Lead Development Security Operations Engineer

University of Akron • Akron, OH

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About The Position

Design, implement, and maintain a complex, modern, automation deployment chain for build, test, and deployment. Validate current and future state technology architectures to assess security impact. Contribute to the architectural design of information and operational support systems, representing the security needs of the organization by providing expertise and assistance in technology projects. Build and maintain effective relationships with management, peers, and internal customers. Act as subject matter expert for assigned technologies and projects. Develop advanced alerts and reports, including correlations, enrichments, and dashboards that appropriately characterize current metrics and operational performance. Assist with the development and maintenance of Information Security policies, standards, processes, and procedures for the university.

Requirements

• Requires a minimum of 6 years of experience in Security, System or Network administration.
• Strong technical understanding of a broad range of security concepts including those related to application security, operating system security, network security, and cryptography is required.
• Must have extensive knowledge of application, infrastructure, and networking operations.
• Strong scripting or programming skills required.
• Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with infrastructure as code and infrastructure testing strategies preferred.
• Experience with vulnerability management tools and open-source penetration testing tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain a complex, modern, automation deployment chain for build, test, and deployment.
• Validate current and future state technology architectures to assess security impact.
• Contribute to the architectural design of information and operational support systems, representing the security needs of the organization by providing expertise and assistance in technology projects.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with management, peers, and internal customers.
• Act as subject matter expert for assigned technologies and projects.
• Develop advanced alerts and reports, including correlations, enrichments, and dashboards that appropriately characterize current metrics and operational performance.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of Information Security policies, standards, processes, and procedures for the university.

Benefits

• The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave.
• In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission.
• All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA).
• The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
• Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level