Sr. Security Engineer

at  City of Garland

Why Team Garland?
At the City of Garland, we believe that a career in public service is not just a job; it’s a calling. It’s an opportunity to serve others, make a lasting impact, and be part of meaningful projects that shape every aspect of city life.
Team Garland is dedicated to building the stage where the residents of Garland can each live their best life!
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we offer professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment that helps you reach your full potential. As a member of Team Garland, your skills and ideas are valued; we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits*, wellness programs, and a healthy work-life balance.

If you are ready for a career that makes a difference, apply today!

• Benefits offered are subject to change and differ based on employment type

Summary
Responsible for safeguarding the organization’s computer networks and systems by identifying risks, planning, and implementing security measures to protect data integrity and availability.
Salary: Depending on qualification and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify security risks and present risk assessment to management.
• Design, develop, implement, and improve enterprise security architecture to mitigate risk and support business and technology solutions.
• Review, assess, and recommend security tools, applications, and processes.
• Conduct and assist with security assessments, vulnerability testing, and risk analysis.
• Act as the subject matter expert for security tools, applications, and processes.
• Identify, manage, and report key security performance indicators to management.
• Interact directly with infrastructure teams to align and execute infrastructure changes to support security practices.
• Author and maintain security policy and process documentation.
• Lead the implementation of cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks.
• Author and maintain the City’s incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.
• Ability to mentor and train junior staff in the above tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience
• 2 years experience performing risk analysis
• 2 years experience implementing cyber security frameworks
• 2 years experience automating processes using widely employed scripting languages

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, Systems Engineering or related field of study
• 7 years Microsoft Windows Server experience
• 5 years experience in an information security role
• 2 years experience in Microsoft 365 E5 Security Stack and Microsoft Sentinel
• 3 years experience in Systems logging, SIEM, IDS/IPS, and enterprise firewalls

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the latest security principles, techniques, and protocols
• Knowledge of cyber security frameworks
• Knowledge of IT organizational practices
• Strong communication skills - ability to communicate effectively to technical and non-technical staff
• Strong attention to detail with analytical capabilities and outstanding problem-solving skills

Licenses and Certifications

• CISSP or similar information security certification preferred (or acquire within one year of employment)
• CEH or similar penetration testing certification preferred (or acquire within one year of employment)
• Valid Class C Texas Driver’s license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment
The incumbent works in a typical office environment; relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
About Us
Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City’s Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.
Vision
Garland’s vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.
Mission
We are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future

• Identify security risks and present risk assessment to management.
• Design, develop, implement, and improve enterprise security architecture to mitigate risk and support business and technology solutions.
• Review, assess, and recommend security tools, applications, and processes.
• Conduct and assist with security assessments, vulnerability testing, and risk analysis.
• Act as the subject matter expert for security tools, applications, and processes.
• Identify, manage, and report key security performance indicators to management.
• Interact directly with infrastructure teams to align and execute infrastructure changes to support security practices.
• Author and maintain security policy and process documentation.
• Lead the implementation of cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks.
• Author and maintain the City’s incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.
• Ability to mentor and train junior staff in the above tasks