UMass Global Hiring for IT Security Administrator Job at Irvine, CA Full Time

About University of Massachusetts Global:

University of Massachusetts Global, is a private, nonprofit institution and affiliate of the University of Massachusetts system. Accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission the university offers undergraduate, graduate, credential, and certificate programs designed to be relevant to more than 90 career paths and serves nearly 23,000 students. The 2022 U.S. News & World Report “Best Online Programs” rankings featured University of Massachusetts Global in seven categories.

UMass Global employees are eligible to participate in a hybrid flexible work arrangement benefit (two days per month onsite) with approval of their supervisor, through the University’s Voluntary Flexible Work Arrangement Program.

New hires must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any boosters recommended by the CDC) and demonstrate proof of vaccination upon hire, unless approved for a disability or religious accommodation or are exempt from the requirement under state law.

The Security Administrator provides management and support for security applications, security services, and monitoring solutions for all network and systems infrastructure. This position is responsible for all aspects of information security and protects the physical and virtual data resources of the university. This position is also responsible for the desktop, mobile, and network security. New hires must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and demonstrate proof of vaccination including booster upon hire, unless approved for a disability or religious accommodation. UMass Global employees are eligible to participate in a hybrid flexible work arrangement benefit (including up to three days per week of remote work), with approval of their supervisor, through the University’s Voluntary Flexible Work Arrangement Program.
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform vulnerability and penetration tests and identify and develop resolutions plans for risks.
• Work with internal teams to develop security protocols and solutions to improve university security posture.
• Monitor IT infrastructure for security related events and analyze and resolve any issues in coordination with the Systems and Net/Comms teams.
• Coordinate with the Systems team to ensure daily backups are monitored and are successful.
• Coordinate with the Net/Comms team to ensure firewalls and network equipment are updated routinely.
• Develop and maintain SEIM solution for monitoring security logs and incidents.
• Utilize auditing and reporting mechanisms to ensure all incidents and events are documented.
• Evaluate, monitor, and report to leadership the network and systems security issues and vulnerabilities.
• Monitor industry security trends and provide security improvement recommendations to the Technical Services Leadership.
• Provide high-quality support to university customers. Work with teams and team members to provide our customers an excellent experience.

• Perform other duties, as assigned

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• 3 years of a combination of Systems Administration and Security Administration experience. Proven experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator, or similar role.
• Experience with network and system security scanning
• Experience with network (LAN, WAN) security, intrusion detection and response.
• Experience and knowledge of firewall management (Specifically CISCO, Palo Alto firewalls, and Web Application Firewalls).
• Experience and knowledge of Cloud Security (AWS and Azure).
• Experience and knowledge of WAF Security.
• Experience with Microsoft Security platforms including Microsoft Defender for Identity, Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Sentinel, and Azure Multifactor Authentication (MFA), Azure Virtual Private Network (VPN), and Microsoft 365 security and compliance center.
• Experience and knowledge of industry trends and best practices for security, including knowledge in using Cisco, Meraki, Palo Alto, AWS, and Microsoft technologies.
• Experience and knowledge in Cloud hosting instance management and creation (AWS and Azure).

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• An understanding and experience with computer, network, and security systems.
• Good interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to exercise independent thinking and judgment to carry out duties in a timely manner, even when faced with interruptions, distractions, and fluctuating workload.
• Strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Ability to lead/manage multiple projects from concept to implementation

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education.
• Technical Certifications (Examples: Security+, CCSP, CISM, CISSP, etc.)
• Prior experience providing support in an academic environment.

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices and Software: Standard office software and desktop devices.

Contact with Students: Frequent Contact with Faculty and/or Staff:

Frequent Contact with Vendors: Occasional

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Position may be required to work flexible hours, particularly given campuses’ extended hours of operation, and may require occasional weekend and/or evening work. Occasional travel to campuses may be necessary. Applicants for this position are subject to a background check and a criminal history review.

Equal Employment Opportunity -UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of age, ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), disability (mental and physical), marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, national origin (including language use restrictions), race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and/ related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.09 – $41.16 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location