Information Technology Security Administrator - Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Overview

The Clark County Department of Aviation (DOA) is seeking qualified candidates for the Information Technology Security Administrator position. This role is crucial for providing information technology security administration and enhancing DOA’s network security, cybersecurity operations, and risk and compliance programs. Responsibilities include maintaining and advancing the DOA’s cybersecurity programs such as Security Information Event Management, Network Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Email Security, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Application Security, Cloud Security, Threat Hunting and Intelligence, OSINT, Infrastructure Protection, and Cybersecurity Awareness Training.

Additionally, the successful candidate will engage in various cybersecurity initiatives, projects, and other duties as assigned, contributing significantly to the DOA’s cybersecurity posture.

NOTE:
This is an open and continuous recruitment; scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Employee Services.

Note:
This position is confidential and excluded from membership in the union. Further, this classification is designated exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and is therefore not eligible for overtime.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill the current vacancy located in the Information Systems (IS) division, and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Employee Services.

Employee Services reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Management Information Systems, or related field AND three (3) years full-time professional level experience in computer security administration, including contingency planning, preferably in a large mainframe multiprocessing environment. Possession at time of application and maintenance of a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) is preferred and may be substituted for education or experience up to five (5) years.

Possession at time of application and maintenance of a CompTIA Security+ certification may be substituted for education or experience up to two (2) years. Additionally, professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to two (2) years.

All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Licensing/Certification: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), CompTIA Security+ or similar are preferred.

Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

Residency Requirement: Permanent employees must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor vehicle registration and drivers' license laws within 90 days of employment.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsor ships or transfers for any employment positions.

Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon completion of an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted and maintain a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration.

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all prospective hires must present two original government issued IDs upon…