Cybersecurity Analyst Contractor (Grant Funded)

Pay Range: $60/Hour up to 25 hours/week

Expiration Date: July 26th, 2024

This position is funded through the grant FY 2023 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program from the Missouri Department of Public Safety Office – Office of Homeland Security. This position is payable up to $200,000.00 and is funded through January 31, 2027 unless the grant award is extended. The contractor shall provide the Department with approximately twenty-five (25) hours per week. In the event a vulnerability is detected, the contractor could be asked to increase weekly hours, but will not exceed twenty-nine (29) hours per week. This position will address identified gaps and deficiencies in cybersecurity within the Kansas City Missouri Police Department which were identified in the Nationwide Cybersecurity Review (NCSR). The contractor will also offer assistance to the nine-county area of responsibility that the Kansas City Regional Fusion Center covers as time allows. The independent contractor will help to promote cyber hygiene and enhance security measures to improve response mitigation, recovery, and resiliency of a major cyber-attack through outreach, training, and education.

Job Location and Hours: (Place where work is performed.)

Position operates in a standard office environment where the Kansas City Fusion Center is located. An office  with a laptop and landline phone will be provided. The contractor will have the autonomy to choose their hours and days worked as long as they align with the Fusion Centers normal business hours. 

All department members interested in being interviewed for the above position must submit a copy of their Request for Transfer, Form 4 P.D. to the Human Resources Division (HRD). The original Request for Transfer form must be submitted through the member’s chain of command for endorsement and upon completion, forwarded to the HRD. In addition, another copy of the Request for Transfer, resume and a completed Selection Process Candidate Review Form, Form 417 P.D. (with chain of command endorsements) must be submitted directly to Captain Jeff Weiler, Commander, Intelligence Unit by no later than JULY 26, 2024. Outside applicants interested in being considered for the position must submit a cover letter and resume to Mindy.Davis@kcpd.org, to be received no later than JULY 26, 2024.

SENIOR CRIME ANALYST

Police Administration

Lee's Summit, MO, US

JOB TYPE: Full Time

PAY: $22.34-33.51 HOURLY

Description

The Senior Crime Analyst will provide accurate, timely and relevant analysis of crime patterns and trends that aids in efficient deployment of Department resources. Responsibilities include collecting, categorizing, and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data pertaining to past and current criminal activity, calls for service, and self-initiated activity by police officers. Will also prepare, present, and disseminate reports using various illustrative and statistical methods related to crime data, non-crime data, and police activity.

Monday - Friday schedule; 8 hour day shifts. 

Requirements

• Must be 21 years old at time of employment 

• Must be a United States Citizen or authorized alien worker

• Valid Motor vehicle Operator’s License and acceptable driving record 

• No felony conviction or commission of or participation in any felony crime, whether detected or not. 

• No on-going or repetitious history of committing or participating in Misdemeanor crimes, whether detected or not

• Must be a credible witness in court 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (i.e. Computer Science, Math, Criminal Justice, Administration)

• Five (5) years law enforcement, customer service, crime analysis or related statistical services experience required

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite 

• Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge

• Pass pre-employment polygraph examination

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, concepts, methods and techniques of crime analysis and intelligence analysis

• Knowledge of law enforcement operations and procedures.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to details

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to produce and present detailed analytical reports for various divisions, individuals, external agencies and city officials

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and members of the public

• Ability to maintain and keep confidential sensitive and propriety information

• Ability to achieve professional credentials, such as the IACA’s LEAF or CLEA certification, or the IALEA’s BAC or CICA certification