Forensic Engineer Position - GWU

[Krizi Trivisani <krizi () GWU EDU>]

Forensic Information Security Systems Engineer

The Information Security team at The George Washington University is
currently seeking a Computer Forensic Information Security Systems
Engineer to operate and maintain the GWU forensic information security
capabilities and implement security solutions, and standards for
administrative and academic systems and networks.

Responsibilities include:

1.      Perform forensic analysis on computer systems and make
recommendations for remediation.
2.      Implement, maintain and analyze results from intrusion detection
systems, intrusion prevention systems, network mapping software and
other tools to protect, detect and correct information security related
vulnerabilities and events.
3.      Monitors the network and central computing assets for the proper
security procedures, software, and signs of compromise.
4.      Serves as primary liaison and contact regarding the security events,
which includes coordinating activities with university users, Local
Support Partners and external network and security managers.
5.      Implement protective efforts for the university’s Information
networks for the distribution of administrative, academic, and research
data, which includes developing specifications for security equipment
software and procedures necessary for data security.
6.      Develops specifications for security equipment, software and
procedures necessary for data security.
7.      Evaluates future security requirements and develops and recommends
technical and operational solutions accordingly.
8.      Provides training, as appropriate, to Security Interns, Local Support
Partners, and others regarding the use of security equipment,
procedures, software and the installation of security components.


Minimum Qualifications: 

A Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems (or a closely related field)
or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience is
necessary.

A minimum of five years of professional information technology
experience, to include one year of professional experience in the
operation and installation of security systems specifically related to
intrusion detection, intrusion prevention, and/or forensics, a minimum
of two years of UNIX, Novell, and/or Microsoft systems administration
experience, and a minimum of two years of networking experience, is
necessary.

Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are necessary.

Experience within a university environment is desirable.

Final candidates for this position must be able to satisfy an employment
background check which includes education, credit, criminal and social
security identification.


GW is a community dedicated to learning, communication, respect,
service, and teamwork.  As one of the largest private employers in the
District of Columbia, the University seeks employees who
enthusiastically support its teaching, research, and public service
mission.  We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes
health insurance, a retirement plan, and tuition benefits for an
employee, their spouse or same-sex domestic partner, and dependent.  To
apply, please refer to the requisition number R000015204 and submit a
resume on line via the Staff Employment Opportunities Search feature
available at: www.gwu.edu/~hrs/eo, or submit a resume, which includes
the requisition number, to:  The George Washington University, Dept.
HRS, 2033 K Street, NW, Suite 220, Washington, DC  20052.  Fax: (202)
994-9609.

GW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Cheers,
Krizi

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Krizi Trivisani, CISSP
Director of Systems Security Operations
Chief Security Officer
The George Washington University
202/994-7803
krizi () gwu edu