Silver State Schools Credit Union
Network Security Engineer
Silver State Schools Credit Union, Las Vegas, Nevada, us, 89105
Network Security Engineer
Full Time (40 Hours)
Monday - Friday
Headquarters
630 Trade Center Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89119
PURPOSE:
The primary purpose of this position is to assist Silver State Schools Credit Union to live out its Mission, "Excellent Member Service and Financial Solutions - For Life," by providing outstanding service to both members and internal members.
To deliver service in alignment with our Service Commitments:
I will earn respect and build trust by acting with integrity in every situation.
I will understand my role in supporting the team to achieve our purpose.
I will focus on people over products and build lasting relationships.
I will take ownership and accept responsibility.
I will treat my coworkers with the same high standards as I treat my member.
I will continuously look for ways to improve myself, my credit union, and my community.
I will accept there is no "they". We are one working toward the same mission.
I will commit to the core values.
Meet all established service goals.
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the IT Manager, the Network Security Engineer is responsible for SSSCU's IT network security systems and functions. He/she works within established IT policies, procedures, standards and guidelines to ensure that IT systems and services address network security threats, risks, and attacks directed toward SSSCU. He/she also troubleshoots issues related to Information Security, network connectivity, and Microsoft Active Directory infrastructure. The Network Security Engineer contributes to the planning and implementation of IT network security initiatives and assists in planning defenses against security breaches and vulnerability issues. He/she will also be responsible for the day to day operations of SSSCU's network to include network backbone, wide area network, Wi-Fi, and local area networks.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following:
Security Administration:
Works with information technology leadership to develop strategies and plans to enforce security requirements and address identified risks.
Act as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) on information security system development and best practices.
Works with vendors concerning security and network access requirements. Serves as a central point of contact to coordinate and implement network access and ensure network security.
Provides support for Enterprise VPN systems through access controls in firewall policies and monitoring of firewall logs.
Collaborates with other Information Technology staff to develop remediation plans addressing identified vulnerabilities.
Collaborates on critical IT projects to ensure that security issues are addressed throughout the project life cycle.
Deploys, tunes and runs vulnerability-scanning and penetration-testing tools.
Assists in the development of security controls and security policies, principles and standards.
Researches, evaluates, tests and recommends the implementation of new or updated information security technologies.
Monitors daily or weekly reports and security logs for unusual events and trends.
Maintains awareness of industry trends, security news, and best practices.
Participates in security investigations and compliance reviews, as requested by internal or external auditors.
Administers all Network Security including but not limited to firewall management, Antivirus, email and Web Filtering.
Initiates, facilitates, and promotes activities to create information security awareness within the organization.
Administers the internal control systems to ensure that appropriate access levels are maintained.
Assists with the updating of the disaster recovery plan and may serve on a DR team.
Active Directory Administration:
Design and architect a global Active Directory Infrastructure, including, design and implementation of Group Policy.
Plan and execute Active Directory Domain level upgrades.
Plan and design Group Policy Objects as requested to ensure compliance of company policies for servers and user end-point devices.
Lead, operate and continuously improve the AD environment on a global scale.
Provide architecture guidance regarding changes and enhancements to Active Directory.
Manage and maintain standardized Organizational Units (OU) in Active Directory.
Manage and maintain Active Directory custom attributes and security groups.
Manage Active Directory sites and subnets, including site replication.
Manage and maintain group policy, and scripts associated with group policy.
Research and resolve issues related to user accounts, group membership, and access.
Assist in management and support of internal and external DNS systems. Assist in management and support of internal DHCP architecture and scoping.
Create and update technical documentation of operating procedures as needed.
Review domain level rights and privileges and perform changes to the same as appropriate.
Strong understanding of architecting and configuring Microsoft Windows OS technology including AD Forests, Domains, Trusts, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy and Organizational Units.
Network Administration:
Configure network switches/routers to support connectivity to all network devices.
Troubleshoot all LAN/WAN network issues and manage communications with ISP Business support while troubleshooting WAN issues.
Check help desk tickets for entries on server and server resource issues; prioritize and respond to help desk tickets as appropriate.
Implement, maintain, and support current and future LAN/WAN network technologies.
Proactive monitoring and network performance analysis to improve availability, utilization and bandwidth usage.
Documents and configures SSSCU network (physical, logical, subnets, VLANs, circuit IDs, changes configuration, etc).
Performs proactive maintenance to determine possible bottlenecks and security issues.
Develops test plans and procedures for installation and upgrades.
Perform network setup for new facilities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Server Management:
Develop strategies for client/server implementations; architect the infrastructure required to support those strategies.
Lead, coordinate and participate in key process improvements as they relate to the client/server environment.
Act as project lead in the design and review of new server systems, applications, and hardware; conduct capacity planning as needed.
Ensure availability, reliability, and scalability of corporate servers to meet business demands.
Perform file system configuration and management; define and perform server backups and recovery procedures.
Plan and implement server upgrades, maintenance fixes, and vendor-supplied patches.
Manage enterprise directory services and supporting server infrastructure.
Monitor and test system performance and provide performance statistics and reports.
Establish and implement policies, procedures to ensure server security.
Recommend and execute modifications to server environment to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance.
Conduct research on server hardware, software, and protocols in support of development efforts.
Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation.
Serve as cornerstone for escalating server issues; provide timely response to employee escalations.
VMware Administration:
Oversee and manage VMware environment such as balancing virtual machine resources across hosts in the clusters, configure and manage virtual guests, troubleshoot, and resolve ESXi issues.
Providing direct technical support for the planning, design, and implementation of releases, upgrades, or changes to server, storage, and virtualization systems.
Ensuring stable performance for the server, storage, and virtualization environments through performance monitoring and tuning.
Recommend and execute modifications to server environment to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance.
Planning, designing, and developing appropriate standards and strategies for a VMware infrastructure across an entire organization.
Ability to analyze and resolve VMware related issues and problems in a timely and accurate fashion.
Design and deploy VMware virtual guests and traditional Windows server environments.
Configure VMware and Windows environments to ensure their smooth and reliable operation.
Collaborate with various levels of management and department leaders to assess near- and long-term capacity needs.
Create and maintain documentation as it relates to VMware configuration, VMware mapping, processes/procedures, service records and standards.
Develop, implement, and maintain, policies, procedures, and associated training plans for VMware administration, usage, and disaster recovery.
Conduct research on VMware and Microsoft related products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the industry.
Develop planning for and oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades.
Helpdesk:
Manage self in helpdesk queue to help assist end users with network, hardware, and software problems, either by telephone or on-site support when possible.
Create tracking tickets for incoming requests and, as necessary, assign to appropriate area for resolution. Monitor tickets for timely completion. Report to IT Management if a request is not within standards.
Works closely with other IT staff in an efficient and effective manner to reach department goals.
Works with users at all levels of the organization as required analyzing and defining system requirements and business processes and recommends solutions necessary to solve business problems.
Coordinate the repair of defective equipment with our service provider maintaining inventory of all items in service.
Responds to service calls which may include travel to appropriate branch locations.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in MIS or other computer related degree; or at least five years' equivalent work experience.
5 years of previous work experience with network related technical support such as configuring, installing and troubleshooting network environments.
5 years of previous work experience in cyber security and/or information technology.
3 years of previous work experience in incident response/computer forensics preferred.
*ONLY FULLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED***SEE RESUME ON APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED**SILVER STATE SCHOOLS CREDIT UNION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
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Full Time (40 Hours)
Monday - Friday
Headquarters
630 Trade Center Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89119
PURPOSE:
The primary purpose of this position is to assist Silver State Schools Credit Union to live out its Mission, "Excellent Member Service and Financial Solutions - For Life," by providing outstanding service to both members and internal members.
To deliver service in alignment with our Service Commitments:
I will earn respect and build trust by acting with integrity in every situation.
I will understand my role in supporting the team to achieve our purpose.
I will focus on people over products and build lasting relationships.
I will take ownership and accept responsibility.
I will treat my coworkers with the same high standards as I treat my member.
I will continuously look for ways to improve myself, my credit union, and my community.
I will accept there is no "they". We are one working toward the same mission.
I will commit to the core values.
Meet all established service goals.
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the IT Manager, the Network Security Engineer is responsible for SSSCU's IT network security systems and functions. He/she works within established IT policies, procedures, standards and guidelines to ensure that IT systems and services address network security threats, risks, and attacks directed toward SSSCU. He/she also troubleshoots issues related to Information Security, network connectivity, and Microsoft Active Directory infrastructure. The Network Security Engineer contributes to the planning and implementation of IT network security initiatives and assists in planning defenses against security breaches and vulnerability issues. He/she will also be responsible for the day to day operations of SSSCU's network to include network backbone, wide area network, Wi-Fi, and local area networks.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following:
Security Administration:
Works with information technology leadership to develop strategies and plans to enforce security requirements and address identified risks.
Act as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) on information security system development and best practices.
Works with vendors concerning security and network access requirements. Serves as a central point of contact to coordinate and implement network access and ensure network security.
Provides support for Enterprise VPN systems through access controls in firewall policies and monitoring of firewall logs.
Collaborates with other Information Technology staff to develop remediation plans addressing identified vulnerabilities.
Collaborates on critical IT projects to ensure that security issues are addressed throughout the project life cycle.
Deploys, tunes and runs vulnerability-scanning and penetration-testing tools.
Assists in the development of security controls and security policies, principles and standards.
Researches, evaluates, tests and recommends the implementation of new or updated information security technologies.
Monitors daily or weekly reports and security logs for unusual events and trends.
Maintains awareness of industry trends, security news, and best practices.
Participates in security investigations and compliance reviews, as requested by internal or external auditors.
Administers all Network Security including but not limited to firewall management, Antivirus, email and Web Filtering.
Initiates, facilitates, and promotes activities to create information security awareness within the organization.
Administers the internal control systems to ensure that appropriate access levels are maintained.
Assists with the updating of the disaster recovery plan and may serve on a DR team.
Active Directory Administration:
Design and architect a global Active Directory Infrastructure, including, design and implementation of Group Policy.
Plan and execute Active Directory Domain level upgrades.
Plan and design Group Policy Objects as requested to ensure compliance of company policies for servers and user end-point devices.
Lead, operate and continuously improve the AD environment on a global scale.
Provide architecture guidance regarding changes and enhancements to Active Directory.
Manage and maintain standardized Organizational Units (OU) in Active Directory.
Manage and maintain Active Directory custom attributes and security groups.
Manage Active Directory sites and subnets, including site replication.
Manage and maintain group policy, and scripts associated with group policy.
Research and resolve issues related to user accounts, group membership, and access.
Assist in management and support of internal and external DNS systems. Assist in management and support of internal DHCP architecture and scoping.
Create and update technical documentation of operating procedures as needed.
Review domain level rights and privileges and perform changes to the same as appropriate.
Strong understanding of architecting and configuring Microsoft Windows OS technology including AD Forests, Domains, Trusts, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy and Organizational Units.
Network Administration:
Configure network switches/routers to support connectivity to all network devices.
Troubleshoot all LAN/WAN network issues and manage communications with ISP Business support while troubleshooting WAN issues.
Check help desk tickets for entries on server and server resource issues; prioritize and respond to help desk tickets as appropriate.
Implement, maintain, and support current and future LAN/WAN network technologies.
Proactive monitoring and network performance analysis to improve availability, utilization and bandwidth usage.
Documents and configures SSSCU network (physical, logical, subnets, VLANs, circuit IDs, changes configuration, etc).
Performs proactive maintenance to determine possible bottlenecks and security issues.
Develops test plans and procedures for installation and upgrades.
Perform network setup for new facilities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Server Management:
Develop strategies for client/server implementations; architect the infrastructure required to support those strategies.
Lead, coordinate and participate in key process improvements as they relate to the client/server environment.
Act as project lead in the design and review of new server systems, applications, and hardware; conduct capacity planning as needed.
Ensure availability, reliability, and scalability of corporate servers to meet business demands.
Perform file system configuration and management; define and perform server backups and recovery procedures.
Plan and implement server upgrades, maintenance fixes, and vendor-supplied patches.
Manage enterprise directory services and supporting server infrastructure.
Monitor and test system performance and provide performance statistics and reports.
Establish and implement policies, procedures to ensure server security.
Recommend and execute modifications to server environment to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance.
Conduct research on server hardware, software, and protocols in support of development efforts.
Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation.
Serve as cornerstone for escalating server issues; provide timely response to employee escalations.
VMware Administration:
Oversee and manage VMware environment such as balancing virtual machine resources across hosts in the clusters, configure and manage virtual guests, troubleshoot, and resolve ESXi issues.
Providing direct technical support for the planning, design, and implementation of releases, upgrades, or changes to server, storage, and virtualization systems.
Ensuring stable performance for the server, storage, and virtualization environments through performance monitoring and tuning.
Recommend and execute modifications to server environment to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance.
Planning, designing, and developing appropriate standards and strategies for a VMware infrastructure across an entire organization.
Ability to analyze and resolve VMware related issues and problems in a timely and accurate fashion.
Design and deploy VMware virtual guests and traditional Windows server environments.
Configure VMware and Windows environments to ensure their smooth and reliable operation.
Collaborate with various levels of management and department leaders to assess near- and long-term capacity needs.
Create and maintain documentation as it relates to VMware configuration, VMware mapping, processes/procedures, service records and standards.
Develop, implement, and maintain, policies, procedures, and associated training plans for VMware administration, usage, and disaster recovery.
Conduct research on VMware and Microsoft related products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the industry.
Develop planning for and oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades.
Helpdesk:
Manage self in helpdesk queue to help assist end users with network, hardware, and software problems, either by telephone or on-site support when possible.
Create tracking tickets for incoming requests and, as necessary, assign to appropriate area for resolution. Monitor tickets for timely completion. Report to IT Management if a request is not within standards.
Works closely with other IT staff in an efficient and effective manner to reach department goals.
Works with users at all levels of the organization as required analyzing and defining system requirements and business processes and recommends solutions necessary to solve business problems.
Coordinate the repair of defective equipment with our service provider maintaining inventory of all items in service.
Responds to service calls which may include travel to appropriate branch locations.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in MIS or other computer related degree; or at least five years' equivalent work experience.
5 years of previous work experience with network related technical support such as configuring, installing and troubleshooting network environments.
5 years of previous work experience in cyber security and/or information technology.
3 years of previous work experience in incident response/computer forensics preferred.
*ONLY FULLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED***SEE RESUME ON APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED**SILVER STATE SCHOOLS CREDIT UNION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
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