System Security Specialist

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced System Security Specialist at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties)

JOB PURPOSE

• The System Security Analyst is responsible
• for the day-to-day operations of the Information Security and access management
• team. This role works closely with both the Identity Management (IDM) and
• Operations Team Leads to support various aspects of information security
• functions provided for the University and within a collaborative and
• multifaceted team environment. This position reports to the Senior Director,
• Chief Information Security Officer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• (Essential functions are the primary
• duties/major job responsibilities that an employee must be able to perform,
• with or without reasonable accommodation. The essential functions are listed in
• order of importance.)

Firewall Change Requests

• Analyze requested changes to existing firewall rulesets. Prove demonstrated
• need for rule changes and accuracy of addressed changes, obtaining proof and
• documentation where needed. Identify specific firewalls to be modified and
• creation of rule elements with least-privilege concepts in mind. Accurately
• create and deploy changes appropriate for each firewall device. Log and
• document all changes to firewall configurations and rulesets.

Access Management

• Act as the first responder to Enterprise System access and de-provisioning
• request. Triage and address any low-level inquires related to identity and
• system access. Maintain documentation of the Enterprise System Access
• Process.

Operate University Security

Tools

• Configure, maintain and provide daily operations of the tools that provide
• information security services such as vulnerability management scanning and
• issuing SSL certificates. Light system management of other SaaS based tools
• that provide services such as 2FA, Password management and Security Training.

Triage Incoming Operations Incidents

• Monitor incoming incident queue and act as first responder. Identify
• relevance, credibility, and criticality of reported events. Gather additional
• logs or information to verify incident claims. Escalate critical or important
• incidents to senior staff.
• Address, Investigate, Document, and

Resolve Low Level Security Incidents

• Act as primary responder for identified low-level incidents. Gather and analyze system logs, network
• captures, and external data during investigative process. Resolve and respond
• to incident per established procedures. Document and log all aspects of
• investigation.
• Identify Issues and Work on

Security Projects

• Understand current security landscape in relation to existing Information
• Security Program. Identify areas of improvement where organizational risks
• can be minimized or existing risks can be dealt with in a more efficient
• manner. Work on security projects at the direction and guidance of the
• Information Security Officer.

Perform

other related duties as assigned.

Unique duties

Qualifications

MINIMUM

• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent
• combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supporting technology, application development or security administration in an enterprise environment.
• Experience in a broad range of technologies is preferred.
• Experience in a higher education environment is a plus.
• KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Technology Skills: Intermediate understanding of networking concepts, such as routing and TCP/IP. Intermediate understanding the Windows Operating System, preferred knowledge of Linux and Mac OS. Intermediate understanding of firewall functionality, including VPNs and encryption. Basic understanding of identity and directory services concepts such as RBAC and MFA. Basic understand of information security threats and controls for managing those threats.

Analytical Skills: Analyzes the impact of potential actions. Demonstrates the ability to apply analytical and logical thinking to gather and analyze information. Capable of analyzing large volumes of data and summarizing results. Proposes, evaluates alternative solutions to achieve organizational goals.

Problem Solving Skills: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Anticipates the implications and consequences of situations and takes appropriate action to be prepared for contingencies. Leads groups in problem analysis and process improvement initiatives.

Interpersonal Skills: Relates to people in an open, friendly, and acceptable manner. Effectively balances the interests and needs of own group with the broader organization. Resolves conflicts and disagreements and builds consensus.

Teamwork and Peer Relationships: Ability to work through and with others at all organizational levels to ensure work is completed and objectives are met. Ability to be a contributing and constructive member of University committees and task forces. Demonstrates the ability to build a collaborative or team environment within responsible or assigned areas.

Customer Focus: Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Proactively identifies customer issues and quickly and effectively resolves customer problems. Establishes customer service standards and objectives.

Communication Skills: Ability to provide direction and guidance in information security matters to departments across campus. Expresses oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others. Expresses oneself clearly and concisely in writing. Concisely summarizes large or complex issues both verbally and in writing.

Normal office environment.

Preferred qualifications

School/College/Division

H25 - Computing & Info Technology

Primary department

H25 Computing & Info Technology

Employment type

Regular Employee

Job type: Full Time

Job category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information

Compensation type: Annual Salary

Hourly rate

Salary minimum

Salary hire maximum: $88,811

Working conditions

Job openings

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position: No
• Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)

Prior posting/requisition number

Background check requirements

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.