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Job Posting Title:
LONI Security Engineer 1 or 2
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUAM FA - ITS - TA - LONI - Customer Relationships (Lance Neal (00045168))
Work Location:
0201 Fred C. Frey Computing Services Building
Pay Grade:
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities:
Operations: Participate in the development, enforcement, and monitoring of IT security policies, procedures, guidelines, and compliance standards related to the security posture of the LONI network. Research and stay current on security technologies, trends, issues, legislation, threats, and solutions and maintain awareness of current and future cyber threats that could affect LONI services and the LONI community.
(...Operations): Conduct security risk and vulnerability assessments on network systems to confirm compliance with established security standards, industry best practices, and internal good practices. Serve as a subject matter expert regarding network firewalls and other IT security technologies and services. Research, evaluate, design, recommend, and implement security controls. Lead information security projects regarding planning, implementation, review, and modifications.
(...Operations): Design, install, maintain, and support security appliances, hardware, and software, including virtual private network (VPN) services according to industry best practices. Manage and lead incident response efforts pertaining to information security. Keep LONI staff informed on the security posture of the LONI network and LONI services. Promote awareness of applicable security standards, risks, and industry best practices across the LONI community.
(...Operations): Function as a liaison and consultant between LONI and the other higher-education institutions and state agencies about IT security services and policy. Participate in an on-call rotation with other LONI staff. Work with subscribers throughout the state to provide timely, consistent and meaningful communications and hands-on assistance as needed. Collaborate with subscribers on their technical needs and determine how LONI can assist with meeting those needs.
(...Operations): Represent LONI as a member of the LONI Security Working Group and other local, state, and national groups as needed. Function as liaison regarding external entities including vendors, contractors, and consultants to maintain and enhance information and data security. Responsible for documentation and data models for best practices in establishing a long-term, stable perspective to LONI’s operations.
(...Operations): Oversees ordering of materials and equipment required to perform and direct work activities in the information security space which adheres to proper incident, change, and service management. Follow the acquisition process for the procurement of all goods and services in their various lifecycle terms to maintain the proper user experience for internal and external customers of the LONI Network This includes developing appropriate specifications and preparation of documentation as required by LSU policies and State law. (70%)
Supervision: Monitors performance, capacity, and availability of the LONI Network and services. Responsible for training and mentoring of LONI Network Engineers, Infrastructure Engineers, and student workers. (20%)
Other duties as assigned. (10%)
Minimum Qualifications:
LONI Security Engineer 1:
Bachelors Degree
7 years of related experience
Specific experience in Information Security/Network Security Engineering
LONI Security Engineer 2:
Bachelors Degree
9 years of related experience
Specific experience in Information Security/Network Security Engineering
Special or Physical Qualifications for 1 and 2:
Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis. Ability to lift 50lbs comfortably. Per University Policy Statement 18 this position is deemed essential to campus operations and will be required to report to or remain on campus during times of emergency or closure.
Certifications/Licenses:
Desired: JNCIS-SEC, CCNP-Security, PCNSE, Fortinet NSE4, CISSP, SSCP
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
The position will be part of the team ensuring for the successful operation of the complex statewide Louisiana Optical Network Infrastructure (LONI) network, ensuring a highly reliable network. The position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing security policy and engineering practices for the protection of LONI systems, network, services, and information. The Security Engineer will participate in security compliance efforts, provide security expertise and guidance, and identify security requirements to remediate security vulnerabilities or gaps discovered in the LONI network environment. This position participates in communications with LONI subscribers, negotiating service requirements and timeframes, and provides assistance and ensuring compliance of design practices. Duties will also include being next-level on-call support for the LONI NOC. This position will assist in defining internal processes, and identify and solve operational problems relating to information and network security, as well as, provide consultation to subscriber institutions regarding network firewalls and other security services and topics. Position may be eligible for a remote work arrangement within the State of Louisiana.
Posting Date:
October 28, 2020
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Essential Position (Y/N):
EEO Statement:
LSU is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity / equal access employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu