Kansas City Public Schools
2024-25 Security Engineer (02241)
Kansas City Public Schools, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Applications will be accepted beginningWednesday, July 31, 2024 12:00 AM(Central Standard Time)2024-25 Security Engineer (02241)
KANSAS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLSJob Title: Security EngineerJob Title Code: 02241Salary Grade: S644 $66,903 - $104,363.Department: Information TechnologyReports To: Senior Systems EngineerFLSA Status: Non-ExemptDate Prepared: July 30, 2024PURPOSE OF JOB:
To serve as the primary point of contact for all Security Department and Information Security technology support needs.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the essential job functions and responsibilities.Implement and monitor security controls to protect an organization’s data from cyber-attacks, loss, or unauthorized access.Responsible for responding to security incidents and identify security measures to improve incident response and take necessary actions.Perform security assessments, penetration tests and code audits to identify vulnerabilities.Research new attack vectors and develop threat models to anticipate potential risks.Other duties as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Strong technical skillsThe ability to maintain and repair various types of computer and electronic devicesAbility to work collaboratively to achieve specific objectives.Preferred Qualifications:Ability to assess threats and vulnerabilities in networks and applications.Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field3-5 years of experience in installing, administering and monitoring firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention tools, SIEM tools, or other cybersecurity solutions.Cybersecurity certification from ISC2, SANS, or other leading organization for information security professionals is preferred.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
YesPHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, and reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, and lift objects of at least fifty pounds. Job requires the employee occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Visual ability requires mono and color vision, close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to use a ladder or lifting device to work inside or outside District facilities at heights of five feet up to or exceeding fifty feet above ground.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Length of work year:
12 monthsBenefits:
Health and Dental Insurance are provided. KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan –
mandatory 9% contribution
is required from employee and matched by KCPS; Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available.Primary Location: Board of Education - Information Technology ServicesKansas City Public Schools2901 Troost Ave.Kansas City, MO. 64109816-418-7700816-418-7712
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KANSAS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLSJob Title: Security EngineerJob Title Code: 02241Salary Grade: S644 $66,903 - $104,363.Department: Information TechnologyReports To: Senior Systems EngineerFLSA Status: Non-ExemptDate Prepared: July 30, 2024PURPOSE OF JOB:
To serve as the primary point of contact for all Security Department and Information Security technology support needs.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the essential job functions and responsibilities.Implement and monitor security controls to protect an organization’s data from cyber-attacks, loss, or unauthorized access.Responsible for responding to security incidents and identify security measures to improve incident response and take necessary actions.Perform security assessments, penetration tests and code audits to identify vulnerabilities.Research new attack vectors and develop threat models to anticipate potential risks.Other duties as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Strong technical skillsThe ability to maintain and repair various types of computer and electronic devicesAbility to work collaboratively to achieve specific objectives.Preferred Qualifications:Ability to assess threats and vulnerabilities in networks and applications.Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field3-5 years of experience in installing, administering and monitoring firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention tools, SIEM tools, or other cybersecurity solutions.Cybersecurity certification from ISC2, SANS, or other leading organization for information security professionals is preferred.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
YesPHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, and reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, and lift objects of at least fifty pounds. Job requires the employee occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Visual ability requires mono and color vision, close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to use a ladder or lifting device to work inside or outside District facilities at heights of five feet up to or exceeding fifty feet above ground.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Length of work year:
12 monthsBenefits:
Health and Dental Insurance are provided. KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan –
mandatory 9% contribution
is required from employee and matched by KCPS; Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available.Primary Location: Board of Education - Information Technology ServicesKansas City Public Schools2901 Troost Ave.Kansas City, MO. 64109816-418-7700816-418-7712
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