IT Security Administrator

SALARY:  $63,924 - $102,278 Annually DOQ
OPPORTUNITY:  Open Competitive
OPENING DATE:  April 21, 2008     
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

JOB ELEMENTS INCLUDE :

• Administers an enterprise wide security strategy to manage and protect existing technology assets and data.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal requirements regarding the management and protection of critical data.
• Develop standards and procedures for network vulnerability/threat analysis and risk assessments.
• Evaluate network threat analysis data and risk assessment results to identify and recommend appropriate security controls and solutions.
• Advise and make recommendations regarding the administration of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, antivirus and other security applications.
• Review existing policy and procedural documents to verify compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements and internal standards.  Develops policies and procedures as necessary.
• Issue recommendations and configuration changes based on analysis of network security devices reports and data output.
• Maintain awareness of best practices and new technology related to security management.
• Work with consultants and vendors to review and recommend security strategies.
• Provide guidance, technical assistance and mentoring to staff and departments as necessary.
• Work with technical staff to suggest, modify or implement necessary changes to enhance security.
• Consult with city departments regarding the implementation of approved security controls.
• Identifies improvement opportunities.  Examples include but not limited to tools, processes, procedures, installation, configuration and troubleshooting techniques.
• Physically lift 50 pounds to waist height.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Management Systems or Engineering and five years of work experience in computer or information technology security. Industry standard certification in Security+ or CISSP is a plus.  Any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, is qualifying.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  Valid Arizona driver's license.  Ability to work overtime, shifts, weekends and holidays as required.

SELECTION PROCESS:  Applications will be screened for the minimum qualifications and special requirements.  Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and special requirements will be placed on an eligibility list.  Eligibility lists are active for up to six months.  Human Resources reserves the right to terminate or extend the life of an eligibility list at any time.  The hiring department will contact those candidates they wish to test and/or interview. DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

All candidates are subject to an extensive background check, including but not limited to, Department of Public Safety and FBI background investigations.  Applicants must be truthful and accurate and avoid providing inconsistent information, incorrect dates, partial or incomplete information when completing the application and any supplemental forms.  Falsifying or omitting information during any stage of the selection process, may make you ineligible for consideration or continued City employment.

PREFERENCE POINTS:  If you are eligible for Employment Preference Points under Arizona Revised Statute 38-492, please complete an Employment Preference Point Form, available in Human Resources, and submit with your application.

A RESUME MAY ONLY SERVE AS A SUPPLEMENT TO YOUR APPLICATION