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# IT Security Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Miami-Dade County
- **Location:** Miami-Dade County, FL, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Linux, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), PCI Data Security Standards, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Cloud Services, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Scripting, Software Security, Firewalls (Computer Science), Cybercrime, Fortinet, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response
- **Published:** June 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/1628f0b6-a200-47ac-b5ad-728425f5e5e4

## About the Role

* Experience translating business and technical requirements into security controls.

 * Knowledge of security engineering, application security, and secure system design.

 * Experience with vulnerability management, SIEM, threat detection, incident support, or threat hunting.

 * Experience with cloud security, identity and access management, and data protection.

 * Experience with scripting or automation using Python, JavaScript, C#, or similar languages.

 * Knowledge of Windows, Linux, firewalls, VPNs, and core network security principles.

 * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments independently.

Preferred Certifications

 * CISSP; CCSK, CCSP, CEH, CySA+, GIAC, GSEC (or other ISACA or SANS advanced certifications)
 * AWS or Azure; CCNA;
 * RedHat certified security specialist
 * Fortinet Specialist, Palo Alto Specialist, or Checkpoint Engineer level certifications.

## Description

Do you want your cybersecurity work to protect critical public services and help shape the future of AI in government? Miami-Dade County's Enterprise Security Office is looking for an IT Security Systems Engineer to help strengthen enterprise security, support modern security tools, and advance automation and AI-enabled defense.

In this role, you will:

 * Support AI and automation initiatives tied to security operations

 * Work with teams across the enterprise to reduce risk

 * Improve and support enterprise security systems

 * Help deploy modern cybersecurity technologies

 * Review access to systems and applications

We are looking for someone with experience in enterprise security systems, strong technical judgment, and interest in emerging cybersecurity and AI capabilities. This is a chance to do meaningful work at scale, protect essential services, and contribute to the security of one of the largest county governments in the country.

Responsibilities:

 * Advise internal customers on cybersecurity best practices and practical security improvements.

 * Help design, maintain, and improve enterprise security architecture and controls across networks, applications, cloud services, data protection, identity, and cryptography.

 * Evaluate and support security automation and AI-enabled capabilities.

 * Support security engineering efforts aligned with NIST, CIS, CJIS, and PCI DSS.

 * Develop and improve processes for delivering security solutions across the enterprise.

 * Support risk-based cybersecurity policies, standards, and objectives.

 * Participate in after-hours or weekend work when required.


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