Job Posting: Business Continuity Analyst

Department of Technology

JC-536810
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Business Continuity Analyst
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE

$4,935.00 - $8,740.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/6/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Business Continuity, Information Technology Manager I (ITMI), the Information Technology Associate (ITA) will act as the Business Continuity Analyst, performing hands-on execution of Business Impact Analyses (BIAs) and Business Resumption Plans (BRPs) in partnership with program offices; assisting in maintaining Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP) and Technology Recovery Plans (TRP); managing continuity documentation; supporting stakeholder coordination; developing and delivering status presentations; assisting in continuous improvement efforts; and maintaining continuity records and SharePoint content. The ITA serves within the Business Continuity Unit (BCU) of the Departmental Strategic Governance, Risk & Compliance (DSGRC) Branch under Internal IT Services (IITS), which oversees enterprise business continuity activities for the California Department of Technology (CDT). The IT Associate performs a variety of recuring, well-defined IT tasks, following established procedures, templates, and frameworks independently and seeking guidance with non-standard activities.

Telework

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule within California based on departmental policy and operational needs. The telework policy is subject to change depending on business needs, and/or reporting to the work site may be required with minimal notification given.

Visa Sponsorship

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

CA Residency

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.


Work is performed in a standard office environment with controlled lighting and temperature and requires prolonged periods of computer use and participation in meetings. This position may be eligible for CDT’s hybrid telework schedule, subject to operational needs and management discretion, and the incumbent may occasionally be required to report to the worksite with short notice to support business continuity, emergency response, or other time-sensitive activities. The position requires adherence to all applicable CDT and State policies, including those related to telework, information security, confidentiality, and acceptable use of state resources. The incumbent must be able to work under deadlines, handle multiple assignments, and adjust to shifting priorities, and may also be required to complete mandatory business continuity or emergency-management training. Occasional travel within the Sacramento area may be requiredfor meetings, training, or continuity-related activities.



Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-536810
Position #(s):
695-248-1401-049
Working Title:
Business Continuity Analyst
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE
$4,935.00 - $6,614.00 A
$5,424.00 - $7,270.00 B
$5,930.00 - $7,947.00 C
$6,521.00 - $8,740.00 D
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM / DAY
Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

The California Department of Technology (CDT) is the guardian of public data, a leader in information technology (IT) services and solutions and has broad responsibility and authority over all aspects of technology in California state government, including policy formation, interagency coordination, IT project oversight, information security, technology service delivery, and advocacy.

As an industry leader, we are committed to partnering with state and local government and educational entities to deliver digital services, develop innovative and responsive solutions for business needs, and provide quality assurance for state government IT projects and services. Our success and legacy of service is reliant upon our highly talented, dedicated, and diverse workforce, for it is our individual cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities that spark our collaborative strength and innovative approach to serving the State of California.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Department Website: http://cdt.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed state application (STD. 678) – For exam use only.

Please do NOT include your Social Security Number on any of the submitted documents.

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).

You must provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Each individual response must be numbered and include the full text of the numbered items prior to your response.

The SOQ header should include the Job Control #, your name, “Statement of Qualifications” and your response. Resumes, cover letters and other material will not take the place of the required SOQ. Applications without an SOQ will not be considered. Your response to the SOQ should be no more than three (3) pages in length, formatted in 12pt Arial font, and should have a one-inch margin.

The SOQ serves as a key component of the examination and hiring process and will be used to evaluate your qualifications, as well as your written communication skills. The SOQ is considered a writing sample and must clearly reflect your own knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience. While tools such as artificial intelligence (AI) (e.g., ChatGPT), internet resources, or third-party reviewers may assist with research or preparation, by submitting your application you certify that your SOQ is your original work, written in your own words, and accurately represents your background and qualifications. Failure to submit an SOQ that is your own work, including the use of AI-generated or substantially AI-assisted responses that misrepresent your abilities, may result in disqualification from the examination or hiring process. If such misrepresentation is discovered after appointment, it may constitute dishonesty and could result in adverse action, up to and including dismissal from State service.

Question 1: Program Support, Analysis & Documentation

Provide an example where you gathered, analyzed, validated, and documented information to support a program or operational effort. What was your role and how did you identify inconsistencies, address gaps, and communicate your findings?

Question 2: Stakeholder Coordination & Work Management

Describe a situation where you coordinated with multiple stakeholders while balancing competing priorities or deadlines. How did you organize the work, communicate expectations, manage changing priorities, and ensure timely, accurate completion?

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 11/6/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Technology
Human Resources
Attn: Human Resources/Wendy Matthews - RPA 26 - 049/JC - 536810
Selection Services Unit
P.O. Box 1810
Rancho Cordova, CA 95741

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Technology
Drop Off 2nd Floor Security
Human Resources
10860 Gold Center Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Drop Off at 2nd Floor Security – Attn: HR Wendy Matthews – RPA 26-049/JC-536810
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    Required. Please see “Special Requirements” section for further information.

  • Other - If you are using EDUCATION to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, you MUST provide your unofficial transcripts as proof of meeting the education requirements as listed in the Classification Specification (please see the Class Specification located under “Minimum Requirements” on the left - hand side of this job posting). Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide a foreign transcript evaluation. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at  https://www.naces.org. Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File. 
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
  • Knowledge of business continuity, emergency management, disaster recovery, or related operational support functions.
  • Organizational skills and the ability to track tasks, follow instructions, and complete assignments accurately and on time.
  • Ability to research, gather, and summarize information from multiple sources to support continuity and emergency response activities.
  • Written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear notes, summaries, or basic documentation.
  • Experience with working collaboratively with others and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to analyze information, identify inconsistencies, and apply basic problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with standard office software and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint).
  • Ability to change priorities, learn new concepts quickly, and work effectively in a structured environment.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://cdt.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Michelle Duran
(916) 228-6458
Michelle.duran@state.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Melissa Carlin
(916) 460-9867
melissa.carlin@state.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Application Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

 

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State Application (STD. 678) revised 07/2026. The position number and job control number must be identified in the job title line of the STD 678 (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title of the STD 678 if submitting an electronic application through CalCareers Account). The hard copy application MUST be signed. Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.  

 

Note: Applications MUST include the “From” dates and “To” dates, “Hours Per Week”, and “Duties Performed” fields for all jobs listed in the “Employment History” fields and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles). Applications that are submitted blank will be considered incomplete. Reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties will not be accepted. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

 

Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. For all other questions regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer Unit at (866) 844-8671.

The Fine Print

Additional positions may be filled from this recruitment.


If you have questions about the State Hiring Process visit our Career Opportunities webpage at https://cdt.ca.gov/career-opportunities/state-hiring-process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
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