IT Security Engineer

2 weeks ago


Norfolk, United States Virginia Department of Human Resource Management Full time
IT Security Engineer

Job no: 5022851
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Norfolk, Virginia
Categories: Information Technology

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Identify, define, and document system security requirements and recommend solutions to management.
  • Identify weaknesses in current information security solutions.
  • With input and consultation with the Chief Information Security Officer, understand University security standards and apply it to systems under area of responsibility.
  • Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain security infrastructure software and hardware.
  • Install software that monitors systems and networks for security breaches and intrusions.
  • Identifying current and emerging technology issues including security trends, vulnerabilities, and threats.
  • Monitor systems for irregular behavior and set up preventive measures.
  • Plan, develop, implement and update NSU's information security strategy.
  • Educate and train staff on information system security best practices.
  • Develop, execute, and track the performance of security measures to protect information and network infrastructure and computer systems.
  • Automate security responses where determined reasonable.
  • Develop, execute, and track the performance of security measures to protect information and network infrastructure and computer systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Expertise across a variety of security products including firewalls, URL filtering, information security and virus protection.
  • Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols, such as TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, and routing/switching.
  • General understanding of industry standards and requirements for information security management, state and federal statutes, and third-party security assessments.
  • Demonstrated experience in Internet and network security products and platforms, including intrusion detection, intrusion prevention, incident response, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
  • Proven ability to work under pressure in emergencies and communicate security-related concepts to technical and non-technical staff.
  • Strong analytical, project management, and team-oriented interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Relevant professional certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or other security certifications.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in system security engineering, network security, or a related field.
  • Knowledge of common authentication technologies including OAuth, SAML, CAs, Radius, OTP/TOTP.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience with Cloud Application Platforms, Microsoft 365, or other similar platforms.
  • Outstanding communication skills that go beyond "tech talk" - the ability to translate complex IT matters to those without an IT background.
  • One or more years of experience in higher education.


Advertised: 14 Aug 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
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