Network Security Engineer

Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Infrastructure Operations & Networking

Job Summary

The Network Security Engineer is responsible for the overall security architecture of the network (LAN/WAN/WLAN). This position must stay current with cybersecurity trends and best practices and look for and mitigate system vulnerabilities.

This position is the primary administrator of the campus VPN appliances and firewalls. This position will also assist in supporting the campus LAN WAN and Datacenter.

Additional Information

Technology Solutions provides information technology products and services for the administrative and business functions of Illinois State University. Through our Technology Support Center and our highly trained staff Technology Solutions looks to improve the campus experience for all students faculty staff and the rest of the campus community.

Technology Infrastructure and Research Computing (TIRC) manages the physical server virtualization and storage infrastructure for the University along with offering communication and collaboration support in areas such as email shared storage and SharePoint. Additionally TIRC provides networking infrastructure and delivers audio and video communication capabilities to campus.

Position Highlights:
- This position is eligible for hybrid work (up to two remote days per week). Eligibility is based upon employee performance appropriate remote working environment and business needs.

University Benefit Highlights:
- Insurance benefits including health dental vision and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

For more University Benefit information: regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here Rate / Pay Rate

$75000 - $85000 annual

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelors or equivalent degree in Telecommunications Management Cybersecurity or related field
2. Work experience that includes all of the following:
   a. Seven (7) years:
   - working with an enterprise network and/or in an education environment
   - relating to network infrastructure/architecture remote access systems internet connectivity or server administration
   - utilizing an in-depth knowledge of wired and wireless network connectivity and routing protocols both LAN and WAN
   - utilizing a comprehensive understanding of wired and wireless security issues
   - utilizing a comprehensive knowledge of cabling systems (STP UDP and fiber) network topologies (TCP/IP and Ethernet) and corresponding hardware and software components (switches routers transceivers access points etc.)
   - working with network drawings cable plant drawings and technical manuals and materials
   - working with Cisco IOS and ASA technologies
   - working with VPN and firewall technologies developing ACLs and troubleshooting
   b. Two (2) years:
   - designing networks managing enterprise IP space (NAT and PAT IP architecture) performing research in support of planning and network design criteria and making recommendations to first level supervisor
   - interpreting network performance metrics and reports to help analyze and monitor network resource consumption
   - utilizing knowledge of network monitoring and alerting systems as well as working knowledge of the SNMP protocol
   - utilizing a good understanding of PCI HIPPA and CJIS compliance regulations
3. The following skills and abilities:
   a. Proficient spreadsheet and word processing skills
   b. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
   c. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
   d. Strong problem solving and analytic skills

Preferred Qualifications

1. Working knowledge of NIST cybersecurity framework.
2. SANs certification and other network engineer related certifications such as CCNA or CCNP.
3. Working knowledge of CIS controls.

Work Hours

Core Hours: Generally normal business hours (8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday); weekend or after-hours work may be required to support change management or disaster recovery

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

1. Lift up to 45 pounds.
2. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
3. Distinguish color codes and wires.
4. Required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and visual inspection involving small objects.
5. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
6. Distinguish colors on a monitor.
7. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

September 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Resume
Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply

Optional Applicant Documents

Transcripts - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional options
Certification of Retirement Annuity

Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Please fully complete the entire application including but not limited to the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put see resume in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.

To be eligible for Veterans Preference points on the exam appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.

Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be emailed faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:

Email:
Fax: 309.438.0011 Attn: Kira Shelton
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal IL 61790-1300

The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois drivers license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Contact Information for Applicants

Kira Shelton
Human Resources

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

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