Junior Security Engineer

The State of Indiana is seeking a Junior Security Engineer (Indiana Office of Technology) to support security documentation, monitoring, assessments, and end-user security product support.

Responsibilities

• Support documentation of computer security policies and emergency measure policies, including related procedures or tests
• Monitor networks or systems for security breaches or intrusions
• Assist with coordinating vulnerability assessments or analysis of information security systems
• Support information security standards and best practices
• Assist in identifying or implementing solutions to information security problems
• Support risk assessments and help execute system tests to confirm data processing activities and security measures are functioning
• Provide technical support to computer users for the installation and use of security products
• Recommend information security enhancements to management
• Assist in reviewing security assessments for computing environments and checks for compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulations
• Perform basic troubleshooting for security and network problems

Requirements

• Knowledge of security frameworks, software, operating systems, and compliance regulations
• Knowledge of programming languages and scripting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented approach with technical experience
• Ability to develop and maintain information security standards
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
• High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE)
• Degree not required; 3+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered

Location and Salary

• Location: Indianapolis, IN, US (onsite)
• Salary: USD 61,022 per year
• Minimum experience: 3 years

Benefits

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage), plus vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program
• Health savings account with bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k)) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• Paid leave policies: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave; up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs