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Security Perimeter Systems Engineer (ITS/AS 6)
Interactive Technologies Division

$66,420 - $87,096 per year (Range 70)

OPENS: April 21, 2008
CLOSES: Open until Filled

Location: Olympia, Washington

Agency Profile

The Washington State Department of Information Services (DIS) provides quality and reliable computing, telecommunications, and Internet services to state and local agencies, tribal governments, educational institutions, and not-for-profit organizations.

As the technology leader for Washington State, DIS provides innovative services so that government agencies can successfully serve the public. DIS also provides support to the Information Services Board (ISB) and other committees.

Job Overview

The Department of Information Services is seeking an Information Technology Systems/Applications Specialist 6 (ITS/AS 6) to join the Security Perimeter team. As a member of the Enterprise Security Services (ESS) team, serves as the designated highest level authority and technical lead or supervisor responsible for the statewide perimeter security infrastructure that protects state and local government from the Internet. Responsible for analyzing and designing complex security architecture for mission critical applications and systems. Ensuring the protection of the Internet requires advanced knowledge of complex security technology, Domain Name System administration, Internet security, IP protocol/addressing and rule-based secure access administration, host and network-based intrusion detection technology.

Performs specialized security system architecture, design, acquisition, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and problem resolution, customer service request and assistance, and security consulting and design reviews for high risk, high impact statewide security systems and services to ensure security of state and local government e-business applications protected by firewalls, managed firewall services, router access control, and intrusion/prevention detection systems.

Possess business knowledge and understands the overall impact of enterprise security to independently deal with high risk, high profile initiatives that impact public services. Serve as a technical mentor, coach and trainer to other ESS team members and as a consultant to management staff.

Desirable Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:

• 3-5 years experience with Firewall administration/configuration and support.
• 3-5 years experience with carrier-class hardware internetworking.
• 3-5 years experience with a large customer or service provider network.
• 2-4 years experience with network/security troubleshooting at an advanced level (Tier 2/Tier 3 level).
• 2-4 years experience with Networking and router ACL management.

We are most interested in candidates who have:

• Project management experience, including managing resources, timelines and communications to see project through from inception to timely completion and maintenance.
• Experience as a technical project lead or technical lead of a workgroup in a large scale IT service provider network.
• Experience with system design of complex, mission-critical security devices or applications.
• Experience with administration and support of security information management and intrusion prevention systems.
• Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate technical requirements with cohorts and to translate these into business options for management presentation.
• Ability to develop written policies for strategic planning and systems support.
• Ability to respond to inquiries in a timely, courteous and professional manner.
• VoIP security skills and experience.
• MPLS experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred with emphasis in computer science, or related field.

Desirable Certifications

• CCNA
• CCSP
• CCIE Security
• GIAC
• CISSP

Additional comments

Must carry on-call pager on rotating schedule.

Working for DIS

DIS is an agency on the move. With a talented workforce that has a depth of knowledge and understanding of information technology, DIS provides constructive, reliable and responsive services for all their clients.

DIS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and personal development through workshops, seminars, and other training opportunities as well as a tuition reimbursement program and promotional opportunities.

As one of the top ten places in the country for business and careers (Forbes' Magazine, 2007), and conveniently located at the crossroads of business and leisure, Olympia has become the preferred destination zone for business professionals in the Pacific Northwest.

Olympia is on the Puget Sound and is within easy driving distance of the rugged Olympic National Park, the city of Seattle, Mt. Rainier, Mt. St. Helens, and Pacific Ocean coastal beaches: all offering ample outdoor recreation opportunities. Home to an internationally-recognized educational institution and a vibrant arts scene, Olympia is also the location of the outstanding Farmer's Market, located at the downtown waterfront.

Employee Benefits

The State of Washington offers a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits to match the needs of our diverse workforce.

DIS eligible employees can choose from our outstanding benefit packages including health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; vacation, sick, military and civil leave; dependent care assistance program; deferred compensation plans; educational benefits program; paid holidays; Commute Trip Reduction Incentives; training; and state retirement plans.

Special Notes

This position is covered by a union security provision. Therefore, as a condition of employment, candidates who are appointed are required to become members of the Washington Federation of State Employees, or pay other representational fees within the first 30 days of employment.

The incumbent must be able to pass the Washington State Patrol (WSP) criminal background check and meet all standards set by the WSP.

This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest with a detailed description of their experience as it pertains to the Desirable Qualifications listed. Please include a current resume, Washington State Application and a minimum of three professional references.

Please send your application materials via e-mail to hro@dis.wa.gov

Applicant Profile

As a separate part of the application process, you are requested to voluntarily complete and return the Applicant Profile sheet with your completed application. This information will be treated as confidential. This page will be separated from your application and used by authorized personnel only.

Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 902-3543 or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf at 1-800-833-6388.

The Department of Information Services is an equal opportunity employer.