Innovation Fellow (Business Analysis Cybersecurity)

The Innovation Team is housed within the Business Innovation & Technology department. We work to build a culture of innovation by championing new and inventive ways of serving internal and external customers, rewarding employee-led discovery and inventive actions, and encouraging thoughtful risk-taking. Our goal is to transform the way the government operates by supporting and leading business process and technology improvements.

About the Fellowship Program

The Jefferson County Innovation Fellowship is a 1-2-year program that equips aspiring innovators with the skills to transform government services through new technologies and solutions. It is a full-time role with limited medical benefits that can act as a launch pad for a career in civic innovation and technology.

In addition to the work you’ll do, you’ll get to know other fellows through a variety of projects, networking, and social events. Learn more at http://www.jeffco.us/innovation.

About the Position

In this position, one would support countywide efforts to conduct business impact analyses (BIA) in order to bolster technological resilience and begin county preparation for post-quantum cryptography (PQC) cybersecurity risks.

Reporting to the Information Security Manager and working closely with members of the Business Analysis, Systems, and Information Security teams, the fellow will help design, pilot, and scale a Business Impact Analysis methodology across Jefferson County departments. By conducting this BIA, the Fellow will help gather an inventory of legacy systems and potential technical debt relevant to long-term PQC readiness.

This role is a good fit for someone who has interest in technical cybersecurity as well as experience and demonstrable soft skills necessary for business communications. The Fellow will not be responsible for implementing cryptographic solutions or performing deep technical security engineering. Instead, they will focus on gathering data through interview about how the county uses technology, identifying dependencies and risks, and translating that into clear documentation and strategic recommendations.

Professional Development

The Jefferson County Innovation Fellowship program is designed to provide talented individuals with an opportunity to gain practical and diverse real-world experience in government innovation. Fellows will learn about the inner workings of county government and make a difference in the community through meaningful projects. Fellows will interact with senior leaders, attend high-level meetings, and will be exposed to the responsibilities and challenges of multiple departments.

Additionally, Fellows can expect:

• a stipend for job-related trainings, conferences, or certifications

• mentorship and coaching

• expert-led educational discussions

• training on process and technology improvement tools and techniques

• opportunities to interact with senior leaders and attend high-level meetings

SCHEDULE:

This position operates on our four-day work week (Monday-Thursday); however, with approval from the supervisor, employees are allowed to work a five-day work week if preferred.

This limited position is hybrid, with remote work and in-office work as determined by business need., * Assist in designing and refining Business Impact Analysis (BIA) interview templates and methodologies for Jefferson County.

• Help standardize documentation and workflows so the process can be repeated consistently across the County.

• Support and eventually lead BIA interviews and workshops with County divisions to understand business functions, technology usage, access patterns, and operational dependencies.

• While conducting BIAs, help gather an inventory of legacy systems, applications, and integrations that may rely on cryptographic approaches vulnerable to future quantum threats.

• Assist in documenting technical debt and modernization considerations relevant to PQC preparation.

• Support synthesis of findings into early PQC readiness insights, identifying areas that may require deeper technical review in the future.

• Translate technical and operational information into summaries and recommendations accessible to non-technical stakeholders.

• Participate in meetings, briefings, and presentations with internal partners and leadership.

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree OR any equivalent combination of education and experience on a year-for-year basis.

*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex or technical topics for non-technical audiences.

• Experience gathering, analyzing, or documenting business or technical requirements.

• Experience conducting interviews, assessments, or structured information-gathering with stakeholders.

• Strong organizational skills and comfort managing analytical work across multiple teams.

• Coursework or experience in information systems, business analytics, cybersecurity, IT, public administration, or a related field.

• Foundational understanding of cybersecurity and risk concepts (e.g., encryption, system dependencies, incident response, disaster recovery (DR)), without requiring deep technical specialization.

• Interest in business continuity planning, technology resilience, emerging technology risk (such as PQC), and public-sector innovation.

Additional Job Information:

• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates., Bachelor’s Degree

Hiring Range: $29-$33 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills., Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.