Network Security Specialist
Network Security Specialist
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Job Description
Position Summary:
The Network Security Specialist is responsible for managing securing and maintaining the organizations IT infrastructure with a primary focus on network security data protection and system integrity. This role involves configuring monitoring and securing network devices servers and endpoints to prevent cyber threats while ensuring high network performance and reliability. The specialist will implement cybersecurity safeguards conduct risk assessments manage incident responses and ensure regulatory compliance while working closely with IT staff to support disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Start Date: July 1st 2025
Benefits of the position
- The initial salary for this position is firmly set at $69840
- 260 Day Work Year
- 15 PAID holidays
- 20 Vacation Days 5 Personal Days 13 Sick Days 2 Mental Health Days per fiscal year.
- Full medical dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment with a monthly premium share of only $75.
Required Qualifications:
- Associates degree in Cybersecurity Information Technology or a related field.
- At least three (3) years of experience in a technologyrelated role with a focus on networking and security.
- Must hold a valid drivers license in the individuals state of residence.
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity IT or related discipline.
- Two (2) years of experience in K12 education.
- Certifications such as Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) CompTIA CySA Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or equivalent.
Highly Desired Qualifications:
- Experience implementing and managing CIS Controls or NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
- Experience with Active Directory Microsoft 365 security network storage and firewall administration.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Administer and secure LAN & WAN networks including configuration testing performance monitoring and troubleshooting.
- Manage firewalls VPNs intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) and endpoint security solutions including iPads MacBooks Chromebooks and Windows PCs.
- Implement and maintain email security antimalware and data loss prevention (DLP) policies.
- Ensure secure configurations of Windows/Linux servers Active Directory O365 VoIP and virtualization platforms.
- Conduct penetration testing vulnerability scanning and patch management for all network devices and systems.
- Conduct regular risk assessments security audits and vulnerability management to identify and mitigate potential threats.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards (CIS NIST CSF ISO 27001) and government regulations regarding data protection.
- Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures tailored to the organizations needs.
- Maintain data privacy controls to protect sensitive student staff and organizational data.
- Develop implement and regularly test incident response and disaster recovery plans.
- Collaborate with IT staff to mitigate cyber threats restore systems and improve security protocols.
- Conduct security awareness training for employees on phishing social engineering and best security practices.
- Work closely with educational institutions and external organizations to enhance cybersecurity education.
- Travel within the tricounty region as well as across the state as needed.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Performance Factors/Job Competencies:
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and/or independently with minimal supervision.
- Maintain and improve technical skill set through trainings classes journals and web research.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to explain complex instructions in an easily understandable fashion to technical and nontechnical clients.
- Knowledge of state and federal laws that impact the organization.
- Maintain a customerfirst perspective and focus on customer service to meet the IT needs of IU5 employees and IU5 customers.
- Make decisions consistent with the IU Mission and Core Values.
- Establish and maintain effective communication and positive relationships within the IU5 and external organizations.
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. Incumbent must be able to sit at desk for extended periods of time. This role routinely uses standard office equipment with a vast majority of the time utilizing computers to complete daily tasks. Due to travel outside of the home office candidates are required to have a vehicle and valid drivers license to attend job related duties meetings seminars and trainings.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
