Data Center Network Security Engineer- Cook; Information System Analyst II, Opt. N

The Department of Innovation and Technology seeks a Data Center Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure data center network communications and security infrastructure. This role involves configuring firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, micro-segmentation technologies, and supporting infrastructure while collaborating with stakeholders on secure architecture requirements. The position is based in Chicago and offers a hybrid work schedule with union benefits and competitive pay.

• Four years of college coursework in computer science or related field
• Three years of professional experience in data center network security, including secure architecture design and implementation
• Three years of enterprise firewall administration experience with diverse firewall models (Palo/Cisco)
• Three years of experience with OSI Model Layers 1-7, network diagnostic tools, and packet analyzers like Wireshark
• Professional experience with intrusion detection/prevention systems and network security systems
• Knowledge of micro-segmentation technologies, application load balancers, and internet filtering solutions