On-Site IT Security Engineer II — Incident Response

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University in Kansas is seeking an IT security professional to support the Infrastructure Security team. This on-site role focuses on implementing and managing day-to-day cyber security protection and detection technologies to defend the university IT infrastructure.

The candidate will participate in real-time analysis, incident response, threat detection and routine monitoring, ensuring end-user satisfaction and optimal performance of security services across campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 7 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Solid experience in cyber security infrastructure support and operational security.
• Ability to collaborate with vendors and understand contractual aspects.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills within a team.
• Knowledge of security principles, frameworks, and architectures.
• Experience deploying and managing security systems and tools.

Skills

Cyber security

Security operations

Vendor management

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Security frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Telecom or related field

Job description

Kansas State University in Kansas is seeking an IT security professional to support the Infrastructure Security team. This on-site role focuses on implementing and managing day-to-day cyber security protection and detection technologies to defend the university IT infrastructure.

The candidate will participate in real-time analysis, incident response, threat detection and routine monitoring, ensuring end-user satisfaction and optimal performance of security services across campus.