Sr. IT Security Analyst or IT Security Architect - The University of Iowa - Iowa City, IA - EXPIRED

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Posted on: 06-09-2015 in Iowa City, IA

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Job Information:

Company: The University of Iowa

The Information Security and Policy Office (ISPO) at the University of Iowa, is seeking to fill one position which will function under the direction of the University Chief Information Security Officer. As a member of the technical workgroup of ISPO, the individual filling this position will assist with security services delivery and support, using a variety of skills in networking, system administration, user support, and security analysis.  This team of analysts is responsible to monitor the university data network, detect and respond to information security issues, perform security assessments, assist with educational programs, as well as sharing responsibility for tuning and management of the infrastructure providing these security services. Considerable interaction with IT staff and other university personnel will require excellent interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to document. Excellent critical and analytical thinking skills are required, as is the ability to multitask.  The position will also take part in our 24/7 on call rotation.

This position will be filled as a Sr. IT Security Analyst (PIE2) or IT Security Architect (PIE3) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Annual Salary Range:

Sr. IT Security Analyst (PIE2): $48,671 – to commensurate

IT Security Architect (PIE3): $57,664 – to commensurate

Note to Applicant: The qualifications for this job posting are described as competencies or behaviors needed to be able to perform the job duties of the position at a defined proficiency level/standard. The proficiency levels required for this position are extensive. For a complete definition of the proficiency levels click on the proficiency levels link above.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience may also serve to meet this minimum requirement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: To be eligible for the IT Security Architect (PIF3) classification, the candidate will typically have:

• 3-5 years’ experience working effectively with systems administration, network engineering, and/or security analysis including supporting and managing related technologies
• Demonstrates an ‘extensive’ level of knowledge and ability with:

• Networking concepts, protocols, and services
• Setup, maintenance, and security of Windows operating systems
• Setup, maintenance, and security of Unix Operating systems
• Demonstrates skill in technical problem determination and analyzing system specifications
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with technical and non-technical staff
• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; technically curious and self-motivated

To be eligible for the Sr. IT Security Analyst PIE2 classification, the candidate will typically have:

• 1-3 years’ experience working effectively with systems administration, network engineering, and/or security analysis including supporting and managing related technologies
• The required qualifications are same as above demonstrating a 'working' level of knowledge and ability
• DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS for both IT Security Architect (PIE3) and Sr. IT Security Analyst (PIE2)
  Demonstrates a ‘working’ proficiency level of knowledge and ability with:
  

• Setup, maintenance, and security of Unix Operating systems (PIE2 only)
• Performing network intrusion detection and responding to security incidents
• Setup and maintenance of network devices such as routers, switches, or VPN devices
• Experience using computer security tools and techniques
• Installing, configuring, and maintaining firewalls
• Forensic examinations of computers
• Specifying and implementing security architectures

• Experience programming or scripting language
• Leading project teams or workgroups

• Security, network, or systems technical certifications; or an advanced degree in a relevant field
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
•  The selection process will include a criminal background and credential check on final candidates

• To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and reference the position by classification of IT Security Architect PIE3 or Requisition 66719.

 

Please note regarding references: Five professional references will be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.