DUTIES:

Monitors and utilizes intrusion detection systems and security tool-sets for the identification of suspicious and malicious activities and inadequate security practices across the City's network (e.g., analyzes network traffic, vulnerability scans, identification of computer viruses, unauthorized user activity) which may compromise the integrity and availability of systems.

Analyzes and monitors security violations, alerts and intrusion detection reports prepared by a third party vendor and acts as a liaison regarding all security vulnerabilities reported.

Acts as a lead incident handler investigating and mitigating possible security exceptions and incidents (e.g., identify proper investigative approach, conduct interviews, evidence preservation, transportation, computer forensic analysis, and case management).

Performs complex security risk assessments, audits and tests against internal sites and systems.

Assists in developing enterprise security strategies, policies and procedures to ensure information system reliability and accessibility (e.g., documentation, notifications, web content, and alerts).

Manages complex Information Security projects and issues (e.g., application development/selection, system upgrades and installation, technology initiatives).

Monitors and reports on enterprise wide compliance against vulnerability management requirements.

Collaborates with technology partners, support representatives, and IT management to coordinate and re-mediate security vulnerabilities.

Keeps abreast of security related technology, best practices and regulations.

Prepares technical and status reports for management review.

Functions as a liaison with operating departments IT personnel to ensure City security technology processes and procedures are adhered to (e.g., approval of hardware/software purchases, provide technical expertise and guidance, etc.)

Assists in the development, testing and simulation of the City's disaster recovery plan.

Performs business analysis including requirements gathering and gap analysis, as required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology/Systems, or a directly related field plus three years of experience in information security, network architecture or engineering, or application development or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, provided that the minimum degree requirement is met.

Disclaimer- "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.

 

NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience.  You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties.  (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.)  If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position.  There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.   

Education & Employment Verification- Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying.  If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

 

NOTE: Persons offered employment must pass all pre-employment exams prior to appointment.

 

NOTE: This position requires applicants to successfully complete an interview, which will include a skills assessment/writing exercise.  The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.

 

 

Previous experience in managing, supporting and tuning of IDP (Intrusion Detection & Prevention), IDS (Intrusion Detection Systems), IPS (Intrusion Prevention Systems) technologies.

 

Previous experience in leading information security incident handling, or forensic activities.

 

Previous experience in performing penetration AND/OR vulnerability testing against operational systems, applications and web services.

 

Previous experience in managing and supporting firewalls.

 

Proficiency level in Linux AND/OR Unix operating systems.

 

Proficiency level in scripting (e.g. Perl or similar).

 

VETERANS PREFERENCE: The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel AND military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge.  Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented.  In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering "yes" or "no" to the question on the online application that asks, "Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States OR have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?"  In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service.  For Veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 to your online application which includes character of service status OR a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationary stating dates of service and character of service.  For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States AND a copy of your military ID to your online application.  Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference. 

 

Evaluation:  Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application.  Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant.  No second party applicants will be accepted.

 

Residency Requirement:   An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago.  Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment.

 

If you are disabled and require a reasonable accommodation to file your application, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources at 312-744-4976, TTY: 312-744-5035.  You will be required to provide information regarding your request.

 

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

City of Chicago                                                                     Department of Human Resources

Rahm Emanuel, Mayor                                                                  Soo Choi, Commissioner