Network Security Engineer

Essential Duties

& Responsibilities:  Exercise discretion and independent judgment in planning the corporate information services infrastructure and establishing, enforcing, and documenting data security methodologies and framework.  Plan, coordinate, document, and implement NNGE computer information security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure.

 Review employee violations of computer security procedures to enforce policy, and ensure security policies are implemented in the event of a disaster or emergency.  Recommend new or modified security procedures as appropriate for the changing business environment.  Coordinate implementation of vendor-issued security software updates.

 Promote and maintain a practical data security awareness program.  Develop and write computer security department policies and procedures.  Provide advice and assistance to process owners and end-users in identifying security requirements for the applications, workstations, distributed computing applications, servers, and local and wide-area networks and Internet/Intranet/Extranet.

 Review security provisions in purchased software.  Maintain a comprehensive list of user security levels for applications and related systems, including hardware, software, communication, personnel, and data security as needed.  Monitor and ensure security requirements of critical business application systems.  Advise application users of the level of security available by the application system and network file sharing.

Page 2 of 3 Position Classification & Description Network Security Engineer Effective July 2018  Ensure compliance with all legal requirements concerning the use of commercial proprietary software, such as respecting copyrights and site licenses.  Conduct risk analyses of sensitive application systems at least annually or when significant changes are made, whichever is sooner, in order to ensure data is adequately secured to meet changes in the business environment.

 Verify that external contractors comply with security requirements.  Keeps abreast of new technologies and principles by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.

 Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.  Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field plus five (5) years’ work experience in Data Security Administration, Data Security Analysis, or similar position. A valid CISSP or CCNP Security. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Must meet all knowledge, skills and abilities. No felony, theft or stealing convictions.

Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background investigation, obtain and maintain gaming license. Navajo preference. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  Knowledge of security concepts, practices, and procedures, including network and project management.  BKnowledge of Cisco configurations and experience with Cisco Routers.

 Knowledge and progressive experience with Windows 2003/2008/2012; and active Directory domain and Exchange.  Knowledge in TACACS+, Radius, and Cisco Access Control Systems  802.1x, WPA2 Enterprise, authentication and access controls in a mobile environment, and mobile device security.  Knowledge and experience with Cisco Firewalls.

 Knowledge of all Server Operating Systems.  Knowledge of types of Network Equipment.  Knowledge of design of WAN/LAN.  Skilled with Microsoft Office applications, WAN, LAN, Voice Communications, and Windows and Unix operating systems.  Skilled with industry certifications (MCP, MCSA, or MCSE, Vmware, CompTIA, CISSP, LPI, Cisco, etc)  Ability to identify systems, operation, technical or applications problems and to initiate and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

 Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.  Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds. Page 3 of 3 Position Classification & Description Network Security Engineer Effective July 2018  Ability to maintain confidentiality.

 Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.  Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with co-workers at all levels.  Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.  Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is may be required to sit for prolonged periods, walk; stand; use hands for dexterity of motion; stoop, bend, kneel or crouch, and have normal auditory and verbal communications skills.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Work Environment: Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level. Occasional work is performed in a Casino setting with exposure to second-hand smoke and a moderate noise level. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.

Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common. Travel may be required.