state, federal, private, and nongovernmental partners.

Our Mission: To lead and support Colorado's effort to prevent, protect, mitigate, respond to and recover from all-hazards events.
Our Vision: A prepared, safe and resilient Colorado!
Our Core Values: Service, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Vision and Excellence.
Our Guiding Principles: Results-Focused, Innovative, Service-Oriented and Employee-Centric.

Our mission is accomplished through a comprehensive and coordinated program of mitigating hazards, preparing for emergencies, preventing terrorist attacks and other criminal activity, coordinating resources for response to a disaster and supporting subsequent recovery efforts. The division also serves as the conduit for state and federal funding to prepare for and recover from all hazard events. The division accomplishes its mission through the following offices:

• Director's Office
• Office of Emergency Management (OEM)
• Office of Grants Management (OGM)
• Office of Security and Prevention (CIAC)
• Office of Public Safety Communications (OPSC).

ABOUT THE WORK UNIT

The Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC) serves as the focal point within the state for receiving, analyzing and sharing threat-related information among private sector, local, tribal, and federal partners. The CIAC includes representatives from various departments and partner agencies that analyze threat information with a focus on protecting civil rights, civil liberties and privacy concerns. The CIAC also provides situational awareness and a common operating picture and coordinated information collection, analysis, and dissemination for the Colorado Department of Public Safety (CDPS).

About the Section:
The infrastructure protection and cyber-security programs promote greater resiliency of government, non-government, and private-sector facilities, systems, assets, and employees through an array of prevention, protection, mitigation, response and recovery strategies designed to deter, delay, detect and defend against human threats and technological hazards, while reducing the impact of natural hazards. The programs also provide a range of technical assistance to enhance their security posture and preparedness against all-hazards. Through the development and maintaining of public-private partnerships and ongoing support of state government agencies, the program aims to expand information sharing opportunities, enhance data collection and threat reporting to produce actionable intelligence, provide training and awareness, and adopt a layered, defense-in-depth strategy to assure the resiliency of Colorado communities and Colorado state government infrastructure. Under the CIAC’s Infrastructure Protection program, The Whole of State initiative for critical infrastructure allows the State of Colorado to actively maintain an inventory of critical infrastructure nodes and facilities in the state, and maintain a database of this inventory that is utilized by numerous emergency management officials during significant emergency events. Cybersecurity analysts support Colorado’s Whole of State cybersecurity effort to make Colorado the most resilient state against cyber-attacks across several areas of focus. Specifically, the Cyber Team works to identify and investigate emergency threats and vulnerabilities to the SLTT, critical infrastructure and private sector communities; provides timely, accurate, and actionable information; supports the sharing of best practices within and between sectors with regards to enhancing cyber protections; and offers technical assistance and coordination support specific to cyber assessment support, incident response support, and cyber program maturity growth.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The Infrastructure Protection Analyst serves as a critical infrastructure specialist within the Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC), Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). The position evaluates, analyzes, and produces intelligence products, both objective and subjective, for the purpose of assessing potential vulnerabilities to Colorado’s critical infrastructure. Utilizing professional judgement and analytical skills, this position communicates with leadership and partners on the research methodology employed and the analysis of the information assessed. This position supports the Whole of State Critical Infrastructure initiative/program and provide finished intelligence to all stakeholders

Responsibilities:
Whole-of-State Critical Infrastructure Assessor Skills and Analysis

• Support physical security site assessments of Colorado’s critical infrastructure (as defined by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for each critical infrastructure sector).
• Implement and perform the tasks of the CIAC Critical Infrastructure Protection Program for gathering and analyzing data, developing reports and disseminating the information to appropriate partners, as assigned.
• Utilizes personal knowledge and skills to gather and analyze information to develop reports that may be disseminated to private, local, state, tribal or federal partners.
• Collaborates with other analysts or investigators, as well as with external partnering agencies.
• Research, implement and share Whole of State initiatives, intelligence, analysis with partners and share program capabilities related to DHSEM.
• Review and analysis of all information gathered from the CIRT tool.
• Compiling information and comparing the potential vulnerability of government building to various threats, natural or human caused; assessing the influence of changes to systems and procedures, as well as surmising the ongoing impact of the changes
• Assessing current literature for information that may indicate a yet-to-be-identified trend of threats to Colorado critical infrastructure.
• Evaluating vulnerabilities to critical infrastructure identified in other states to assist in identifying potential risks that may indicate a concern in Colorado, taking into account the different definitions and analytical processes used when evaluating information from multiple agencies across the country.
• Working knowledge of GIS principles, concepts, and techniques, including spatial data collection, data manipulation, and cartography.
• Perform general geospatial analysis to support project-level decision-making and identify geographic patterns.

Outreach and Training

• Attend and participate in meetings, trainings, exercises, and discussion related to protecting critical infrastructure.
• Engage, contact, and collaborate with CIAC partners on projects that are important to the CIAC’s mission and to assess and protect Colorado’s critical infrastructure.
• Provide formal and informal presentations, training, and technical assistance to state agencies to enhance prevention, protection and mitigation efforts as part of the critical infrastructure program. These activities may include both written and verbal components.
• Determine the appropriate presentation to develop for each agency, taking into consideration the general knowledge and understanding of the audience pertaining to protection of their facilities and establish a working relationship with those entities so as to continually exchange information to develop advanced trainings.
• Schedule presentations and participate in exercises with industry professionals from the various critical infrastructure sectors to support in obtaining appropriate information for analysis as well as future training topics.
• Participate in training and exercises to enhance knowledge, build partnerships, and work towards meeting the goals of the Critical Infrastructure Protection program.

After Hours On-Call / Event and Incident Support/ SEOC Support
Perform the tasks of the CIAC on-call person when assigned the function. This function includes the ability to handle developing critical incidents, receiving tips and leads related to terrorism by phone, email, or website submission, and providing information to partner agencies efficiently and without delay. Additionally, provide support briefings, presentations as needed or requested by stakeholders and/or DHSEM leadership.

May support activation of the State Emergency Operations Center during exercises or actual events, in accordance with the guidelines of the National Incident Management System and the Incident Command System. Performs duties as assigned within the Infrastructure Protection Branch, under the immediate direction of the DHSEM/IP Program Manager and SEOC Manager. Coordinates with emergency support function #2, Communications, to support response efforts following a major disaster, emergency, or extraordinary situation. As part of Connect Colorado, procures skilled technical personnel and equipment from the private sector to support resource requests. Performs other duties as assigned in the SEOC, with previously cleared authority by employees direct chain of command. contributes to improvement planning

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility negotiable.
• A hybrid work model is utilized, requiring in-office attendance a minimum of three (3) days per week.
• Emergency Activation: During State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) activations, the incumbent may be required to report to the SEOC during non-standard hours, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)

Please Note: *Application work history and supplemental questions must clearly articulate relevant professional experience as applicable to the position.*

*If using education to substitute for experience a transcript as described under "Complete Applications" must be submitted at the time of application to meet this qualification.

Experience:

Six (6) years of demonstrated professional experience in intelligence analysis, criminal justice or emergency management field.

OR

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Emergency Management or a closely related field and two (2) years demonstrated professional experience in intelligence analysis, criminal justice or emergency management field.

OR

A master's degree and one (1) year of experience producing high quality written products specifically assessments, strategic and tactical intelligence and briefings.

Preferred qualifications (not required)

• Previous analytical training.
• Previous professional work experience in a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement environment.
• Prior experience in working Emergency Communication Center, Public Safety Entity or equivalent.
• Current Federal security clearance
• Working knowledge of GIS principles, concepts, and techniques, including spatial data collection, data manipulation, and cartography.
• Perform general geospatial analysis to support project-level decision-making and identify geographic patterns.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Requires successful completion of an extensive background investigation including reference checks, a polygraph examination, and fingerprint based criminal background check.
• Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.
• During State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) activations, the incumbent may be required to report to the SEOC during non-standard hours, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
• Position is grant funded until December 2026 with a high probability for renewal once it expires. If selected for this position the incumbent will be required to sign a waiver of retention

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY - RECRUITMENT TIMELINE INFORMATION

• Applications: are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
• Closing Date: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
• Supplemental Question: Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive. Each answer (1-4) should be no longer than two pages.
• Military Veterans: If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 "State of Legal Residence" form.
• Application Tips: For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this video.
• Resumes, Cover Letters or other documents submitted: Will Not be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).
• Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application. Transcripts from educational institutions outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.
• Comparative Analysis:
• May include a skills assessment
• Structured application review by a panel of SMEs
• Tentative in-person interviews : April 20, 2026 to April 27, 2026

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,872.00 - $94,188.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lakewood, CO 80215