Security Engineer
Department Information
Colorado’s Office of the State Public Defender (OSPD) maintains a reputation as one of the top organizations in the nation specializing in the delivery of indigent criminal defense. We operate as an independent agency within the Judicial Branch of Colorado State Government with over 1,200 dedicated employees assigned to twenty-one Regional Trial Offices, a centralized Appellate Division, and a centralized Administrative Office. The mission of OSPD is to defend and protect the rights, liberties and dignity of those accused of crimes who cannot afford to retain counsel. We do so by providing constitutionally and statutorily mandated representation that is effective, zealous, inspired and compassionate.
We seek to hire professionals who are dedicated to furthering our mission and demonstrate compassion in their service to our clients. We are a fast paced, team-oriented environment, where self-motivation and a personal commitment to high performance are important attributes for success.
How to Apply
Please e-mail your résumé and cover letter outlining your interest in this position and how you meet the qualifications to Andrea Landaverry at Andrea.Landaverry@coloradodefenders.us by Friday, November 8, 2024, 11:59 p.m. (Mountain Time). Resumes must include dates of employment but, you may redact or remove any information that will identify your age, date of birth or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we cannot personally respond to each submission. We will notify you by phone and/or e-mail if you are selected for an interview.
Salary
The posted salary reflects a range for the job classification in the OSPD’s step and grade compensation structure. Candidate will be placed in the grade based on qualifications and may include credit for job relevant years of experience.
Position Purpose and Objectives/Definition of Work
This class describes a security engineer in the information technology series responsible for performing a full range of professional and technical duties related to IT security such as, the implementation of new security solutions; incident response; and, maintaining protections from unauthorized users.. The person assigned to this role will be working together with system administrators, security analysts, and other IT staff in managing security, networking, and infrastructure solutions for all 23 OSPD offices statewide. The individual assigned to this position reports directly to the IT Manager in our centralized IT division. This position completes day-to-day duties and tasks under limited supervision and must be able to work independently with limited guidance to complete major security related tasks.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation)
Typical duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Installs, configures, and monitors security solutions, which include monitoring intrusion detection and prevention systems, logs, and other cyber security systems.
- Works with Specialist and Manager levels to implement security-based projects, which includes scope and design, definition requirements, procedures, testing, documentation, and implementation.
- Works together with security vendors and service providers to identify gaps, document vulnerabilities, and implement necessary updates and changes.
- Identifies, responds to and resolves security incidents in conjunction with other IT staff and managed security vendors.
- Works with the security team and outside vendors to assess information systems for potential risks and vulnerabilities.
- Assists in managing the agency-wide security awareness training solutions and how to documents.
- Provides guidance and recommendations on securing various systems such as firewalls, networking, cloud-based solutions, and Microsoft Windows.
- Updates and patches software, enterprise systems, hardware, and operating systems as required and directed by the security manager.
- Keeps abreast of information security technology and trends including new or revised security solutions, improved security processes, and the development of new security threats and attack vectors.
- Provides technical and end-user support including research, analysis, troubleshooting and resolution of a variety of non-routine to complex issues related to software, hardware, network and operating systems, and system security in response to requests submitted to the IT Helpdesk.
- Actively participates in the IT department’s planning and implementation of projects for the agency.
- Attends meetings and trainings as required.
- Performs other related duties, as assigned.
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Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree and five years’ progressively responsible experience in information security, Microsoft Windows infrastructure, security standards and implementation, security devices (e.g., firewalls, IPS, access controls), and software applications and operating systems. Equivalent education, training, or experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to perform at this level may substitute for education.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of network and email security principles and best practices and experience with security awareness training systems.
- Experience working with CrowdStrike, Darktrace, and/or other similar security products.
- Experience working with Cisco and Cisco Meraki networking equipment or other equivalent products.
- Experience in managing and monitoring Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and Azure admin environments.
- Experience with SIEM solutions and/or other monitoring systems.
- Experience working in an environment serving indigent populations.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Must be able to work independently and prioritize issues accordingly, with strong analytical and practical problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of complex information security infrastructure and architecture.
- Knowledge of network and email security best practices.
Benefits of Working for the OSPD
- 6 Health Plans- Kaiser and Cigna options
- Basic Vision Insurance – included with medical plans
- Dental Insurance
- State Paid Life Insurance
- State Paid Short-Term Disability
- FSA – Healthcare and Dependent Care
- HSA Plan with Employer Contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 11 paid holidays
- Access to Mental Health and Well-Being Resources
- Colorado PERA
- 401(k) and 457 Supplemental Retirement Plans
For more information on benefits please visit https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits. For additional information on PERA visit www.copera.org.
Additional information about the Office of the Colorado State Public Defender can be found on the rest of our website.
NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Office of the Colorado State Public Defender provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Consistent with this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including the application and selection process.
If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact Katey Tarkington at Katey.Tarkington@coloradodefenders.us