IT Security Administrator

Overview

Hybrid
$89,600 - $132,100
Full Time
10% Travel

Skills

Computer Networking
Email Security
Firewall
IT Security
Regulatory Compliance
Security Policy
Threat Analysis
Project Coordination
Technical Support
CJIS Regulated Position

Job Details

DESCRIPTION

This position administers security servers, firewalls, intrusion detection appliances and other systems. Performs compliance activities to ensure the successful implementation of the city s security program. Facilitates the conducting of technology audits; reviews all audit reports and responses to ensure timeliness and effectiveness of corrective actions. Assists in the development and management of the city s information security program, including policies, standards, guidelines, baselines, and procedures.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following

  • Provides project support and consulting for city-wide IT initiatives and projects. Reviews project Requests for Proposals (RFQs), coordinates procurement, and advises and reviews applications architectures.
  • Oversees: email security operations including phishing/SPAM remediation, DMARC, endpoint detection and response, investigations and forensics, and SIEM and log management. Responds to incidents and investigates security breaches.
  • Manages firewall policy implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
  • Oversees and supports identity access management. Provides Identity and Access Management system support, third party vendor account management, third-party connection agreement support, and social media access assignments.
  • Monitors vulnerability to security threats and oversees threat intelligence, governance, risk, and compliance. Assists with performing assessments and audits.
  • Supports security awareness efforts through ongoing employee training and new employee orientation.
  • This is a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) regulated position and requires the ability to meet and maintain compliance with the Security Policy.
  • May perform responsibilities of a similar nature and level as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience in computer network, IT systems security, or related experience.

Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Information Systems, Administration, Public Administration, or related field.

Professional Licensure and/or Certifications:

  • Any Information Security, Information Privacy or Information Audit Certifications. is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following:

  • Police background investigation

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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This position is FLSA Exempt which means employees are not eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.

Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employee Association (UAEA)

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