Information Security Engineer

Jefferson County•Golden, CO

3d•$118,000 - $122,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Information Security Engineer is responsible for enhancing and maintaining the security that protects Jefferson County’s data, systems, and networks. Provide expert recommendations and hands on guidance, while influencing and collaborating with operational IT teams, law enforcement agencies, and external security organizations to foster a culture adhering to the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability principles of information security. Evaluate new technologies throughout the organization for security concerns, successfully advocating adoption of security principles, maintaining security technologies, and promoting security awareness. Design and implement security solutions, mitigate cybersecurity threats, and ensure compliance with government security policies and regulations. This position operates on a hybrid schedule of 40 hours per week. The role is primarily remote, with one scheduled in-office day per week and additional on-site work as needed.

Requirements

At least three (3) years of professional, hands-on experience designing, implementing, supporting, or securing IT systems, networks, applications, or cloud environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Broad operating system knowledge, Windows (workstation and Server), Linux, mobile operating systems.
Strong security knowledge to include firewall, IDS/IPS, web server security, wireless security, cloud, OT, and cryptography.
Experience designing, implementing, integrating, and maintaining enterprise cybersecurity technologies, including Active EDR, SIEM, database security, and vulnerability management.
Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g. Python, PowerShell) for automation and security monitoring.
Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining security automation solutions using scripting, APIs, workflow automation, and orchestration tools to improve operational efficiency and strengthen cybersecurity operations.
Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001.
Familiarity with compliance regulations relevant to government entities (CJIS, HIPAA, PCI, PII).
Strong knowledge of ITIL or equivalent methodology.
Strong decision-making capabilities, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate one.
Strong problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills.
Day-to-day general management of cybersecurity.
Strong customer service skills in various formats and settings.
Professional verbal and written communication in presentations, written communication, and oral discussion.
Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences and adjust communication from executives to end users.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with other team members of different backgrounds and levels of experience.
Proven ability to create business cases, make recommendations, and deliver projects.
Ability to hit the ground running and move from high-level goals to tactical roadmaps.
Possess a growth mindset and ability to consistently demonstrate a positive demeanor, good attitude and behavior in the workplace.
Self-motivated and possessing of a high sense of urgency and personal integrity.
Highest ethical standards and values.
A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.

Nice To Haves

Five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant experience.
OSCP, OSEP, GIAC CSEC, CISSP, CISM, CIPM or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

Performs all duties of a cybersecurity analyst: Provides cybersecurity support, identification, analysis, issue resolution, and implementation and integration of cybersecurity solutions
Monitors and evaluates security alerts and analyzes security data to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities
Assists in conducting routine vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
Assists in incident identification, analysis, and containment, and the development, maintenance, and implementation of cybersecurity incident response plans
Participates in the configuration and maintenance of security tools
Recommends configuration changes and standards to improve security posture
Assists with required auditing and assessment functions, and in creating and updating security documentation and reports
Assists with providing security awareness training
Compiles metrics for information security to allow for trending to assist in reviews of current processes, identify awareness needs, and facilitate measurement for continuous improvement
Collaborates with senior security team members on various projects
Keeps current on security technology and security news
Serves as a primary escalation point during incidents, to both aide in mitigation and containment, as well as offer strategic insight and recommendations to strengthen incident response protocols and prevent reoccurrence
Researches, designs, and implements cyber security solutions for organization systems and products that comply with all applicable security policies, standards, and regulations (e.g., PCI, CJIS, HIPAA)
Works with IT and internal and external business partners to perform in-depth security assessments and risk analyses to ensure that security is factored in the evaluation, selection, installation and configuration process of hardware and software.
Collaborates with software development teams to ensure secure coding practices are followed.
Provides support for user access management and account provisioning.
Analyzes and makes recommendations to improve network, system and application architectures.
Examines network, server, and application logs to determine trends and identify security incidents.
Assists in the review and update of cyber security policies, architectures and standards.
Assists in responding to audits, penetration tests and vulnerability assessments.
Mentors and provides guidance to junior team members.
Researches emerging security technologies, threats, vulnerabilities, regulatory changes, and industry trends and best practices to ensure compliance and proactive security measures.
Other duties as assigned.