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Cyber Security Engineering

Cyber Security Systems Engineers proactively evaluate the system and network enterprise environments of the University and use technical knowledge and analytical skill to determine the optimum mix of technology, policy, procedures and education to implement effective security programs and strategies; study malware trends and apply in-depth understanding of the threat to the development and implementation of defense-in-depth strategies; determine the optimum resolution of system or network incidents detected by or reported to the University.

• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, penetration testing, and provide enterprise-wide recommendations
• Respond to system and network security incidents; investigate and resolve non-standard security vulnerabilities
• Embed advanced cyber defense techniques for incident response
• Design and recommend security solutions
• Perform total system analyses to include but not limited to design, configuration, testing, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal
• Provide recommendations for the development of internal and external enterprise-wide cyber systems, networks, and applications solutions
• Perform testing, implementation, and operation of secure operating systems, networks, databases, and security event monitoring products
• Perform and analyze forensic preservation of hard drives
• Interface with external entities including law enforcement and intelligence/government agencies
• Recommend processes, procedures, and security standards to promote operational efficiency
• Design and integrate new architectural features; provide architectural and engineering analyses
• Develop and deliver technology security training material
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Intermediate Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates ability to perform intermediate tasks in defined skill areas. Demonstrates intermediate knowledge of internal procedures. Works under general supervision, performing assignments that may be varied and sometimes difficult. Supports team decisions and follows through with team responsibilities. Interprets and communicates information clearly and accurately. Demonstrates intermediate problem–solving skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers or volunteers

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems; occasionally faces more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– Applies knowledge of larger unit goals, priorities, and related procedures in determining course of action

Independence of Action:

– Work is generally monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are generally provided
– Uses available guidelines to make appropriate adaptations to routine situations and refers other situations to supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and/or the University
– May communicate with external audiences
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 11
• Minimum – $68,200.00
• MidPoint – $85,200.00
• Maximum – $102,300.00