Cyber Security Engineer II
Employer
Job Location
9101 Fayetteville Road
Raleigh, NC 27603
Salary/Grade
Benefits
Job Category
- Professional
Application Period
Closes: Monday, February 12, 2024
Target Start Date
Expected Work Hours
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Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Associate’s 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
Preferred Qualifications
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
Position Description
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 Cybersecurity Engineer II will work closely with all ITS divisions to assist the Cybersecurity Engineer I with day-to-day operational security issues while also mentoring Cybersecurity 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. Assist Cyber Security III with short-term and long-term security solutions.
*Mentors Cybersecurity 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
*Research industry best practices to ensure appropriate products and standards are implemented to protect the college from vulnerabilities and unauthorized access
*Assist 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
Assist 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
Qualifications
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
How to Apply
Interested candidates may apply online through the following link: Cyber Security Engineer II