STUDENT ASSISTANT

About the role

The Information Systems Division's (ISD) mission is to develop, support, and promote the business value of IT through reliable, cost-effective business processes. The Information Security & Privacy Office mission is to provide management and oversight of the CDSS Information Security and Privacy Program ensuring protection of CDSS information assets and compliance with state and federal policies and laws. CDSS Guiding Principles include Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, Belonging, Community Engagement, Empowerment, Quality Services, and Data Defined Outcomes. The role supports the intake, organization, and tracking of Systems Security Plans (SSPs) and related compliance documentation for the Department of Social Services. Work Location: Sacramento County (Hybrid telework).

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming SSP submissions and verify all required documentation is included.
• Organize SSP materials, evidence files, and supporting documentation used by senior staff during assessments.
• Maintain SSP review queues, tracking lists, audit logs, and remediation records.
• Track deadlines for SSP deliverables and follow‑up items using established templates.
• Compile status updates and prepare draft SSP dashboards or summary metrics for internal review.
• Research SSP standards, federal/state guidance updates, and data classification requirements; summarize key changes for senior staff.
• Assist with formatting, proofreading, and editing SSP reports and documentation.
• Participate in SSP training sessions, team meetings, and other learning activities.
• Support senior staff with SSP‑related special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Background investigation clearance required prior to hire.
• Do not include confidential information (SSN, birthday/age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number unless required, basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, marital status) in application documents.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.
• Must complete employment history on the application form (STD 678); inaccurate or incomplete history may lead to disqualification.
• If meeting minimum qualifications with education, include unofficial transcripts; official transcripts may be required at hire.
• Candidates residing outside California must provide proof of California residency prior to appointment.

Pay

Student Assistant classification salary ranges: A: $3,167.00 – $3,480.00; B: $3,389.00 – $3,724.00; C: $3,623.00 – $3,988.00; D: $3,878.00 – $4,268.00. New to State candidates are hired at the minimum of the applicable range.

Skills

• Triage incoming System Security Plan (SSP) submissions and verify required documentation.
• Organize SSP materials, evidence files, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain SSP review queues, tracking lists, audit logs, and remediation records.
• Track deadlines and follow‑up items using established templates.
• Compile status updates and prepare draft SSP dashboards or summary metrics.
• Research SSP standards, federal/state guidance updates, and data classification requirements; summarize key changes.
• Assist with formatting, proofreading, and editing SSP reports and documentation.
• Participate in SSP training sessions, team meetings, and other learning activities.
• Support senior staff with SSP‑related special projects.