University of Oregon · 12 hours ago
Training Security Operations Center (TSOC) Engineer or Senior Engineer
Eugene, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expThe University of Oregon is seeking a Training Security Operations Center (TSOC) Engineer or Senior Engineer to join their Computer Science Department. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing cybersecurity systems and policies, supervising and training students, and leading technical projects to enhance cybersecurity measures.
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Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage cybersecurity systems and policies within the TSOC infrastructure and for its clients
Develop secure systems aligned with TSOC design principles
Determine policies for network security devices such as firewalls, VPNs, and access control mechanisms
Lead various technical projects and initiatives
Supervise and train students across all phases of security operations as part of their experiential learning opportunity
Enable research by sharing data, providing access to TSOC environments, and sharing pain points that provide opportunities for innovation
Manage security analysis tasks for TSOC students and employees
Interact with TSOC clients to understand and address their cybersecurity concerns
Perform cyber defense incident triage
Perform real-time cyber defense
Correlate data to identify specific vulnerabilities and make recommendations that enable expeditious remediation
Interpret information collected and analyze malware
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field AND two (2) years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity; OR
Bachelor's degree in another field AND three (3) years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity; OR
Six (6) years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity
Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field AND five (5) years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity; OR
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field AND seven (7) years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity; OR
Bachelor's degree in another field AND eight (8) years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity; OR
Nine (9) years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity
Expertise in two or more of the following IT Security domains is considered as relevant experience: Data Security, Digital Forensics, Incident Response and Analysis, IT Systems and Operations, Network Security, Systems and Applications Security, Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing, or Cloud Security
Ability to work effectively with students and faculty from diverse backgrounds and create effective relationships and positive interactions
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to audiences with a wide range of technical skills
Ability to adapt within a rapidly changing technical environment
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Ability to perform duties in a way that advances and supports the department and university's mission
Preferred
Experience with information security event triage
Experience working with a Security and Information Event Management product
Experience with enterprise information security forensic tools
Experience performing vulnerability scans and malware analysis in a professional environment
Experience with Network Access Control (NAC) systems
Experience in any of several programming languages (e.g., Python, Perl, Ruby, Java, C, shell-scripting)
Experience with operating Intrusion Detection and Intrusion Prevention Systems (e.g., FireEye, SNORT, BRO)
Experience with operating Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing tools (e.g., Nessus, NMAP, Qualys, Nexpose, Metasploit)
Working knowledge of laws, regulations and standards affecting information technology security in a higher education environment, including PCI-DSS, HIPAA, HEOA, FERPA, DMCA, and GDPR
Understanding of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27002, NIST SP-800 series controls or similar frameworks/standards
Two (2) years of Experience in an academic campus IT environment
Two (2) additional years of Experience in an academic campus IT environment
Experience with leading large-scale security initiatives, such as implementing a new security framework or migrating systems to the cloud
Experience with designing and building the security infrastructure, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls
Experience with leading the response to major security threats or breaches, coordinating efforts to minimize damage and restore systems
Experience with creating and enforcing security policies and procedures, ensuring the organization adheres to industry standards and compliance requirements
Experience with guiding and training junior engineers and other team members, sharing their expertise and fostering a culture of security
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Company
University of Oregon
Nestled in the lush Willamette Valley, with an easy drive to both the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains, the University of Oregon is renowned for its research prowess and commitment to teaching.
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