Security Engineer I

Job Title

Security Engineer I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Technology Services - IT Security & Risk

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the job: 

The Security Engineer I assists with the planning and designing of security solutions and capabilities that enable the organization to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover from cyber threats and vulnerabilities.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

Solutions Engineering

• ​​​Helps develop and manage data, system, and network security architecture.

• Implements new technology deployments and integration testing.

• Evaluates security products, services, and procedures to enhance productivity and effectiveness.

• Assists project leaders with developing work plans and time schedules for projects including outlining phases and identifying personnel and computing equipment requirements.​​​​ 

Strategic Collaboration & Partnerships

• ​​​Collaborates with enterprise stakeholders to coordinate the development of specifications within service-based solutions. 

• Serves as a resource for other teams or organizations. 

• Advises technical staff, policy administrators, and clients on the integrity of security procedures, systems, and policies in the design of systems and facilities.​​ 

Security Analysis

• ​​​Enforces, audits, and consults on the appropriate application of security policies and procedures.

• Administers and monitors data security on various platforms, conducts audits, reviews security violation reports, and investigates security exceptions.

• Conducts and reports on internal investigations of possible security violations.

• Reviews the accuracy of documentation and logs of information security incidents, responses, plans, methods, and procedures.

• Develops risk analysis scenarios and response procedures.​​ 

Documentation

• ​​​Helps with the development of standard operating procedures. 

• Coordinates some documentation provided to partner support teams, customers, stakeholders, and vendors. 

• Creates and maintains documentation for technologies, including installation, configuration, and appropriate troubleshooting steps.​​ 

Professional Development

• ​​​Participates in training, professional development sessions, and continual and ongoing training and exploration into new technologies.​​ 

What you need to know

Salary Range: $80,000 - $92,000 annually

Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.

Other Factors: This role is onsite in College Station, TX

Required Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years of related experience in information technology security operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Broad IT technical knowledge.

• Ability to analyze and solve complex problems.

• Excellent written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience building security tools & platforms for large enterprise environments.

• Knowledge of security tools like SIEMs, firewalls, vulnerability scanners, and intrusion detection systems.

• Ability to identify security incidents, anomalies, and vulnerabilities.

• Scripting experience of some kind (Python, Bash, Powershell, etc).

• Knowledge of security best practices and ability to conduct risk assessments, audits, and tests.

• Understanding of frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53 and 800-171, CIS controls, etc.

• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA, FERPA, GLBA, TAC 202, TGC 2054, etc.

• The ideal candidate will have a blend of hands-on technical expertise, knowledge of security frameworks and policies, and analytical thinking. Soft skills like communication, collaboration, and the ability to translate technical details for non-technical audiences are also key for this role.

Additional Information

Other Requirements and Factors:

• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system.

• Hiring restrictions in compliance with System Policy 15.02 Export Controls: Must be a United States citizen, permanent resident, or a person granted asylum or refugee status in accordance with 15 CFR, Part 762; 22 CFR §§122.5, 123.22 and 123.26; and 31 CFR § 501.601.

• This role may require working outside of standard office hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support the demands of technology services and ensure the seamless operation of essential systems.

• This position is security sensitive.

• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.

• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.

• This position allows alternate work location per TAMU guidelines.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.