Network Security Engineer

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia in Dahlonega, GA is seeking a Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and monitor security systems across campus IT infrastructure. The role requires configuring perimeter and host-based firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and cloud security, while ensuring policy compliance and risk management.

You will collaborate with the Information Security team, support wireless networking, and participate in investigations and incident response.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field required.
• Two years of experience with network security architectures including firewalls, intrusion detection, VPNs, cloud security, and NAC systems.
• Experience with virtual infrastructure environments and related vulnerabilities and remediation.
• Experience with Internet-based threats; experience with implementing and maintaining network security policies and ACLs.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and integrate perimeter and host-based firewalls, IDS, VPNs, cloud security, and related solutions; design authentication infrastructure and secure protocols.
• Develop, implement, and monitor device hardening for network security infrastructure; maintain diagrams and documentation for audit purposes.
• Assist wireless network design, implementation, and diagnostics; support security reviews of emerging technologies and risk assessment.
• Collaborate with Information Security on investigations, network forensics, and incident response.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Network security

Firewall design

Intrusion detection

VPN security

Cloud security

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT

Tools

Virtual infrastructure

Job description

Job Title: Network Security Engineer
Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 304293

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Location

Dahlonega

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Network Security Engineer. The Network Security Engineer supports the university and IT by engineering, implementing, and monitoring the University’s specialized network and information security systems. Leads the design and integration of perimeter and host-based firewalls, intrusion detection systems, secure virtual private networks (VPNs), cloud security, and other supporting solutions. The Network Security Engineer assists with compliance with applicable laws and regulations and provides reports as needed. Integrates with the Information Security team as needed for investigations and inquiries pertaining to infrastructure security and privacy. The Network Security Engineer assists with wireless networking designs and implementations. Areas of expertise will require appropriate certifications and/or additional training. Position requires travel between all UNG campuses. Must able to work maintenance windows during nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Engineering and integration of perimeter and host-based firewalls, intrusion detection systems, secure virtual private networks (VPNs), cloud networking & security, and other supporting solutions. Performs analysis and design of authentication infrastructure and the use of secure protocols. Provides proactive monitoring and support including incident response for network and security infrastructure.
• Develops, implements, and monitors device hardening practices of all network security infrastructure including firewalls, VPNs, switches, uninterruptable power supplies (UPS), virtual infrastructure, cloud infrastructure, and other supporting systems. Maintains networked systems diagrams and documentation for configuration management and audit purposes. Assists with wireless network design, implementation, and diagnostics.
• Participates in the security review and analysis of emerging technologies and solutions in support of institutional projects and advanced computing initiatives. Assesses impacts and risks to university network infrastructure.
• Integrates with Information Security as needed in support of investigations and inquiries regarding network security analysis, network forensics, and 5associated configurations.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge in enterprise security architecture design.
• Knowledge of network equipment hardening strategies.
• Knowledge of supporting an enterprise network infrastructure and supporting security systems.
• Extensive knowledge of disaster recovery/business continuity and audit/compliance.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Information Technology or related field or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Two years of experience with network security architectures including firewalls, intrusion detection, virtual private networks, 'cloud security, and network access control systems.
• Experience with virtual infrastructure environments and related network security vulnerabilities and remediation.
• Experience with Internet based threats; Experience with the implementation and maintenance of network security policies and access control lists.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project planning experience is preferred.
• Network+, CCENT, CCNA, Security+, and/or Fortinet certifications preferred.

Proposed Salary

$63,303 - $69,633

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume, and Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.218_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced