Engineer, IT Security

Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort; Jackson (CA); On-site; USD 94,600 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort is seeking an IT Security Analyst to provide 24/7 oversight and support for their IT Security Program. The role involves implementing security safeguards, monitoring security events, and leading incident handling. Candidates should have relevant education or experience in computer science, with certifications like CISSP and Cisco security. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $94,600 to $123,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of technological safeguards, security analysis, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with security technologies and technical support.
• Familiarity with risk management processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 technical support and analysis of security technologies.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on security system performance.
• Lead security incident handling and execute escalation processes.

Skills

Technical support

Security analysis

Incident handling

Risk management

Education

A.S. or equivalent from a technical institution

Four‑year degree in Computer Science

SANS certifications

CISSP certification

Cisco security certification

CEH certification

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

Job description

Overview

Provide 24/7 oversight, implementation, analysis, and support of the Jackson Rancheria IT Security Program. Ensure and uphold the Defense‑in‑Depth (DiD) strategy in protecting the confidentiality, integrity, availability and adherence to regulation compliance. This includes technical safeguards, security analysis, and enforcing policies and procedures.

Implement and design security safeguards to mitigate and respond to security risks and breaches. Plan and coordinate security rules and access authorization with IT management. Configure, maintain, and audit user access controls and accounts regularly. Monitor security events and lead incident handling.

Responsibilities

• Ensure outstanding guest service by creating a friendly environment and following Jackson Rancheria Guest Service Guidelines.
• Provide 24/7 technical support and analysis of security technologies, using discretion and independent judgment for decision‑making in all areas of IT security within Jackson Rancheria properties.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain security technologies including operating systems, hardware, firmware, security software, and related security tools.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on security system performance, stability, and security events.
• Perform security hardware, system and security analysis, and recommend implementation to improve the confidentiality, integrity, availability and security of all systems, applications and data.
• Take the lead for security incident handling and execute the proper escalation process.
• Participate in a team‑oriented environment.
• Coordinate and manage security projects related to counter‑measures, technical safeguards, and security architecture.
• Communicate and coordinate scheduled maintenance and downtime with internal customers.
• Provide and lead the Security Awareness Training program.
• Participate in planning, designing and reviewing systems to identify and mitigate risks.
• Install and update new security software releases, hardware, system upgrades, and evaluate and install patches.
• Coordinate with security vendor support for hardware and software services.
• Perform system backups and disaster recovery.
• Prepare and maintain manuals and documentation for all security technologies and processes.
• Participate in Change Management and Disaster Recovery Plan testing, including policy, procedures and documentation in accordance with Tribal Gaming Agency Internal Control Standards (TGA ICS), National Indian Gaming Commission Minimum Internal Control Standards (NIGC MICS), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) and industry best practices.
• Participate in IT procurement and product review.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• A.S. or equivalent from a technical institution (two‑year degree).
• Four‑year degree in Computer Science or 3–5 years of experience in the field.
• SANS certifications.
• CISSP certification.
• Cisco security certification.
• CEH certification.
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer highly desirable.
• Other Cisco certifications highly desirable.

Pay range: $94,600 to $123,000 per year.