Cybersecurity Automation Developer

Title: Cybersecurity Automation Developer
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Office of Technology Solutions

Job Summary

Cybersecurity Automation Developer is a security-focused development role supporting the code, integrations, workflows, and job management platforms utilized in the Information Security Office. The applicant should be capable of gathering technical requirements, designing software solutions, and developing solutions.

Additional Information

Student employees are eligible to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan.  More information can be found here.

Pay Rate

$16.00/hour

Required Qualifications

1. Experience with software development and/or scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or equivalent
2. Experience collecting technical requirements and designing software solutions
3. Knowledge of cybersecurity, risk management, and incident response principles and methods
4. Ability to collaborate effectively with others as part of team

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with markup and/or interchange languages such as YAML, XML, JSON, or equivalent.
2. Experience with source and revision control systems such as Git and/or Gitlab.
3. Experience with workflow and job management solutions such as Ansible Automation Platform or RunDeck
4. Familiarity with web frameworks and web services (REST, SOAP)
5. Familiarity with DevSecOps processes

Work Hours

Any schedule M-F 7AM-7PM

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without reasonable accommodations:
1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
2. Distinguish colors on a monitor.
3. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
4. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

May 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Resume, Reference List & Work Availability

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Contact Information for Applicants

Traci Zagaroli
tdrigsb@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.

International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,