Senior Infrastructure & Security Engineer

Senior Infrastructure Engineer – Chisago County Salary: $39.21 to $51.63 per hour (DOQ) Responsibilities Configure and manage Cisco firewalls. Perform Nessus or equivalent vulnerability scanning and remediation. Configure and manage Cisco core routers and switches. Apply patch management procedures. Conduct vulnerability research and provide remediation for interconnected equipment or software. Identify vulnerabilities and remediate for the Chisago County E‑911 system. Document technical configurations and produce detailed reports. Maintain and troubleshoot layer 3 networking. Implement and manage hardware/software IDS/IPS technologies. Administer Linux and Microsoft Windows based systems. Manage VMware server infrastructure. Develop and enforce security practices, policies, and procedures across County systems. Evaluate new applications and systems for use within the County. Act as a liaison with the user community to understand IT needs and ensure compliance with security procedures. Coordinate and conduct security risk assessments and recommend corrective actions. Facilitate security awareness training for staff. Maintain reporting systems to monitor the computer security function. Communicate with DES Management regarding privacy regulations and related statutes. Lead IT projects, ensuring appropriate resource allocation, timeline, deliverables, and schedules. Provide after‑hours support as part of an on‑call rotation. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum of six (6) years progressive experience in information systems, with at least two (2) years in computer systems security administration (preferred). High school diploma or equivalent. Two‑year certificate in data processing, computer science, micro‑computer or related field plus four (4) years experience, **or** seven (7) years progressive experience in network security, Microsoft networking, PCs and related technologies (or equivalent). Successful completion of a CJIS background check. Valid driver’s license. Strong knowledge of information security management and practice, applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and professional standards for systems security. Strong project‑management, communication, and change‑management skills. Team‑player who values treating others with dignity and respect. Equal Opportunity Employer Chisago County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr