Network Security Architect

Classification

Regular

Minimum Pay

$92,109.00

Compensation will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Development and delivery of a comprehensive information security and privacy program for the college. The program is college-wide, and includes information in electronic, print, and other formats. The purposes of this program include: to assure that information created, acquired or maintained by the college, and its authorized users, is used in accordance with its intended purpose; to protect college information and its infrastructure from external or internal threats; and to assure that the college complies with contractual, statutory and regulatory requirements regarding information access, security, and privacy.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

• Develop an information security architecture to protect the college’s informational assets by ensuring that the IT architecture, plans, plans, controls, procedures, policies, and standards are aligned with the college’s strategic initiatives and security strategies. 
• Coordinate the development and delivery of an education and training program on information security and privacy matters for employees, other authorized users, and students.
• Provide technical expertise in the design and evaluation of network security devices including firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), email protection, endpoint protection, and security incident management.
• Work with campus-designated FERPA, Records Access, Red Flag, and HIPPA-privacy Officers on compliance issues as necessary. Prepare and submit required reports to external agencies.
• Investigate, analyze, and report on all security events, incidents, and intrusions.  Track incidents through log analysis, diagnosis, and resolution.
• Perform network security assessments and review for evidence of vulnerability or compromise, and coordinate implementation of security solutions. 
• Recommend methods for vulnerability detection and remediation, and oversee vulnerability testing.
• Serve as the college’s expert technical resource for external audits, survey requests, and forensic analysis on security/privacy matters.
• Design, maintain, and test college information technology disaster recovery plan.
• Researches and provides technical advice for purchasing of hardware, software, and peripheral equipment and technology implementation projects.
• Researches and monitors the latest trends, best practices, and network security developments.
• Lead security projects throughout their life cycle, including conceptualization, requirement definition, procurement, integration, and implementation.
• Consistently and dependably attends work, activities, and functions as scheduled or assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of College policies and procedures relating to information technology.
• Working knowledge of and experience in the policy and regulatory environment of information security, especially in higher education.
• Knowledge of information security vulnerability assessment to include code, application and infrastructure weaknesses.
• Knowledge of Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) design, administration, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of information security controls like NIST, COBIT, ISO 27001, or other control frameworks. 
• Experience in IT risk management with a focus on security, performance, and reliability.
• Skill in resolving problems and answering questions.
• Skill in demonstrating a cooperative and professional attitude.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute software and hardware
• Ability to plan and implement disaster recovery procedures.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to write and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work well with minimal supervision in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, patience and understanding in stressful situations.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to research and resolve complex problems.
• Ability to communicate well both written and orally.
• Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and two (2) years of related work experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience considered.
• Completion of one (1) information security certification or equivalent.  CISSP, CISM, or OPSA required.
• Completion of one (1) UNIX/Linux, Cisco or Micro