Information Security Engineer

We seek a dedicated and innovative security professional to join our team in a multifaceted role that spans engineering, security operations, incident response, and professional development. This position offers an exciting opportunity to design, implement, and maintain robust security services and tools across various domains, including endpoint, network, email, cloud, and general cybersecurity systems. You'll contribute to vulnerability management and remediation efforts, oversee security projects, and ensure effective communication with IT teams and stakeholders.

As our Information Security Engineer, you will be a key player in security operations, you will manage and monitor security systems, document and refine security protocols, and conduct assessments to ensure the effectiveness of our security tools. This role involves collaboration with risk analysts and other internal and external partners to enhance security measures and address operational needs.

You will also participate in incident response activities, providing strategic support in forensic analysis and remediation efforts. Additionally, you’ll have opportunities to mentor team members and student employees, sharing expertise and promoting cybersecurity awareness. Staying current with industry trends and engaging in professional development activities will be integral to your success.

If you’re passionate about safeguarding a diverse variety of assets while fostering innovation and collaboration, we encourage you to apply and contribute to a secure and forward-thinking environment.

To thrive in this role you will need exceptional communication skills, both written and oral. The ideal candidate will have experience presenting complex information to diverse audiences with varying levels of technical expertise. A broad understanding of information technology operations, including infrastructure, applications, and security-focused technologies, is essential. This includes expertise in areas such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, encryption, cloud security, SIEM/log management, and other operational security tools.

The role requires familiarity with programming or scripting languages to automate tasks and streamline workflows, along with a demonstrated enthusiasm for learning and integrating new technologies into daily operations. Strong project management skills are essential, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and high-level tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

A comprehensive knowledge of audit and compliance concepts, such as risk assessment, controls, and regulatory requirements (e.g., CJIS, CMMC, FERPA, HIPAA, PCI), as well as familiarity with information security frameworks (e.g., NIST800-53, ISO 27000, CIS CSC), is highly desirable. You should also maintain an active understanding of industry practices in threat analytics, incident response, and adaptive security measures.

Ideal candidates will have experience with enterprise-level systems and tools in areas such as endpoint protection, email security, network security, cloud computing, and general cybersecurity measures. Exceptional time management, diplomacy, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving are critical for success in this role. Familiarity with programming or scripting to enhance automation is a strong advantage.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a relevant field (i.e. Information Technology or other related field) and 4 years of progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Or, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 6 years of relevant experience, OR an equivalent combination of training, education, and documented professional experience.

Two or more relevant IT/cybersecurity certifications (vendor-specific or those from bodies such as ISC(2), ISACA, SANS, etc.) desired at the time of hire, required within the first year of employment.

Travel and on-call are required.

Position Details:

This position is located at the University of Alaska system office in Fairbanks, AK, and flexible on-site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This position can also be remote within Alaska. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule, Grade 82, based on education and experience.

✍ Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your application. ✍

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.

Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.

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☎️ If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Terra Preslan, UA System Office HR Coordinator, at ua-so-hr@alaska.edu or 907-450-8261.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.