Senior Information Security Specialist - Bureau Of Technology

Job Summary

Serve as a senior technical expert to assist in the design and administration of Information Technology (IT) security architecture and privacy services across the network.

Monitor and utilize information security technologies for the identification of suspicious and malicious activities and inadequate security practices as they relate to IT security architecture.

Oversee analysis and monitor of security violations, alerts and malware detection reports prepared by a third-party vendor.

Serve as the senior liaison regarding all security vulnerabilities reported.

Minimum Qualifications


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+ Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree is required.
+ Four (4) years as an analyst in Information Technology (IT) Networking or Security or directly related experience is required or
+ An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required.
+ Valid driver's license is required.

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position.

Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.

https://www.cookcountyil.gov/sites/default/files/service/drug-and-alcohol-policy.pdf

Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee).

Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.



*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS



* Knowledge of IT security theory, technologies, policies/best practices, and enterprise architectures and knowledge of network architecture, operations and protocols.

Ability to work 24/7 including holidays and weekends.


* Knowledge of secure network/systems configuration management as well as an understanding of networking concepts and devices.

Knowledge of application development methodologies and regulatory regulations.


* Knowledge of active directory environments, virtual and mobile technologies, Information Security functions, and complex enterprise architecture security lockdowns.


* Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to document requirements, designs, communication plans, project plans, project status reports and other relevant project-related issues.


* Ability to independently guide staff in area of specialization to drive business success.


* Ability to provide in-depth insight, advice ...