University of Southern California · 2 days ago
Security Engineer II - IS Security - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$46/hr - $76.07/hr
5+ years expThe University of Southern California is seeking a Security Engineer II to provide operational, administrative, and project support for the Information Security department. The role involves ensuring the integrity of information systems, implementing security measures, and responding to incidents while collaborating with other teams to enhance security protocols.
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Responsibilities
Provide after-hours and weekend support where necessary for a 24x7 incident response model
Follow established IS procedures to ensure the safety of the IT systems and assets
Investigate and remediate incidents with standard Incident Response protocols. Inclusive of escalations and communications
Forecast and recommend short- and long-term solutions and strategies; lead implementation of those strategies
Implement and monitor security measures for the protection of computer systems, networks and information. Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols
Take appropriate actions to ensure minimal disruption to business customers
Develop technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks
Recommend security enhancements to management or senior IT staff
Collaborate with other IS teams on incidents, remediation, security systems & solutions, communications, etc
Prepare reports that document security breaches and the extent of the damage caused by the breaches
Identify and define system security requirements
Configure and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree Computer Science or a related field
OR the equivalent combination of experience and education that would demonstrate the capability to successfully perform the essential functions of this position
5 years Experience in general Information Security
Proven work experience as a system security engineer or information security engineer
Experience in working with and maintaining security systems
Detailed technical knowledge of operating system security
Hands on experience in security systems including: intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, authentication systems, log management, content filtering, etc
Experience with network security and networking technologies
Experience with security systems and tools
Understanding of the latest security principles, techniques, and protocols
Performs/follows all procedures to ensure the safety of Information Systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction
Ability to develop and implement IT security standards and procedures
Knowledge and understanding of IT industry trends and emerging technologies and an ability to relate them to the organization and its objectives
Knowledge of information security industry and regulatory obligations (PCI DSS, SOX, HIPAA, NIST Framework 800 series, etc.)
Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure
Good communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
Able to solve a range of problems in stressful situations
Able to analyze possible solutions and assess each using standard procedures
Able to effectively explain information and influence others in straightforward situations
Able to make appropriate decisions within guidelines and policies
Able to effectively prioritize own work to meet changing deadlines
Provide after-hours and weekend on-call support for service-related issues
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
Preferred
Healthcare experience
PCI, HIPAA, NIST experience
Security control concepts: physical, logical, administrative
One (or more) of the following security certifications: ISC2 certificates, GIAC certificates, CISM/A, CEH, etc
Company
University of Southern California
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
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Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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