What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Network Security Engineer position at City of Bryan?
Position Information
Posting Number
2026630
Position Title
IT Network Security Engineer
Position #
#9000219
FLSA
Exempt
Classification Type
Professional
Department
Information Technology
Job Type
Full Time
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm
Hiring Pay Rate
Depends on Qualifications
Posting Opening Date
09/25/2026
Posting Closing Date
10/09/2026
Job Summary
The Network Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining the organization’s network security infrastructure. This position ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data by protecting networks against cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and unauthorized access. Works closely with IT networking, operations, and leadership to support secure and reliable technology services.
Essential Job Functions
- Reviews security management reports and coordinated third-party security functions.
- Identifies the gaps in network design, operating effectiveness of controls and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Remains current on industry trends and evaluates new technology.
- Configures and manages secure network architectures for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
- Design & Implementation: Architects and deploys secure network solutions, including Next-Gen Firewalls (NGFW), VPNs, IDS/IPS systems, and Web Content Filters.
- Incident Response: Serves as a technical lead during security breaches or network outages, performing root cause analysis and rapid remediation.
- Vulnerability Management: Conducts regular network scans and penetration tests to identify weaknesses; oversees the hardening of network devices.
- Monitoring & Automation: Utilizes SIEM tools to monitor traffic patterns and automate response.
- Compliance: Ensures the network infrastructure meets industry standards such as NERC CIP, CJIS, PCI, etc.
- Understands industry and regulatory requirements, responds to comments from auditors and regulators, and mitigates identified risks.
- Provides guidance and technical support to IT staff and end users on security-related matters.
- Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in Computer Science, MIS, Information Technology, or similar field plus at least four (4) years of related work experience; OR a Master’s degree plus at least two (2) years of related work experience.
- Familiarity with cloud security platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud).
- Experience supporting public sector, enterprise, or highly regulated environments is preferred.
Equivalent combinations of related education, experience, certification, and training may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Applicable information security administration, management, governance, and compliance principles, practices, laws, rules, and regulations.
- Cybersecurity standard frameworks, controls, technology, and solutions.
- Information technology systems and processes, network infrastructure, data architecture, data processes, and protocols.
- Networking Protocols: Deep understanding of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, and TLS/SSL.
- Security Hardware: Hands-on experience with vendors like Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Cisco ASA/Firepower, or Check Point.
- Cloud Security: Proficiency in securing hybrid environments (AWS VPCs, Azure VNETs, or Google Cloud Armor).
- Encryption: Strong knowledge of IPsec, SSL VPNs, and PKI infrastructure.
Ability to:
- Take the initiative to learn individual job tasks and continue to broaden knowledge levels by willingly accepting new responsibilities and attending training to advance skills.
- Work independently and/or with limited direction, as well as cooperatively in a team environment.
- Demonstrate collaborative, respectful, and productive work habits.
- Identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities.
- Prepare clear, concise and complete reports, correspondence and other written materials.
- Anticipate, identify and effectively resolve various issues and problems.
- Take full ownership of assigned tasks and projects, ensuring they are completed accurately, on time, and to a high standard with minimal supervision.
- Maintain the absolute confidentiality of sensitive files, data, and materials accessed, discussed, or observed while working with City staff.
- Prepare a variety of reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
- Be constantly alert and aware of safe working practices and workplace hazards; ability to initiate positive and appropriate corrective action in the event of a sudden accident or equipment failure.
- Comply with all City and departmental policies and procedures and meet attendance and punctuality guidelines.
- Provide management with clear, accurate, and constructive advice and information related to job responsibilities and technical decisions.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate effectively with the public and other required entities.
Skills:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Ability to respond effectively under pressure during security incidents
- Attention to detail and commitment to security best practices
Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements
Licenses:
- Texas Class C driver’s license with a good driving record as measured by the City’s evaluation system.
Special Requirements:
- After-hours technical support will occasionally be required; must be able to respond and escalate within posted time constraints.
- Must be able to access Texas Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) System data. As a result, the person selected for the position cannot possess a felony or Class A misdemeanor conviction; or a Class B misdemeanor conviction within the past 10 years.
- Must be able to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
Certifications:
- Additional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security , CCNP Security, or similar are a plus.
Certificate Pay Program:
- The City of Bryan IT Department provides a Certificate Pay Program (CPP). New employees are eligible after the first 90 days of employment. Employee must be in good standing to qualify.
- The primary goal of the IT CPP is to develop the technical skills of the IT staff to improve/focus on the overall service level of IT support services.
- Receive up to $450/month in certification pay for qualifying certificates.
- Reimbursement is available for qualifying passed certificate exams while employed by the City of Bryan IT.
Physical Demands
Physical demands include but are not limited to: sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, standing, walking, driving, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, using hands and fingers to operate office equipment and machines, and occasionally lifting and/or moving objects up to and including 25 pounds.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an office setting or a well-lighted and temperature-controlled working environment.
Equipment
Work shall be performed with tools, appliances, and equipment approved by those agencies and bodies that have control, authority, or approval of the design working ranges or limitations of those items; the employee has the responsibility to conform to those ranges and limitations.
Equipment may include but is not limited to: multi-line telephone, computers, computer peripherals, printers, fax machines, copiers, scanners, and vehicles.
Equipment may include but is not limited to: multi-line telephone, computers, computer peripherals, printers, fax machines, copiers, scanners, and vehicles.
Additional Notes/Instructions for Applicants
This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an ‘at-will’ relationship.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an ‘at-will’ relationship.
Quicklink for Posting
https://www.bryantxjobs.com/postings/5180
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan