Data Security Coordinator

Polk County Sheriff's Office

Winter Haven (FL)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 102,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Polk County Sheriff's Office in Winter Haven, FL seeks a Data Security Coordinator to lead technical and operational security within the Information Technology Division.

You will design and monitor firewalls, IDS, AD monitoring, email gateway, and log management while ensuring FDLE compliance and incident response.

This role emphasizes teamwork, professional communication, and the ability to work under pressure to protect sensitive data.

Qualifications

Two year degree in Computer Science or related field required.
Four year degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
Familiarity with Data Security, Internet and related software.
Two (2) years specialization/training in 4 GL database programming, UNIX and/or DOS preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as main point of contact for IT Data Security.
Design, develop and maintain all aspects of Data Security including Firewalls, Intrusion Detection, Member Training, Phishing Prevention, Active Directory Monitoring, Email Gateway, Log Management and other security functions as needed.
Knowledge of security tools / procedures and hacking methods.
Monitor logs as needed for security breaches.
Responds to security breaches as required.

Skills

Diagnostic

Technical

Interpersonal

Advanced computer

Basic English grammar

Keyboarding

Troubleshooting

Research

Education

Two year degree in Computer Science or related field

Four year degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PHP

Ruby

HTML

Java

Web page design tools

Job description

Position Concept

The Data Security Coordinator performs technical and operations data security work in the Information Technology Division and is knowledgeable in the duties, tasks, and responsibilities. This position is responsible for technical and physical aspects of data security for the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude which includes the following: interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding professionally and efficiently to customers, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision.

The Data Security Coordinator may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and shall have the physical, mental and emotional abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.

Essential Functions

Serve as main point of contact for IT Data Security
Design, develop and maintain all aspects of Data Security to include Firewalls, Intrusion Detection, Member Training, Phishing Prevention, Active Directory Monitoring, Email Gateway, Log Management and other security functions as needed.
Knowledge of security tools / procedures and hacking methods
Knowledge of Unix / Windows servers security
Maintain user access systems security
Maintain website security
Create ad hoc security reports as needed
Monitor logs as needed for security breaches
Responds to security breaches as required
Maintain records for FDLE compliance and FDLE Primary Contact
Serve as backup to the Enterprise Supervisor with Data Center, Disaster Recovery, Backups and Website support

Education, Professional Certification or License

Two (2) year degree in Computer Science or related field from accredited college or University required
Four (4) year degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited college or University preferred

Professional Experience

Two (2) years specialization/training in 4 GL database programming, UNIX and/or DOS preferred
Experience in computer programming for Law Enforcement agency preferred
Comparable training and experience may be substituted
Familiarity with Data Security, Internet and related software

Environmental Conditions