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    Cyber Security Specialist - Los Angeles, United States - Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA)

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    CYBER SECURITY SPECIALIST

    Location:
    Delaware Memorial Bridge, New Castle, DE

    $94,039 to $113,300 annualized (Grade H)(Position and Salary commensurate with experience and skills)

    Opening Date:
    March 28, 2024

    Closing Date:
    Until FilledI.

    POSITION SUMMARYThe Cyber Security Specialist is responsible for preemptively identifying security issues thatpose a potential threat or an immediate risk to the Delaware River and Bay Authority's(Authority) business operations, employees, customers, and vendors.

    The position reports to theDirector of ITS and has the responsibility for the creation of a comprehensive data securityprogram for the Authority's system.

    Responsibilities will include developing security protocols,solutions, analyzing current systems for vulnerabilities, and handling all cyberattacks in anefficient and effective manner.

    The Cyber Security Specialist is also involved in themanagement to effectively detect malicious software and hardware that might be present on thenetwork; designing and coordinating penetration testing; carrying out security reviews or/andaudits of existing and newly acquired systems; making recommendations on internal controlsand security; and executing information security risk assessment annually.

    The Cyber SecuritySpecialist is responsible for following established safety practices while performing assignedduties to protect self, co-workers, and the public from personal injury and to prevent damage toAuthority property.

    This position is subject to 24 hours on call in the event of a cyber securityincident.

    II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Safeguards information system assets by identifying and solving potential and actualsecurity problems.
    • Protects systems by defining access privileges, control structures, resources, and properconfiguration of security solutions applied in the protection of Authority's assets.
    • Implements configuration and maintenance of the Cybersecurity Incident Response Planto effectively identify and alert upon potential security events.
    • Participates in the investigations being performed as part of the Cybersecurity IncidentResponse Team; documenting, and maintaining accurate, and detailed records of theincident and all activities that were undertaken in response to an incident.
    • Implements security improvements by assessing current situation, evaluating trends, andanticipating requirements.
    • Determines security violations and inefficiencies by conducting periodic audits.
    • Upgrades systems by implementing and maintaining security controls.
    • Interfaces with vendor support service groups for contract renewals and to ensure properescalation as required.
    • Ensures that all solutions set up for security and monitoring can effectively monitor andreport upon security events happening within the environment by assigning securitysolution agents to devices and systems.
    • Initiates and produces custom scripts needed to make logging and alerting requirementseasy and effective.
    • Participates in the process of selecting and reviewing information security solutions.
    • Assists in the configuration of intrusion detection and prevention solutions based in thehost and network servers to effectively identify potential security incidents.
    • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; readingprofessional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professionalorganizations.
    • Provides the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal andexternal customers.
    III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
    • Must possess a high ethical and moral character as privileged access to confidential datawill be an essential component of the job function.
    • Experience in information security, specifically with penetration testing, intrusiondetection, incident response or digital forensics.
    • Deep knowledge and understanding of the various ways attacks are carried out against asystem or network and how to effectively detect them.
    • Advanced understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, trafficflow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth, and common securityelements.
    • Experience with vulnerability scanning solutions.
    • Possess advanced analytical skills and strong ability to maintain calmness and beingdiplomatic under highly stressful situations.
    • Expert problem-solving skills understanding the importance of timely resolution andfollow-through.
    • Strong multitasking skills to be able to effectively manage multiple activities, includingcross-team dependent activities simultaneously.
    • Must be able to organize and prioritize work, be proactive, work independently, be self-directed and self-motivated.
    • Strong ability to work effectively in collaboration with other members of a team or/andother professionals with minimal supervision.
    • Strong ability to quickly learn new processes and technologies, and to adapt to changesin sequences and timelines.
    • Strong communication skills, including written and verbal, to explain highly technicalconcepts to a non-technical audience, capable of writing basic documentation.
    • Ability to provide superior customer service to everyone by responding in a courteousand efficient manner.
    IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security or related field,significant work experience may be substituted for a degree
    • Two (2) to five (5) years of related experience in Cyber Security, preferred
    V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND/OR CERTIFICATES
    • Valid driver's license
    • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or CompTIA Security+Certification or equivalentVI. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Subject to a background investigation and pre-employment physical and drug testing
    • The Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct depositwith a financial institution to receive their bi-weekly pay.
    • Required to be available for duty at all hours (24x7) as may be required in the event of acyber security incident.
    • Required to travel to all Authority locations as needed.



    ***If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the on-line application In addition to the online application, please attach a current resume.

    The Delaware River and Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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