Security Applications Engineer, IT Specialist IV - Baltimore City Office of Information Technology

Baltimore City•City of Syracuse, NY

1d•$87,373 - $139,674

About The Position

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits Job Summary An Information Technology Specialist provides technical support to customers for personal computers, network system infrastructure equipment, including testing, updating, maintaining, and providing training on mainframe client servers and microcomputer software and hardware; responds to helpdesk requests. Work of this class may involve leading and training less experienced IT Specialists but does not involve full supervisory duties or responsibilities. Alternate market titles: Systems analyst, applications systems analyst/programmer, database specialist, systems programmer, network engineer, GIS analyst, architectural engineer, business analyst, quality improvement specialist, helpdesk analyst, security analyst.

Requirements

Education: Have a Bachelor of Science degree.
Experience: Have four years of related specialty IT experience (for example, but not limited to: system engineering, network engineering, information security, application programming, systems design, hierarchical/relational database management, GIS experience, custom report writing or developing and supporting cloud-based software integration).
Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Advanced technical credentials may be substituted for six months of experience or education.
Multiple certifications may receive additional credit towards education/experience.
Advanced technical credentials, e.g., Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), preferred.
Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, and enhancement of microcomputer systems and mainframe client servers.
Knowledge of the interrelationship of systems analysis, computer programming, and information technology operations.
Knowledge of current trends and developments in network-based communications systems.
Knowledge of computer-based communications protocols.
Skill in developing database queries and generating reports.
Skill in installing, repairing, and troubleshooting network programs, hardware, and systems.
Skill in cartographic map design, accuracy of presentation with required map components and elements, layout and design.
Ability to analyze, apply logic and solve technology problems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, management, technical co-workers and support specialists, and system users.
Ability to design complex systems consisting of a wide variety of programs, procedures, and forms.
Ability to schedule and perform preventative and corrective maintenance procedures and repairs.
Ability to write detailed technical reports and analyses.
Ability to develop a working knowledge of computer systems software and operating systems.
Ability to develop systems software and systems software testing procedures.
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-months' probation.
This position is subject to Article I, Section 7-10 of the Baltimore City Code, which mandates that the incumbent both reside and be a registered voter of Baltimore City at the time of appointment or sign a declaration of intent to become a City resident and registered voter within 6 months of the effective date of their appointment. Failure to comply with the declaration of intent will result in immediate termination.
You will also be required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.