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Minnesota IT Services · 21 hours ago

Information Security Engineer - ITS5

St Paul, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$39.14/hr - $66.92/hr

5+ years exp

Minnesota IT Services is the information technology agency for the State of Minnesota, and they are seeking an Information Security Engineer to join their Enterprise Security team. The role involves providing expert technical direction, complex problem resolution, and leadership in the design and implementation of information security solutions, as well as security monitoring and auditing functions.

AppsInformation TechnologyIT Infrastructure

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Providing leadership in implementing, and updating information system security policies, guidelines and technical standards

Proven hands-on experience with Infrastructure architecture and design in physical and cloud environments

Providing leadership and guidance and governance to multiple teams working with ensuring the security of Microsoft, Unix/Linux, internet applications/systems and hardware to secure these systems (i.e. firewalls, virtual private networks, encryption, digital certificates, and their relationship to data security)

Working in a highly regulated, large and heterogeneous environment with the ability to articulate security controls, measures and recommendations to a leadership team

Proven experience and leadership working across diverse business lines to resource and monitor remediation efforts to ensure compliance policies and standards or regulations

Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding

Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences

Qualification

Information Security LeadershipInfrastructure ArchitectureSecurity Policy ImplementationVulnerability ManagementMicrosoft Security SystemsUnix/Linux SecurityCloud Security SolutionsCommunication SkillsCustomer FocusNegotiation SkillsProject Management

Required

Position requires a minimum of five (5) years of technical experience in an infrastructure focused information security role that includes: Providing leadership in implementing, and updating information system security policies, guidelines and technical standards

Proven hands-on experience with Infrastructure architecture and design in physical and cloud environments

Working in a highly regulated, large and heterogeneous environment with the ability to articulate security controls, measures and recommendations to a leadership team

Proven experience and leadership working across diverse business lines to resource and monitor remediation efforts to ensure compliance policies and standards or regulations

Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding

Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences

Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months

Preferred

Certifications: CISSP or other relevant information security certification

Vulnerability Management systems and remediation strategies using various tools such as NetBrain, FireMon, Nessus Tenable, Acuentix, SolarWinds, and CrowdStrike

Ability to prepare and conduct presentations and training classes on computer security policies, procedures, and guidelines, requirements, and system solutions

Negotiation and consensus building skills

Strong communication skills sufficient to clearly communicate highly technical concepts, and to introduce new technological tools or methods

Leadership and project management skills to oversee multiple projects of varying size and scope simultaneously

Ability to communicate complex security requirements and solutions to both technical and non-technical internal and external customers, agency staff, vendors, and other governmental agencies

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Training, classes, and professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care