IT Security Engineer

University of California, Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 81,500 - 150,100; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Riverside is hiring an IT Security Engineer who will monitor and protect the security of data and systems in the School of Medicine.

This full-time position offers a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office presence three days a week. The salary range is $81,500 - $150,100 annually, with an expected pay scale up to $115,800 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining security systems and networks.
• Knowledge of security policies and risk management.
• Ability to conduct incident response and forensics.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain security for data and systems.
• Conduct analysis and respond to security threats.
• Manage security-focused information systems.

Skills

Data security

Digital forensics

Network security

Incident response

Penetration testing

Security administration

Education

Relevant degree in Information Technology or Cybersecurity

Job description

Overview

Job ID: 33735743
Category: Information Technology
Organization: School of Medicine
Department: SOM Finance and Admin Dept
Location: Main Campus - UCR
Salary: $81,500 - $150,100
Date Posted: July 5, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision: General Supervision

Responsibilities

• Monitor, detect, protect, and maintain the security of data, systems, and networks for the UCR School of Medicine and UCR Health.


• Help maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of institutional information by applying complex and/or moderate-scale security policies and configurations.


• Operate and maintain security-focused information systems, support the security hardening of information systems, and advance enterprise security practices.


• Investigate, analyze, and respond to immediate and potential threats using mitigation, preparedness, and response and recovery approaches.


• Conduct endpoint and network digital forensics activities and facilitate automation and orchestration of incident response activities.


• May conduct penetration testing and network scanning activities to report, identify, and track assets and vulnerabilities throughout the systems lifecycle.


• Act as a security systems administrator including planning, configuring, designing, developing, implementing and maintaining tools, systems, and procedures to ensure the integrity, reliability, and security of data, systems, and networks.


• Maintain service standards while working with constituents to resolve issues related to security controls.

Compensation

The full salary range for the IT Security Engineer is $81,500 - $150,100 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $115,800 annually. Base salary offers are based on education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Schedule / Work Arrangement

Hybrid schedule: employees required to be in the office a minimum of three (3) days per week and have the option to work remotely two (2) days per week. Standard schedule is 8AM - 5PM.

Employment Eligibility

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.