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Job Description
Salary starting at $79,373.00 annually. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Responsibilities include design and review of security controls, configuration, and monitoring of internal/external access controls and security safeguards to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information systems assets. This role will be focused on protecting system boundaries, keeping computer systems, applications and network devices hardened against attacks as well as monitoring and responding to significant security events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
•Depending on area of assignment may monitor, audit and/or maintain the security tools and systems (IDS, IPS, Firewall, VPN, NAC, WAF, and Web Proxies) for the corporate and SCADA/ICS computing environments.
•Assists Cybersecurity to remediate vulnerabilities and security incidents.
•Assists the Sr. Network Security Engineer(s) to conduct analysis of security requirements and controls to identify gaps and provides recommendations of industry best practices, trends, and technology products.
•Assists the Sr. Network Security Engineer(s) in the identification, evaluation, deployment, and optimization of security technologies.
•Collaborates with System Administrators, Information Security, Applications, SCADA/I&C and other information system staff to ensure adequate security solutions are in place for all IT systems and platforms to sufficiently mitigate identified risks and meet business objectives.
•Supports information security leadership team in strategic planning and development.
•Assists the Sr. Network Security Engineer(s) and Enterprise Architects to provide security design, consultancy, and assessment services; and introduces improvements in technical security standards and security implementation patterns and designs.
•Reviews and contributes to the improvement and standardization of security systems across all of IT.
•Implements, manages, and enforces electronic information security directives in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
•Ensures that the access control, disaster recovery, business continuity, and risk management needs of the organization are properly addressed as related to electronic protected health information (PHI).
•Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING
•This position works under limited supervision.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
•Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field of study required from an accredited college or university plus four years of relevant IT work experience, to include three years in network security field.
•OR Associate's degree In Information Technology, Computer Science or related field of study from an accredited college or university or technical institute plus eight years of relevant IT work experience, to include five years in network security field
•At least one 1 of the following professional information/network security certifications required:
o Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) in Security
o Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
o Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)
•Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Professional certification - Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
•Knowledge of SCADA/ICS security controls and best practices.
•Knowledge of Linux/Unix and other open-source software to include BIND and Nessus.
•Programming skills in one or more language (Python, Ruby, Bash, PHP, Perl, and Java).
•Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto enterprise grade products to include Firewalls, Cloud Web Proxy, TACACS+, RADIUS, DMVPN, WAF, etc.
•Familiarity with network, server, storage virtualization, i.e. MDS switching infrastructure, VSAN, VRF, VPN, and VMWare vSphere.
•Advanced knowledge of IOS, NX-OS, EIGRP, BGP, GRE and OSPF.
JOB DIMENSIONS
•Knowledge of network security, security-related systems and applications as well as security protocols and related tools, including tcpdump, Wireshark, and Splunk.
•Strong knowledge of Cisco IOS.
•Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing including maintaining regular contact with internal and external customers and contractor representatives involved with LAN/WAN design, network implementation, and network management.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment with travel to various locations on an occasional basis. Physical requirements include occasional lifting/carrying of 50 pounds; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting, and kneeling to perform the essential functions.
May be required to work hours other than regular schedule such as nights, weekends and holidays.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 8/17/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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