Senior Security Engineer - Technology Solutions Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/jacksonvillefl/jobs/newprint/4833793) Apply  Senior Security Engineer - Technology Solutions Location Jacksonville, FL Job Type Appointed Employee Job Number 2025-06434 Department TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS Opening Date 02/14/2025 Closing Date Continuous + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!! The Technology Solutions Department is actively seeking a Senior Security Engineer. Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments. This position reports to the Information Security Officer. The position serves as a lead information security engineer and is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting all aspects of Information Security Technologies, specifically virus protection, account admin, technical controls that support physical security, web filter, and risk assessment tools. The position oversees installation and configuration of devices and machines for security and functionality. Examples of Work Primary responsibilities shall include the following: + Serves as lead information security engineer for new project installments. + Provides guidance and work leadership to less experienced/non-senior information security team members and may have supervisory responsibility; may serve as a technical team or task lead. + Depending upon assignment, duties include configuration of enterprise level security appliances (i.e., Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems, and Security Incident and Event Management systems). Configuration tasks require knowledge of creating complex rule sets through command line interface and/or graphical user interface. + Participates in long-range enterprise technical planning by providing consultative direction, recommendations, and authoritative engineering judgment in the decision-making process for future efforts. + Partners closely with Enterprise Architects to assist with the design of infrastructure solutions to meet business requirements. + Oversees hardware and software installations, upgrades and maintenance of network infrastructure and components as directed; primarily in the area of virus protection, account admin, technical controls that support physical security, web filter, and risk assessment tools. + Provides Network tier 2/3 support to ITD groups and customers by serving as escalation point of contact for all technologies supported by the Enterprise Information Security team. + Recognizes trends in incoming issue reports (tickets) to access appropriate triage level for resolution suggestions to develop. + Designs, reviews, documents, maintain and troubleshoot all aspects of the Information Security infrastructure and recommend necessary improvements. + Researches, analyzes, tests, and compares new and existing technologies and equipment as required. + Maintains proactive awareness of new technologies and trends within the field of information security and evaluate the appropriateness of this technology for COJ. + Updates documentation of existing, new, and proposed information security architecture and configurations. + Updates and maintains Information Security Enterprise Infrastructure designs. + Uses network protocol analyzer efficiently (i.e., Observer, Wire Shark, etc.) to troubleshoot and gather network statistics. + Uses information security monitoring tools efficiently and effectively (i.e., Web Filtering, End Point Virus Protection, badge, and access systems). + Identifies pro-active measures to improve information security quality and performance. Clearly document and report findings to senior leadership. + Monitors and documents information security operational statistics (usage, performance, security/access, errors, availability, etc.) + Performs job related duties as required. Open Requirements/Supplemental Information Position Requirements: + Seven (7) years of education and/or experience in information technology. + At least three (3) years of experience in information security technologies and design. + Possession of the CISSP will count towards two years of experience. + Must be proficient in MS Visio, Excel, and Word. Preferred + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field. + Preferred Certifications: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: + A valid driver's license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class. + Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain, and maintain during employment in this class the City of Jacksonville certification as a public driver. OTHER REQUIREMENTS : + Depending upon assignment, may be required to obtain specialized certifications. + Must pass the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background screening performed by the Jacksonville Sherriff’s Office prior to appointment. + Within 30 days of appointment date to classification, acquire and maintain the appropriate level of Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) certification which corresponds to the job responsibilities. The level will be determined by current CJIS guidelines and may change periodically. Certification is obtained by successfully completing a web-based training course and test which covers physical security, incident response, the protection of information and other IT specific security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks. A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.jacksonville.gov. Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. REQUIRED: DOCUMENTS: The below documents are required with your application: + Resume + College Transcript- When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. U.S. transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred The application system works best with Google Chrome or Edge with Chromium web browsers. Please try to apply using one of these browsers.To ensure you receive email notifications, be suretomake “info@governmentjobs.com” a trusted sender. You may also track the status of your application and see notifications by logging into your account. Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled. If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference. If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to: Florida Department of Veterans Affairs Attention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K Largo, FL 33778-1630 Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us The City of Jacksonville provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care, parking, and transit expenses; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships. Please visit the Employee Benefits website for details on all the plans we offer. www.coj.net/benefits 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application? + Yes + No 02 Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future? + Yes + No 03 A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field is preferred. Do you possess such a degree? If yes, you MUST attach your college transcript to your application. + Yes + No 04 If you have a degree, indicate which degree you have and include any major/minor. If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. 05 Do you have seven (7) years of education and/or experience in information technology? + Yes, I have 7 years or more. + No, I have less than 7 years. 06 Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience. 07 Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience. 08 If you answered "yes" to question #5, do have at least three (3) years of experience in information security technologies and design? + Yes, I have at least 3 years of experience. + No, I have less than 3 years of experience. 09 Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience. 10 Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience. 11 Possession of the CISSP will count towards two years of experience. Do you have this certification? If yes, please attach a copy of your CISSP certification to your application. + I have read the above statement and understand what is required. 12 Are you proficient in MS Visio, Excel and Word? + I am proficient with all three of the listed applications. + I am proficient with one or two of the listed applications. + None of the above. 13 Do you have a valid motor vehicle operator license that is not under suspension/revocation or restricted under any pending or current citations/court proceedings? Please indicate which license you possess. + FL Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) + FL Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) + FL Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL) + FL Class E Driver License + GA Standard Driver's License + GA Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) + GA Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) + GA Class C Commercial Driver's License (CDL) + License from another State. + Learner Permit + My license is currently invalid. + I do not possess any type of Driver's License. 14 If you have a State of FL license, does your license currently have one or more of these restrictions? + C or 1 - Business Purpose Only + D or H - Employment Purposes + P or 2 – Probation Interlock Device + S or I – Other Restriction + Two or more of these restrictions. + I have an out of state license. + None of the above. 15 Have you been cited for more than three (3) moving violations, or two (2) at fault accidents within the past 12 months from current date? + Yes + No 16 Have you been convicted of Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) in any state during the last 36 months from current date? + Yes + No 17 Have you been considered a "Habitual Traffic Offender" (HTO) within the past 12 months from current date? + Yes + No 18 I consent to the City of Jacksonville using the driver's license information I have provided to access a driver's license report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. I understand if one was accessed with relation to this application, a copy will be provided to me upon request. + Yes, the City of Jacksonville has my consent to check my driver's license. + No, I do not wish to give consent to the City of Jacksonville to check my driver's license. + I do not possess a valid driver's license. 19 Provide your full Driver's License or Identification number. For out of state license, please include the state. If a correct number is not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process. 20 Depending upon assignment, may be required to obtain specialized certifications. + I have read the above statement and understand what is required. 21 Must pass the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background screening performed by the Jacksonville Sherriff's Office prior to appointment. + I have read the above statement and understand what is required. 22 Within 30 days of appointment date to classification, acquire and maintain the appropriate level of Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) certification which corresponds to the job responsibilities. The level will be determined by current CJIS guidelines and may change periodically. Certification is obtained by successfully completing a web-based training course and test which covers physical security, incident response, the protection of information and other IT specific security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks. + I have read the above statement and understand what is required. 23 If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you don't live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS. Please download the forms at http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference + Yes, I am claiming veterans preference and I understand that I MUST download the appropriate form and attach it to my application. + No, I am not claiming veterans preference and this does not apply to me. 24 A resume is required. If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. College transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the name of the school, type of degree, classes taken, grades received and date degree was conferred. NOTE: A copy of your diploma does not meet this requirement. Transcripts from colleges outside of the U.S. must be converted to U.S. Standards. If required documents are not provided your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process. + I have read the above statement and understand what is required. Required Question Employer City of Jacksonville Address 117 W. Duval St. Suite 100 Jacksonville, Florida, 32202 Website http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services.aspx Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email