Senior Information Security Specialist Bureau Of Technology - Actively - Grant Funded

Senior Information Security Specialist

Serve as a senior technical expert to assist in the design and administration of Information Technology (IT) security architecture and privacy services across the network. Monitor and utilize information security technologies for the identification of suspicious and malicious activities and inadequate security practices as they relate to IT security architecture. Oversee analysis and monitor of security violations, alerts and malware detection reports prepared by a third-party vendor.

Serve as the senior liaison regarding all security vulnerabilities reported. This position is Actively Recruited and s position is Grant Funded.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher is required.
• Four (4) years in Information Technology (IT), Networking, Security or directly related experience is required.
• A valid driver's license is required. This position is considered a safety-sensitive position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of IT security theory, technologies, policies/best practices, and enterprise architectures and knowledge of network architecture, operations and protocols.
• Ability to work 24/7 including holidays and weekends.
• Knowledge of secure network/systems configuration management as well as an understanding of networking concepts and devices. Knowledge of application development methodologies and regulatory regulations.
• Knowledge of active directory environments, virtual and mobile technologies, Information Security functions, and complex enterprise architecture security lockdowns.
• 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.
• Ability to independently guide staff in area of specialization to drive business success.
• Ability to provide in-depth insight, advice and expertise to other professionals, management, and external contacts in an assigned functional area.
• Ability to operate as a senior team member and communicate advanced specialized knowledge to team members, leaders, and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of complex principles and practices for a specialized area of focus.

Physical Requirements:

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.

Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Voluntary Benefits
• You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Salary: $99,058 - $109,309 yearly " This position may be eligible for a signing bonus."

This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination. Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years.

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44.

Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.