Network Security Engineer

The Administrative Offices of the Court (AOC) is seeking a Network Security Engineer responsible for leading information security efforts. This role is responsible for the architecture, design, and centralized management of multi-tiered information security risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and compliance frameworks across a complex, statewide infrastructure.

• Responsibilities

• Security Control Management: Design, implement, and maintain security controls (firewalls, endpoint protection, email security, VPN, and identity/access management) aligned with agency policies
• Risk & Vulnerability Management: Conduct security risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and remediation planning; track findings through to closure
• System Hardening: Manage patch management lifecycles, configuration hardening standards, and encryption protocols for both public-facing and internal enterprise systems
• Incident Response: Participate as a core member of the incident response team, handling triage, containment, and comprehensive post-incident documentation
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate security documentation, compliance artifacts, and evidence to support internal and external audit readiness

• Enterprise Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise IT infrastructure or security operations, specifically managing centralized firewalls, multi-tiered endpoint security, and scale-ready network access controls

• System Administration & Engineering: 2+ years of engineering experience working within Windows and Linux server environments, including automated patching, infrastructure hardening, and high-level technical troubleshooting

• Frameworks: Working knowledge of security frameworks (e.g. NIST 800-53, CIS Benchmarks) and ability to map controls to technical implementations

• Soft Skills: Strong documentation habits, excellent prioritization skills, and the ability to coordinate effectively across cross-functional IT teams

• Logistics: Ability to travel within the state and ability to lift and transport 75 pounds Preferred:

• Experience securing cloud-based solutions, specifically Microsoft M365 and Azure environments Education & Certifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree

• Experience Substitution: In lieu of a degree, professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, CCNA/CCNP Security, or equivalent) combined with robust, demonstrable work experience will be considered. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.