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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:

– Advanced Professional

Base Description:

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

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members
– Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 12
• Minimum – $76,700.00
• MidPoint – $95,900.00
• Maximum – $115,100.00