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Arlington County, VA Hiring for CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER Job at Arlington, VA Full Time
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Position Information
Arlington County, VA Government, one of the most progressive local governments in the country, seeks the services of a CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER.
A stone’s throw from the nation’s capital, Arlington County offers a challenging and exciting work environment, a competitive salary, continuous career growth, and an excellent employee benefits package. Arlington has been named the No. 1 ‘Digital County’ in the nation for its size by the Center for Digital Government and the National Association of Counties. The award recognizes counties that are leaders in the innovative use of information and communications technology.
The Cybersecurity Engineer will report to the Information Security Team within the Security, Privacy, and Regulatory Affairs Division. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of IT security policy recommendations and for providing complex technical knowledge in support of the team’s operational responsibilities.
Responsibilities include:
- Proactively evaluating the County’s IT Security policy and practice and make recommendations as to how the County might adopt best practices;
- Remaining current on existing and emerging technologies to assist in the development and management of the County’s security posture in an ever-evolving threat landscape;
- Performing security analysis and system monitoring, coordinating responses to incidents, and providing reports on cybersecurity incidents, impacts, and remediation;
- Configuring security components of network and endpoint devices, firewalls, and virtual private network (VPN) appliances, network access control (NAC) systems, security information, event management (SIEM) systems and intrusion detection systems (IDS/IPS);
- Managing requests and inquiries and resolving issues escalated from the Technology Services Center; and
- Building test network and endpoint device prototypes to assess and analyze system vulnerability.
Selection Criteria
An online application is required.
MINIMUMS:
- A combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems management, or an equivalent field; plus
- Substantial operational cybersecurity experience with complex networks and endpoint systems.
SUBSTITUTION: Additional full-time qualifying experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
DESIRABLES:
- Certification in one or more Information Security professional tracks (SANS, ISC2, ISACA, EC Council, CompTIA, or similar).
- Real-world knowledge of information security policy frameworks, systems, networks, and applications; and
- Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and threats via professional groups, trade publications, internal and external training, independent research, and study, etc.
Special Requirements
Your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire are considered part of the selection process for this position. Do not enter “see resume” as a response to questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A pre-hire background check will be conducted on the finalist(s) in order to be eligible for appointment. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
COVID-19: Arlington County Government is committed to the health, safety and wellness for all staff. In support of that commitment, all current and newly hired employees are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination. For those qualified employees with a disability or sincerely held religious belief which prohibits them from receiving a vaccine, you will be able to contact the Office of Human Rights to request a reasonable accommodation. Adherence to this policy is a condition of employment.
Additional Information
Work hours: This is a flexible 40-hour per week position on Monday-Friday. Occasional evenings, nights and weekends may be required for system upgrades or maintenance.
