Job Description

Appointment Type: Academic Staff-Fixed Term Terminal

FTE: 100

Position Summary:

This position is a member of the Information Security team, within the Division of Technology Services (DoTS).

This position is a subject matter expert for all security related activities relative to the information technology (IT) assets of University of Wisconsin River Falls ( UWRF ).

This position requires an in-depth knowledge of information security practices relative to the NIST framework of Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond and Recover and understanding of the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium ( ISC )2 eight security domains and practices.

This position will be accountable for the configuration and optimization of the security tools used to protect the IT assets of UWRF .

This position will monitor, respond to, analyze, and escalate cybersecurity threats of UWRF IT assets under general supervision.

This position will engage in developing security standards, procedures, and security infrastructure for UWRF IT assets.

This position may assist with developing information security education and administering privileged access following UW System information policies on identity access management.

This position will conduct software security assessments for low risks applications following the UW System guide to vendor assessments.

This position will use network cybersecurity tools, endpoint, server, storage and email cybersecurity tools, logging and SIEM tools, vulnerability management tools and other cybersecurity tools to monitor, detect and mitigate threats and vulnerabilities of UWRF IT assets.

This position will work in conjunction with the director of information security ( DIS ) and other DoTS staff to improve the security posture of UWRF IT Assets.

This position works closely with other teams and staff in the Division of Technology Services.

Typical hours are 7:45 AM – 4:30 PM Monday through Friday. Coverage outside of the typical working schedule will be required during unplanned outages or planned upgrades.

This position will be considered for scheduling flexibility to work in a hybrid capacity based on staffing and business need. An on-site presence is required for resolution of cybersecurity endpoint issues; the priority of this work would need to be balanced with a hybrid work model.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

1. Must be a US Citizen.
2. 2 Year Degree in information technology or related field or cybersecurity certification.
3. 1 year of experience working in cybersecurity.
4. Ability to pass Wisconsin Department of Justice, Crime Information Bureau, finger-printed background check ( CJIS ) conducted by the University Police department () within six months of hire and must maintain this status as a condition of employment.
5. Sufficient mobility and dexterity to move about the university; manual dexterity to pull, handle, move and manipulate equipment, ability to read computer monitors, ability to work with keyboard, mouse and monitor for extended time periods.
6. Experience with a variety of cybersecurity tools for monitoring, detecting, responding, and resolving threats and vulnerabilities.
7. Experience with implementing and configuring information security tools using industry best practices and institutional policies.
8. Demonstrated ability to think critically and analytically for conducting investigations and problem solving.
9. Effective skills in productivity and work prioritization.
10. Proven ability to function as either a member of a team or team leader to engage in productive collaboration.

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:

1. Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field.
2. Three or more years of experience working in cybersecurity.
3. Cybersecurity certification in security operations or other cybersecurity domain by a recognized cybersecurity organization.
4. Solid understanding of cybersecurity concepts and various security domains and frameworks. Examples include COBIT , CISA , HITRUST , ( ISO ) 27001, NIST , PCI DSS .
5. Knowledge of information technology fundamentals including network infrastructure, servers and storage, endpoint architecture, cloud services, web services and software development.
6. Effective soft skills including active listening, oral and written communication skills, and social skills for effective interaction with colleagues and students.
7. Project management and organizational skills for efficient and effective execution of job duties and small to medium size projects.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

• Resume
• Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
• Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your experience and professional preparation (references)

Inquiries should be addressed to:
Kendra Shaw

Director of Information Security
[email protected]

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before October 24, 2024.

This position is an operational position for networking components of the University Police Department and thus requires an FBI / CJIS fingerprinting and a clear criminal background check, conducted annually and continued employment is subjective of the Chief of Police.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.90%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:

UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

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Job Tags

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