Cyber Security Engineer at Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, MO

Job description

• The Cyber Security Engineer is responsible for assisting with incident response, risk management, and disaster recovery planning among other security related responsibilities. On-call support is expected for the monitoring and response of critical systems and incidents. The Cyber Security Engineer is expected to be a Subject Matter Expert regarding security-related IT assets and systems utilized by the institution.

Responsibilities

• Monitor emerging security/operationally related trends and threats to the institution daily.
• On call availability for incident response and containment.
• Facilitate the detection and mitigation of threats to the integrity of institution infrastructure.
• Provide input and assist in the deployment, configuration, and management of security systems.
• Provide input and assist in the management of access control devices and systems.
• Provide input and assist in the management of monitoring and auditing IT assets.
• Provide input and assist in the configuration and management of centralized log storage.
• Lead the deployment and use of forensic examination technologies.
• Assist with developing, publishing, and managing risk assessment, business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
• Assist with the administration, maintenance, and update of servers to provide the highest practicable levels of uptime and availability.
• Prepare, propose, and implement security related initiatives to increase the security posture or operational efficiency of institution systems.
• Organize and manage many simultaneous projects.
• Work with vendors to resolve hardware and software problems.
• Supports the institution culture through personal involvement in activities.
• Employee may perform special projects and other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the institution.

Requirements

• Two plus years of information security-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Security-related certifications are preferred; this may include Security+, GSEC, CISM, CISSP or other relevant certifications. Windows, Mac OS and Linux experience is required.
• Valid Driver's License and the ability to meet insurance requirements for driving university provided vehicles.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community or law enforcement.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Requires the ability to be accountable for inventory/property management.
• Requires the ability to make recommendations that impact the budget.
• Requires the ability to use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Requires the ability to use computers for data entry.
• Requires the ability to use computers for word processing and/or accounting purposes.
• Requires the ability to use or repair network diagnostic equipment.
• Requires the ability to repair, develop, or install computer hardware or network systems.
• Requires strong knowledge of network standards and protocols
• Requires strong knowledge of security frameworks and methodologies
• Requires the ability to supervise and mentor employees developing, installing, or repairing technology systems.
• Requires leadership experience and ability to delegate and manage a team.

Skills

Required

• Windows, Mac OS and Linux experience