Network & Systems Security Specialist

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABLILIES: (90%)

• Assist in the design and implementation of security controls to address risks in the environment. This includes, but not limited to, the configuration and management of Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, Endpoint Threats, Application Security, and Vulnerability Management.
• Assist in the design, technical review and implementation for new network infrastructure hardware and network operating systems for voice and data communication networks.
• Monitor and analyze security related events, alerts and investigations.
• Monitor and analyze system performance, system reliability and security.
• Troubleshooting of issues and testing across multiple platforms and applications.
• Generate reports from various security systems as needed.
• Support incident response efforts by identifying, analyzing, and escalating potential security threats.
• Help maintain and promote security policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Assists with special projects as directed by Management.
• Participates in an on-call rotation with other IT staff members.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: (10%)

• Travel to other branches as needed to support ongoing technological initiatives.
• Adhere to compliance procedures and participate in required training.
• Other duties may be assigned.

ROLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent work experience.

Experience

• At least five years of experience in IT security, and experience in providing desktop/network support.
• Strong knowledge of advanced security technologies, such as firewalls, endpoint threat protection, log monitoring, and other security tools.
• Strong knowledge of network technologies, such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, switches, access points, VOIP devices, and other communication devices.
• Working knowledge of ticketing and change management software.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Technical abilities to create, develop, and manage bank applications.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Customer service focused.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer information.
• Resourceful, well organized and ability to multi-task.
• Effective problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong ethical focus.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

• Meets or exceeds annual goals.
• Compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Implements process improvements-time and cost savings, and quality improvements.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed largely within the Bank with limited chance for personal injury.  Prolonged and frequent mental and visual concentration required.  Periodic stressful situations in response to multiple priorities within established deadlines.  Work hours are generally during normal business hours.  Unscheduled evening and weekend work may be needed to meet the needs of customers and employees.  Occasional out-of-town and overnight business travel may be required. Work on some Saturdays will be required.  Must be able to lift and move up to 20 pounds of office supplies and equipment.  Some bending, turning, and twisting required.

GENERAL NOTICE:

This position description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position and should not be interpreted as all inclusive.  It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the position.  The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties.  All requirements are subject to change and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. 

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Bank and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the Bank and requirements of the position change.