Cyber Security Engineer II

Cyber Security Engineer II

Salary

$110,400.00 Annually

Location

Southern Wake Campus

Job Type

Full-time, Annual

Job Number

07506

• DIVISION*

Information Technology Services

• DEPARTMENT*

Office of the CIO

Opening Date

10/26/2026

FLSA

Exempt

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• Benefits
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Position Description

This position is responsible for identifying weaknesses in current information security solutions to protect the colleges computer infrastructure, networks, and data against cyber-attacks and internal threats. The Cyber Security Engineer II will work closely with all ITS divisions to assist the Cyber Security Engineer I with day-to-day operational security issues while also mentoring Cyber Security Engineer I to provide guidance for complex security solutions and day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities and Duties (*Essential Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

• Assists Cyber Security III with short-term and long-term security solutions
• Mentors Cyber Security Engineer I to provide guidance for complex security solutions and day-to-day operations
• Serves as primary point-of-contact in reviewing threats and vulnerabilities and designing a mitigation strategy
• Researches industry best practices to ensure appropriate products and standards are implemented to protect the college from vulnerabilities and unauthorized access
• Assists CSE III to confirm threat and vulnerability incidents are reported, documented, and resolved in accordance with established governance policies and procedures
• Responsible for monitoring of the Colleges security prevention and detection solutions, both internal systems and external, third-party services that provides protection for the colleges network infrastructure and systems

Serves a secondary point-of-contact in emergency situations for information security threats. Responses are required during and after normal business hours to identify, assess and mitigate critical security issues

Assists CSE III with briefing materials to present to ITS Department leadership concerning vulnerabilities, security exposures, risks and impact of each to the institution

Develops and monitors processes for ensuring authorized access to college resources including permission violations and approving the revoking of permissions as needed

Participates in departmental risk assessments, security reporting and incident management as established by state guidelines and internal policies

Helps transform the overall cybersecurity culture of the college to meet industry standard

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated experience in Internet and network security products and platforms, including intrusion detection, intrusion prevention, incident response, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing

General understanding of industry standards and requirements for information security management, state and federal statutes, and third-party security assessments

Ability to work effectively with college leaders and IT engineering, operations, and support staff

Demonstrated knowledge of information security alerts, threat trends, intrusion analysis, malware, anomalous behavior, forensic research, and incident response protocols

Strong analytical, project management, and team-oriented interpersonal skills

Proven ability to work under pressure in emergencies and communicate security-related concepts to technical and non-technical staff

Minimum Requirements

Associate degree with four years experience in cyber-security or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Ability to work nights and weeks as needed to resolve security related issues

Preferences

Security+, CEH or equivalent certification

Experience with firewalls, ACLs, and endpoint security

Experience with one or more of the following: Python, C#, PHP, Drupal, SQL, Java

Experience with one or more of the following: Cloud application platforms, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, IIS

One or more years experience in higher education

#IDHP

As an equal employment opportunity employer, Wake Tech values our workforce. Wake Tech is committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County and rallying around them to go as far as their dreams, talents and resilience will take them. As an institution of higher education, we are committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community. We strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building, and we care deeply about supporting each employees professional growth.

Benefits at a Glance

Wake Technical Community College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our annual employees. Click here for more information.

• State Health Plan
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Care Exchange Notice
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Additional Supplemental Insurances
• Disability Plan
• NC Retirement Plan
• Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Community Service, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
• Paid Holidays
• Prior State Service Verification
• Supplemental Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Benefits
• College Savings Program
• State Employees Credit Union
• State Employees Association of NC (SEANC)
• Employee Discount Program
• Identity Theft Insurance

For further information, please contact 919-866-7890.

Please note: Most temporary (part-time or full-time) employees do not earn benefits.

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Describe your proficiency and experience with performing threat and vulnerability assessments.

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Describe your proficiency and experience in designing a mitigation plan to protect an organization against vulnerabilities and threats to servers and end point devices.

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Describe your proficiency and experience with network security platforms such as intrusion prevention/detection, incident response and penetration testing.

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Are you willing and able to work nights and weekends as needed to resolve security related issues?

Required Question

Employer Wake Technical Community College

Address 9101 Fayetteville Rd.

Raleigh, North Carolina, 27603

Phone 9198665934

Website https://www.waketech.edu/