Cyber Security Engineer II

This position is responsible for identifying weaknesses in current information security solutions to protect the college’s computer infrastructure, networks, and data against cyber-attacks and internal threats. The Cyber Security Engineer II will work closely with all ITS divisions to assist the Cyber Security Engineer I with day-to-day operational security issues while also mentoring Cyber Security Engineer I to provide guidance for complex security solutions and day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities and Duties (*Essential Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

• Assists Cyber Security III with short-term and long-term security solutions

• Mentors Cyber Security Engineer I to provide guidance for complex security solutions and day-to-day operations

• Serves as primary point-of-contact in reviewing threats and vulnerabilities and designing a mitigation strategy

• Researches industry best practices to ensure appropriate products and standards are implemented to protect the college from vulnerabilities and unauthorized access

• Assists CSE III to confirm threat and vulnerability incidents are reported, documented, and resolved in accordance with established governance policies and procedures

• Responsible for monitoring of the College’s security prevention and detection solutions, both internal systems and external, third-party services that provides protection for the college’s network infrastructure and systems

Serves a secondary point-of-contact in emergency situations for information security threats. Responses are required during and after normal business hours to identify, assess and mitigate critical security issues Assists CSE III with briefing materials to present to ITS Department leadership concerning vulnerabilities, security exposures, risks and impact of each to the institution Develops and monitors processes for ensuring authorized access to college resources including permission violations and approving the revoking of permissions as needed Participates in departmental risk assessments, security reporting and incident management as established by state guidelines and internal policies Helps transform the overall cybersecurity culture of the college to meet industry standard

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated experience in Internet and network security products and platforms, including intrusion detection, intrusion prevention, incident response, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing General understanding of industry standards and requirements for information security management, state and federal statutes, and third-party security assessments Ability to work effectively with college leaders and IT engineering, operations, and support staff Demonstrated knowledge of information security alerts, threat trends, intrusion analysis, malware, anomalous behavior, forensic research, and incident response protocols Strong analytical, project management, and team-oriented interpersonal skills Proven ability to work under pressure in emergencies and communicate security-related concepts to technical and non-technical staff Minimum Requirements Associate degree with four years experience in cyber-security or an equivalent combination of education and experience Ability to work nights and weeks as needed to resolve security related issues

Preferences Security+, CEH or equivalent certification Experience with firewalls, ACLs, and endpoint security Experience with one or more of the following: Python, C#, PHP, Drupal, SQL, Java Experience with one or more of the following: Cloud application platforms, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, IIS One or more years experience in higher education

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