Job title: IT Security Engineer – 100% Remote
Company: Wake County Government
Job description: What You’ll Be DoingWake County Information Services seeks an experienced and knowledgeable IT Security Engineer with an analytical mind and detailed understanding of cybersecurity methodologies. Musts have experience handling all aspects of day-to-day security operations, meticulous attention to detail, outstanding problem-solving skills, work comfortably under pressure and be able to deliver on tight deadlines in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in at least two of the following key areas:
- Security Operations
- Design, implementation, administration and maintenance of enterprise information security platforms and solutions
- Monitoring potential security incidents and events
- Vulnerability and threat assessment and remediation
- Threat intelligence operationalization
- Security platform assessment and selection
- Security awareness and training
- Security consulting for internal teams and departments regarding appropriate configurations, policies and controls
- Incident Response
- Develop, document and test incident response plans
- Managing complex security incidents
- Maintaining defensible evidence
- Governance, Risk and Compliance
- Internal and external audits and assessments
- Design, implementation and testing of disaster and continuity plans
- Vendor risk management
- Development, implementation and management of policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
- Design, implementation and assessment of security controls
Essential Functions:
- Perform security incident and threat management, including monitoring security events, identifying abnormal/malicious behavior, investigating, triaging and remediating security incidents
- Plan, coordinate, implement and support information security measures and platforms to protect data, software and hardware
- Perform information security risk assessments, including service specific risk assessments, networks and systems, data security, network infrastructure and reporting on security status and incidents
- Develop and maintain complete security documentation related to security design, implementation, processes and practices
- Provide consultation to business units and technology teams on security best practices and ongoing requirements
NOTE: Position is subject to 24-hour on call requirements.About Our TeamWake County Information Technology is in the heart of Raleigh’s booming downtown, a part of the Research Triangle area. If you’re a tech-guru, this is the place to be. Our team of smart, dedicated people is respected within our organization and recognized as leaders in the use of technology by the prestigious Center for Digital Government, regularly ranking in the top ten among counties with a population for 1 million or more. Our team members are our most valued asset and treated as such with competitive salaries and top-notch benefits. We believe a good work/life balance helps people make better decisions, be more creative and enjoy coming to work. If you thrive in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, supportive environment, then you owe it to yourself to check us out.The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering or related field
- Four years of experience in security design and administration
- CISSP Upon Hire or
- Security+ Upon Hire
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
- Active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Security+ or relevant vendor security certifications are preferred
- Experience implementing security controls governed by legal and regulatory requirements such as the Health
- Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Payment Card Industry (PCI)
How Will We Know You’re ‘The One’?
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of information security architecture, technologies, best practices and controls
- Knowledge and experience administering, maintaining and troubleshooting enterprise security platforms, including but not limited to firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, web filtering, vulnerability management, endpoint protection, email protection and encryption
- Knowledge and experience defining security standards and incident response plans to detect, respond and recover from security incidents, including analyzing incident related data and implementing containment and eradication strategies
- Knowledge and experience performing vulnerability assessments and penetration testing and defining effective remediation plans
- Knowledge and experience developing, implementing and testing business continuity and disaster recovery plans
- In depth knowledge of common Information Security frameworks and standards and compliance and regulations such as ISO 27001/27002, NIST, PCI-DSS, HITRUST, HIPAA and HITECH
- Solid organizational skills with ability to thrive in a sense-of-urgency environment, leveraging best practices and approaching any problem as team-player with a can-do attitude
- Detail oriented with excellent problem solving, analytical, communication, organization, task and time management skills
- Desire to maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in security technology, trends and issues
About This PositionLocation: Waverly F. Akins Wake County Office Building Raleigh, NC 27602Employment Type: RegularWork Schedule: Mon – Fri 8:30am – 5:15pmHiring Range: Commensurate with experienceMarket Range: 87,408.00 – 157,332.00Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 8/7/2024What Makes Wake GreatEqual Opportunity StatementBackground Check StatementEmergency Service Worker StatementWhat Makes Wake GreatHome to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.Equal Opportunity StatementWake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.Background Check StatementPosition may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Emergency Service Worker StatementIn the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
Expected salary:
Location: Raleigh, NC
Job date: Thu, 01 Aug 2024 22:42:47 GMT
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