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Network Security Engineer

Exempt - Grade Level 10

Equal Employment Opportunity

Corporate Values & Mission

“Provide superior service, quality advice and show utmost respect to everyone we meet.”

General Summary

This position will play a pivotal role in assisting the VP Network Security in maintaining the security of the organization’s computer systems and networks. They assist with the implementation of measures that effectively safeguard sensitive data in the event of a cyber-attack. They will act as a mentor to the Microsoft Administrator by contributing to the maintenance of the Microsoft 365 environment (covering SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange, Intune, Teams, etc.); assisting in on-premise and cloud infrastructure implementations and consistently applying effective cybersecurity best practices. This role will also work with the Network Services team in developing and implementing system hardening configurations and auditing systems to verify proper security measures are in place and active when new systems and hardware are deployed.

Reports To: VP, Network Security

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with development of network security standards and best practices for the organization.
• Research network products, services, protocols and standards to create optimal network and cloud design topologies and configurations.
• Operate network management tools to analyze system inventory, configuration, changes, events, security, logs and errors.
• Ensure system & security alerts are analyzed, triaged for severity, and dealt with accordingly to ensure the bank’s systems and data remain secure.
• Evaluate and recommend for purchase, networking hardware, software and other network related applications.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of networking contracts and assist with contract-based installations as assigned.
• Assist with Change Management, Security, Availability, Capacity and Continuity processes.
• Help create and maintain technology strategic plan.
• Assist with the Bank’s Business Continuity Plan and the IT Risk assessment.
• Respond to emergency network outages and security incidents in accordance with business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
• Collaborate with Information Security Officer (ISO) on NIST CRI and Third-party information security vendor alerts/findings.
• Resolve all IT audit/exam items as assigned.
• Prepare and recommend solutions to system problems and new technology.
• Troubleshoot and research problems experienced by user departments.
• Participate in the development and implementation of departmental goals and objectives with senior management, including project prioritization and classification of strategic, tactical, maintenance, and other bank projects.
• Advise VP and SVP on budget needs and monitor actual expenses to budgeted expenses.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings and stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the technology and financial industry.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Be familiar with and comply with the provisions of the Bank Secrecy Act and USA PATRIOT Act as they relate to the functions of this position. Complete all required reports related to those acts and report any observed violations or potential violations of those acts to a supervisor or other appropriate bank officer.
• Be familiar with and comply with all federal and state banking regulations as applicable.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual in this position must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily and exhibit the values of the Company. Use good reasoning and organizational skills. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. In addition, the requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Experience and/or Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology preferred.
• Extensive computer/network/information security knowledge
• Minimum of five (5) years in technical position or equivalent education
• Minimum of five (5) years administrating Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Intune, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.)
• Experience administrating Microsoft Servers within a hosted environment.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python and PowerShell.
• Proficiency in operating within an Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) environment.
• Familiarity with network components and functions (Routers, Switches, Firewalls, VLANs, Routing Protocols, etc.)
• Knowledge of Group Policy or similar tools for setting baseline standards

Licenses & Designations

• Technical Certification strongly preferred, specifically in cyber security and cloud security

Core Competencies

In addition to the Corporate Core Competencies, individuals in this position are expected to exhibit the following:

Written and Oral Communication – Effective written and oral communication skills required, with the ability to interface with Internal and external stakeholders and community partners. Has group presentation skills.

Analytical – Synthesizes complex and diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data.

Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Makes timely decisions.

Project Management – Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities.

Quantity – Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Initiative – Undertakes self-development activities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation – Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Stand/sit for several hours in a row.
• Regularly exert significant physical exertion to lift, carry, push, pull, climb, kneel, crouch, stand, bend, twist and reach.
• Regularly lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Regularly drive, stand, walk and us hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.