IT Security Engineer
Required Relevant Education & Experience:
Education/Experience Requirements:
Associate degree in a relative technical field and 3 years' experience working in a role dedicated specifically to one or more subjects from the preferred experience list below.
OR
Bachelor's degree in a relative technical field and 1 year of experience working in a role dedicated specifically to one or more subjects from the preferred experience list below.
OR
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity
About the Institution:
Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.
Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute's historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the "Fighting Sycamores," fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, political views or activity, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and applicable apprenticeships.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, you may contact us at isu-humanresources@indstate.edu
Position Details:
Join Our Team at Indiana State University as an IT Security Engineer!
Are you passionate about cybersecurity and eager to make a difference in an academic environment? Indiana State University is seeking a dedicated IT Security Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our Lead Security Engineer to assess and mitigate risks within our environment. Your responsibilities will include ensuring that security compliance requirements and standards are met, following industry best practices to optimize our security posture, and developing and delivering cybersecurity training and awareness programs.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for understanding how threat actors exploit their targets, identifying the relevance of those threats to Indiana State University, and driving proactive risk mitigation efforts to protect and secure our data and assets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Lead Security Engineer to assess and mitigate risks.
- Ensure security compliance requirements and standards are met.
- Follow industry best practices to optimize security posture.
- Develop and deliver cybersecurity training and awareness programs.
- Identify and address relevant threats to Indiana State University.
Qualified Candidates must have one of the following:
* Associate's degree in a related technical field and 3 years' experience working in a role dedicated specifically to a closely related field.
* Bachelor's degree in a related technical field and 1 year of experience working in a role dedicated specifically to a closely related field.
* Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity
Other Qualifications:
* Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.
* Experience in risk assessment and mitigation.
* Ability to develop and deliver training programs.
* Passion for staying updated on the latest cybersecurity threats and trends.
Application Process:
This position is open until filled. The review of applications will begin on February 13, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. For a full description and to apply, please visit: https://jobs.indstate.edu/postings/51046.
About the Institution:
Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.
Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute's historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the "Fighting Sycamores," fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.
Indiana State is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn and thrive together. Join our Sycamore family!
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring people with many varied backgrounds, identities, and characteristics to join our institution; additionally, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. View our stance on equal opportunity employment here.
Diversity Upgrade: No
Job Summary:
The IT Security Engineer will collaborate closely with our Lead Security Engineer to assess and mitigate risks within our environment. This role involves ensuring that security compliance requirements and standards are met, following the industry's best practices to optimize our security posture, and developing and delivering cybersecurity training and awareness. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for understanding how threat actors exploit their targets, identifying the relevance of those threats to Indiana State University, and driving proactive risk mitigation efforts to protect and secure our data and assets.
Required Field of Study:
Cybersecurity ,Information Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or other security relevant technical studies.
