Network Security Engineer

The mission of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is the development of professional health care practitioners through innovation, individualized, and quality classroom, clinical, and distance education.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Network Security Engineer will provide administration, maintenance, and security of our network infrastructure. This role requires a strong understanding of network protocols, security practices, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve network issues efficiently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include :

• Collaborate with product owners, engineers, and customers to define requirements.
• Design, implement, and manage the University's network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Monitor network performance and ensure the reliability and availability of network resources.
• Conduct regular network security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate potential threats.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with SOX and HIPAA regulations.
• Respond to and resolve network security incidents, including malware infections, unauthorized access, and data breaches.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate security measures into new and existing systems.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging network technologies and security trends.
• Provide technical support and training to staff on network security best practices.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

POSITION IN ORGANIZATION

REPORTS TO : Executive Director, IT Infrastructure and Applications

POSITIONS SUPERVISED : None

TECHNICAL, MANAGERIAL, & PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIRED

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on the performance of each essential function. Appropriate reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

BUSINESS COMPETENCIES

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for six to eight hours daily and includes physical demands associated with a traditional office setting, e.g., walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions, as necessary.