Network and IT Security Administrator

City of San Luis•Fernando Padilla City Building, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Information Technology Manager, the Network and IT Security Administrator ensures the secure operation of the City's computer systems, servers, network infrastructure and other communications systems, as well as the integrity and confidentiality of data and vital electronic infrastructure to ensure compliance with the City's information security data access policies and network regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with major course work in Computer Science or a related field AND Two (2) years of experience working with network devices and one (1) year of networking security experience, OR Any combination of education, certification, and experience that results in the successful performance of the job.
Extensive experience with information technology and network security methods and infrastructures; extensive experience with WAN/LAN multiple server systems administration, information processing, telecommunications, and troubleshooting Internet.
Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) - Terminal Operator Certification (TOC).
CompTIA Network+ Certification at the time of appointment.
A valid Arizona driver's license at the time of appointment.
Residency in the United States and within 25 miles of the City of San Luis.

Nice To Haves

CompTIA Security+ Certification
Bilingual in Spanish
San Luis residency

Responsibilities

Perform evaluation, analysis, design and maintenance of the computer network and technical security architecture for the City-wide enterprise to include LAN, WAN, Internet, Intranet, Security, Wireless, Video, Cloud, and Monitoring Tools.
Develop, implement, and maintain policies for network intrusion, business continuity, disaster & recover, and backup procedures.
Monitor existing and proposed state and federal regulations affecting information cyber security laws and network security standards.
Develop, plan and implement goals and objectives to achieve smooth and efficient network operations and information security infrastructure.
Develop and coordinate procedures to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility of data and network security software.
Conduct periodic audits of internal data, network efficiency and security; analyzes intrusion incidents of information security breaches and identifies remediation actions.
Facilitate established reporting process and interdepartmental compliance to ensure security and privacy practices assurance.
Provide training and technical oversight of network operations and cyber security resources to staff.
May lead team of employees, contractors and technical experts in scalable network design, implementation and operations.
Provide leadership in decision making on vendor selection for network operations projects and staff augmentation.
Prepare and monitor the budget for network operations and cyber security projects.
Maintain VPN’s, Firewalls, antivirus, redundancy/backup/recovery systems
Perform related duties as required.