Information Security Engineer
Indiana University

Job Info

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Department

UITS UNIVERSITY INFO SECURITY (UA-DISO-IUBLA)

Department Information

At University Information Technology Services (UITS) we provide the technology, tools, and services you need to succeed. UITS supports IU's vision for excellence in research, teaching, outreach, and lifelong learning. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility, and creativity, as well as a culture that champions inclusion, diversity, and overall employee well-being through programs supported university wide. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we will help you reach yours.

Job Summary

The University Information Security Office (UISO) is searching for a versatile and driven Information Security Engineer to join a team of prolific professionals who reports to the Security Engineering Manager. The Information Security Engineer role is an exciting opportunity for a security-minded problem-solver who understands technology and the human factors in systems, this engineering role has a direct impact on protecting university assets, and on formulating and influencing the choice of solutions for information security at IU. The Information Security Engineer is a cybersecurity expert within the IU IT professional community and has influence with internal and external constituents of the institution, through advanced-level technical and practical information security application and consulting.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Provides expertise and recommendations on security architecture, and on appropriate strategic security actions.
• Researches advanced security architectures and approaches, and designs, develops, customizes, and implements tools that protect and detect threats to university systems and networks.
• Works on a team that serves as a critical resource for building and maintaining the technical controls that manage cybersecurity risk for IU.

General Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and implements advanced information security software and systems to address security exposures and potential threats; evaluates, recommends, and implements vended security software.
• Acts as point of escalation for response to information security incidents; may provide leadership for information security emergency response teams and/or for other information security projects.
• Provides advanced level of information security technical and practical consulting; makes recommendations on appropriate strategic security actions; performs digital forensic investigations as appropriate.
• Develops and implements advanced solutions to address complicated information security vulnerabilities and threats; partners with information security analysts to ensure exposures and risks are avoided and/or addressed.
• Documents solutions and may write reports and/or papers as needed.
• Researches and stays abreast of current higher education information security environment and trends; stays up-to-date on information security engineering best practices, tools, and approaches; disseminates information to team members and junior peers to promote best practices as appropriate.
• Collaborates and participates in committees to share and improve information security practices across the university.
• Often provides guidance and support to junior peers.

Qualifications

This position is posted at the Advanced Level but may be filled at the Career Level depending on the candidate's qualifications. Although they will be similar, the duties and responsibilities may differ if filled at the lower rank. Please see the qualifications for each level listed below.

Advanced Level Requirements

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in Computer Science or related field)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years of information security or related experience

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Possesses a high degree of initiative
• Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
• Creativity in identifying complex problems and finding solutions quickly and accurately
• Attention to detail in communicating technical issues and implementing solutions
• Mental discipline in conducting lengthy investigations
• Ability to change priorities as incidents and threats develop or evolve

Preferred

• Demonstrates ability to apply security tools in small- and large-scale vulnerability assessments (vulnerability scanners, password cracking tools, etc.)
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows or Unix-like operating systems

Career Level Requirements

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in Computer Science or related field)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 2 years of information security or related experience

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skill
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows or Unix-like operating systems
• Attention to detail in communicating technical issues and implementing solutions
• Mental discipline in conducting lengthy investigations

Preferred

• Demonstrates ability to apply security tools in small- and large-scale vulnerability assessments (vulnerability scanners, password cracking tools, etc.)
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows or Unix-like operating systems

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana or Indianapolis, Indiana

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Advanced

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Information Technology

Job Family: IT Security & Privacy

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Campus Safety and Security

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.

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