Network Engineer III - Security

Norfolk Public School District; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Public School District is seeking a Network Engineer III - Security to safeguard the district’s information systems, focusing on network security, tools implementation, and education of administrators on information assurance practices.

You will oversee security standards, manage firewalls, VPNs, PKI, and cloud filtering while collaborating with IT staff to protect data and support district operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal privacy regulations FERPA, COPPA, CIPA, FOIA.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Experience in configuring and managing enterprise level firewalls.
• Understanding of cloud based web filtering.
• Ability to identify bottlenecks and seek out innovative technological or procedural solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field; 5+ years’ experience in network OS security with policy duties.

Responsibilities

• Review network security issues and evaluate preventive actions.
• Maintain procedures manual for IT systems.
• Review audit logs and prepare reports for management.
• Evaluate software/hardware for compatibility and vulnerabilities.
• Stay abreast of security vulnerabilities in network OS and email.
• Conduct security vulnerability scans and recommend remedial actions.
• Design, implement, and administer remote access solutions for school employees and third-party vendors.
• Develop contingency plans for critical systems.
• Supports disaster recovery planning and backup procedures.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field

Security certifications encouraged

VPN knowledge

PKI knowledge

Firewall management

Cloud-based web filtering

Linux/Windows server administration

Office365 integration

Oral and written communication

Non-technical presentations

Team collaboration

Ability to identify bottlenecks and innovative solutions

Cisco systems familiarity

Tools

Cisco systems

Job description

Network Engineer III - Security

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Job Details

Job ID: 5943856

Application Deadline: Oct 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Full-Time and Permanent; 7.5 Hours/Day; 252 Days/Year; 12 Months/Year; Grade E

DEFINITION

Reviews operations on the network impacting on the integrity and confidentiality of data in Norfolk Public School information systems. Reviews network security issues and evaluates preventive or corrective actions. Identifies security tools and techniques for implementation and establishes practices and procedures on installation of these tools. Educates administrators on the technical aspects of information assurance and network security.

SUPERVISION

The incumbent reports to the Senior Director, Information Technology for policy and direction and to the Network Service Manager for daily assignments.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This position requires technical competence in network operating systems and a broad experience base in network security tools and techniques. This is an administrative position under the general direction of the Senior Director, Information Technology and is responsible for overseeing the network security of all Norfolk Public Schools information systems. This position resides in the Information Technology Department, and the incumbent will work with Network Services technical personnel to identify a set of appropriate strategies to protect and defend the data from both internal and external security threats.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS (May not include all duties performed by each position in the class).

Follows policies, standards and procedures relating to technical configurations of operating systems and applications.

Maintains the procedures manual for all systems supported by the Information Technology Department.

Reviews audit logs of security software for anomalies, and prepare reports for Management.

Evaluates software and hardware for compatibility with existing systems and monitors industry publications for vulnerabilities.

Stays abreast of security vulnerabilities in network operating systems and email.

Conducts security awareness education for Site Engineers and others.

Evaluates security breaches and makes recommendations for remedial action and preventive measures.

Conducts security vulnerability scans on all servers, and makes recommendations for remedial actions and preventive measures.

Verifies functionality of network firewalls, web filtering, and proxy services for the district.

Assists in maintaining the IT disaster recovery plan.

Assists with the design, implementation, and administration of backup procedures for NPS information systems.

Assists in developing contingency plans for all critical systems, e.g. financial and student information systems.

Develops and monitors accountability indicators in support of District and Division goals, e.g., virus and ransomware prevention, internet filtering, spam reduction.

Evaluates information on new security technology, compiles data and drafts alternatives for consideration by senior management.

Assists in the design of system wide standards in regards to security and best practices.

Design, implementation, and administration of remote access solution for school employees, and required third party vendors.

Performs related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of State and Federal regulations governing privacy data. FERPA, COPPA, CIPA, FOIA.

Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

Work well within a Team of diverse individuals.

Ability to make presentations to non-technical professionals.

Experience in configuring and managing enterprise level firewalls.

Understanding of cloud based web filtering.

Ability to identify bottlenecks and barriers and seek out innovative technological or procedural solutions.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field. Additional security and other technology certifications are encouraged. 5+ years’ experience in network operating system security with involvement in policy-making duties. Knowledge of, Linux Server operating systems, Windows desktop and server operating systems, and Office365 email Cisco systems; either education in or experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Virtual Private Networks (VPN) and digital signature certificates.

LICENSE

Valid Driver’s license.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

Ability to lift desktop computers, cables, other equipment.

HAZARDS

Work involved exposure to normal, everyday risks

Work requires sustained use of VDTs

UNUSUAL DEMANDS

Due to the nature of the position, it may entail overtime and on call response on a 7 day 24 hour basis.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $65,696 to $106,631 Per Year

Contact Information

• Erika Ricks , Human Resources Technician
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