Network Security Engineer

Job Title

Network Security Engineer Operational Technology (OT) (3024)

DPU-E Distribution & Engineering, 1392 Aurora Ave., Suite 100

$94,971.26 – $ per year, commensurate with credentials and experience. Pay Grade: E250.

• Assist in the installation, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of network security infrastructure such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and secure connectivity solutions.
• Implement best practices in compliance with NERC/CIP where applicable.
• Monitor security advisories and support application of required security updates, patches, and preventative measures across networked systems.
• Use security and diagnostic tools to conduct basic testing of services, devices, and network components to validate proper operation of patches and implemented controls.
• Review audit logs to identify potential security threats and assist in maintaining network monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and intrusion detection programs.
• Support sustainable encryption, remote access, and secure communication strategies for internal users and systems.
• Collaborate with Network Security Engineers and the broader IT team on projects involving system integration, monitoring enhancements, and defense‑in‑depth improvements.
• Assist in preparing procedures, technical documentation, diagrams, and reports to document security activities and provide reference materials.
• Help train technical support staff on security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Stay informed on industry trends, technologies, and emerging threats to support continuous improvement of the organization’s security posture.
• Provide backup support to Network Security Engineers and System Administrators, assuming administrative responsibilities as assigned.
• Assist in resolving escalated end‑user issues and support general technical troubleshooting as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 3 years of professional experience in the network security or cybersecurity fields.
• Demonstrated experience in the cybersecurity, network security, information security analysis, or cyber security fields.
• Valid Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Sec) or CompTIA Security+ certification, or the ability to obtain one of these certifications within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Valid State of Illinois driver’s license.