Security Systems Administrator

Location: San Diego
Posted on: November 2, 2024

Job Description:

Location: Torrey Pines
Skill set: 7+ years of experience, Support Day-today operations and support. Experience with administering Firewalls, web security gateways, IDS/IPS. 
Summary  
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for monitoring and the administration of security controls to prevent unauthorized access, modification, and/or unauthorized disclosure of company information. May participate in developing programs and processes to ensure security protocols are not compromised. Participates in administering security policies to control access to systems. May providing technical education to professional or technical staff.  
Essential Functions  
1. Monitors and manages security devices such as Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention Systems, VPN devices, and Security Event Management systems.  
2. Provides technical support and consultation as it relates to network security configurations.  
3. Provides fault isolation and resolution for security devices and escalates when necessary.  
4. Ensures compliance with security policies and standards.  
5. May provide information security awareness training to employees, contractors, and other third parties.  
6. May be a point of contact with suppliers and vendors.  
7. Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.  
 
Additional Functions  
Other duties as assigned or as required.  
Essential Qualifications  
Typically requires an associate’s degree or certificate in a related discipline and three or more years of progressive professional security administration experience in an information technology department. Equivalent professional experience in corporate information technology security may be substituted in lieu of education. Must demonstrate a basic understanding of information security administration principles, concepts, practices, and standards including but not limited to, firewalls, intrusion protection and detection, network devices, TCP/IP and related internet protocols. Must have organizational skills including scheduling, conducting, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates. Must be customer focused and possess: (1) the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of non-routine technical problems; (2) good analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings; (3) the ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information; (4) the ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects; (5) the ability to represent the company as a knowledgeable resource on external projects ; and (6) strong computer skills. Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.  
 
Notes:
Shift will be Sunday-Thursday
 
 

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