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    information security specialist - Chicago, United States - Cook County Government

    Cook County Government
    Cook County Government Chicago, United States

    1 week ago

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    Job Summary

    Under the direction of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) or designee, serves as a technical expert to assist in the administration of Information Technology (IT) security and privacy services across the County's network. Monitors and utilizes information security technologies for the identification of suspicious and malicious activities and inadequate security practices. Analyzes and monitors security violations, alerts and malware detection reports. Audits and enforces security and privacy policies and collaborates with technology partners, support representatives and IT management to coordinate and remediate security vulnerabilities. Performs other duties as assigned. **This is a grant funded position.** Attention Applicants: Please be advised that the County's job titles are under review and may be subject to change. Changes to job titles listed in postings for County vacancies will not impact the posted salary range.

    Minimum Qualifications

  • High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate is required.
  • Six (6) years of full-time work experience in one of the following fields: technical security control architecture and design; information security solutions engineering; security solutions engineering; security technology implementation; security service delivery; or security application development is required.
  • Valid driver's license is required.

    • OR

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree is required.
  • Four (4) years of full-time work experience in one of the following fields: technical security control architecture and design; information security solutions engineering; security solutions engineering; security technology implementation; security service delivery; or security application development is required.
  • Valid driver's license is required.

    • OR

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree is required.
  • Two (2) years of full-time work experience in one of the following fields: technical security control architecture and design; information security solutions engineering; security solutions engineering; security technology implementation; security service delivery; or security application development is required.
  • Valid drivers' license is required.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • An Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Science, or Management Information Systems.
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH); Global Information Assurance Certification Incident Handler (GCIH); or Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certifications; Certification as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
  • Experience with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST); Payment Card Industry (PCI); Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX); International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 27001; Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA); or the Illinois Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).

    • This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.

    Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit the required document.

    * Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by either the World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
  • Knowledge of IT security theory; technologies; policies and best practices; and enterprise architectures.
  • Knowledge of network architecture, operations and protocols.
  • Knowledge of secure network/systems configuration management, as well as an understanding of networking concepts and devices.
  • Ability to work 24/7 including holidays and weekends. Knowledge of application development methodologies and regulatory regulations.
  • Knowledge of incident handling and response. Knowledge of active directory environments as well as virtual and mobile technologies.
  • Knowledge of Information Security functions and complex enterprise architecture security lockdowns.
  • Skill in time management as it relates to incidents.
  • Ability to work independently and simultaneously to manage multiple complex projects at different phases.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to document requirements, designs, communication plans, project plans, project status reports and other relevant project-related issues.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • This position requires moderate to extensive travel to work assignments throughout Cook County.

    • Physical Requirements

    Sedentary Work

    Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

    The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

    VETERAN'S PREFERENCE When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
  • MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
  • IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION "Are you a military veteran?"
  • ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).

    • The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge.

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