Network/Computer Security Specialist

Job title: Network/Computer Security Specialist

Company: RecruitFront

Job description: The Mid-Hudson Regional Information Center (MHRIC) is seeking a Network/Computer Security Specialist for a full-time, 12-month position. The MHRIC provides services to 47 districts and 4 BOCES. The applicant should have infrastructure knowledge in a corporate environment. The candidate must be a motivated team player with problem solving and diagnostic skills, extensive technical knowledge, and good task management abilities. Additionally, you must have the ability to relate highly technical information, both written and verbally, in a clear and easily understood manner to non-technical personnel. The ideal candidate should be able to optimize systems’ efficiency, improve network security, provide timely technical support, and introduce new technology to the organization. Experience with all aspects of networking including but not limited to: Microsoft workstation and server products, Active Directory, VM or other virtualization, network switches, routers and storage devices. Strong knowledge of TCP/IP and networking concepts. Technical experience in a computer center environment required. Experience or familiarity with disaster recovery planning, Linux and Google Workspace are a plus. For more information about the MHRIC, please visit mhric.org.Regionally competitive salary and benefits. All Civil Service laws, rules and regulations apply. Fingerprinting required.Civil Service Classification: Competitive. Merit and fitness competitive examination applies.Salary commensurate with experience and training. Salary range: $63,028-$68,944SPECIFIC DUTIES:
The typical work activities listed below, while providing representative examples of the variety of work assignments in the title, do not describe any individual position. Incumbents in this title may perform some or all of the following, as well as other related activities not described. * Assists in the development and implementation of data access security measures by identifying, analyzing and resolving security and system problems relating to data access security, applications, programs and functions;

• Maintains the agency firewall which includes rule modification, updates and event log monitoring;
• Manages and monitors the agency’s email domains for data loss prevention (DLP) policy enforcement;
• Manages the agency’s Secure File sharing and collaboration systems;
• Manages and monitors the Enterprise Anti-Virus and Anti-Malware systems which include providing updates and monitoring activity;
• Works with GSuite administration on mitigating cyber attacks and SPAM;
• Analyzes security risks and develops an Incident Response Plan in the event of a data compromise;
• Identifies compromised machines and reports on security measures taken to address threats;
• Monitors the computer data network system for security threats and unauthorized users;
• Works with the Active Directory (AD) administration on AD policies related to security;
• Oversees and participates in phishing testing and training for staff;
• Provides periodic email and presentations to staff and districts on Cyber security trends;
• Runs and/or coordinates periodic vulnerability and penetration tests on the agency network;
• Prepares security status reports;
• May conduct periodic audits of various system users to determine user removal, transfer or limitation of access.

Expected salary: $63028 – 68944 per year

Location: New Paltz, NY

Job date: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:12:13 GMT

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