CITY OF SOUTH SALT LAKE
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Description: IT Security and Network Specialist
Department: IT
Position Grade: 21
Supervisor: IT Division Manager
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Revision Date: June 2024
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The IT Security and Network Specialist works under the direction of the IT Division Manager; supports all City IT computer and network systems, network operations, cyber security systems and architecture; also supports staff desktop, notebook, and iOS devices; performs hardware and software planning and evaluation; provides problem solving and end user training; maintains edge and endpoint security; and ensures overall systems security, efficiency, and integrity. Needs to be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team. Stay organized and completes tasks timely.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
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Support City staff with security and IT needs as needed.
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Assists in all areas of the City to troubleshoot and resolve technology issues.
- Participates in overall systems security, development, analysis, and support activities for City network systems, including virtual infrastructure, firewall, routers, VPN connections, VM management, database management, and phone systems.
- Performs general network systems maintenance and assures proper operation and security of all City network systems.
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Replace failed components, monitor equipment, monitors network communications, and install system upgrades as assigned.
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Assists in preparation and maintaining the budget by recommending hardware and security software.
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Develops, implements and monitors City computer systems including law enforcement systems to ensure data accuracy, security, and legal and regulatory compliance.
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Assists in providing security awareness training to all City personnel.
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Monitor and maintains the City endpoint security software and systems.
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Monitors and maintains security software, firewalls, routers, servers and systems to ensure data security and integrity.
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Investigate, report and remedy cyber incidents or any potential cyber threat.
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Monitors and maintains city VoIP phone systems.
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Replace, install, maintain, and test network cabling including fiber optics.
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Subject to occasional callout and irregular working schedule.
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Other IT duties as assigned.