Job Description
The City of Naperville seeks a security engineer professional to install, monitor, and maintain networking infrastructure within the Electric Utility’s OT (Operational Technology) networks, ensuring the security of networks, operational systems, and information systems. This professional will implement and maintain OT network monitoring programs, vulnerability scanning programs, OT IDS programs, and associated remediation programs tailored to the Operational Technology environment at the City’s publicly-owned Electric Utility.
The Electric Utility
As a public utility owned by the customers it serves, Naperville’s electric utility has proudly served the community for 120 years. Bringing power to 60,000 customers each month, the utility provides reliable, quality, responsive and cost-efficient services in support of the health, welfare & growth of the City. This is achieved principally by effective operation, maintenance and replacement activities; a well-planned and executed capital improvement program; an active employee safety and training program; and continuous public information. Locally controlled and managed, the Naperville Electric Utility provides rates that are among the lowest in the state. Other benefits of local management include greater reliability, efficiency, and responsiveness to customer concerns.
Naperville is the 4th largest city in Illinois. Its electric utility maintains 16 substations, 60 miles of transmission and 1000 miles of distribution lines (of which 94% are underground), and has a 350 MW peak demand / 1,400,000 MWh annually. A decade ago, Naperville modernized its electric grid via the installation of 60,000 smart-meters and a wireless & fiber-optic backbone. This City-wide Smart Grid allows the utility to better analyze electricity consumption, and to offer an on-line energy portal to its electric customers
Responsibilities
Qualifications
At a minimum, applicants must possess:
• a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Demonstrable experience in the Cybersecurity, Network Security, or Information Security Analyst fields. Or professional experience in cyber security as applied to ICS, SCADA, Protection and Control (P&C), and/or Distributed Control Systems DCS (e.g., intrusion detection systems and design, OT incident response, vulnerability management, etc.).
• Valid State of Illinois Driver’s License.
Preferred credentials include valid Palo Alto Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) certification, and/or valid Cisco Certified Network Associate – Security (CCNA – Sec), CISSP, CISM or Palo Alto (PCNSA) Security certification.
Top candidates will be able to demonstrate strong communication skills and problem-solving skills. They will possess proven abilities to establish & maintain effective working relationships; to communicate clearly and concisely (verbally and in writing) with technical and non-technical audiences; to maintain focus in a fast-paced, multitasking environment and manage time effectively; and a desire to learn new position-related skills in a diverse, frequently changing environment
Additional Information
A dynamic community of 148,000 residents, the City of Naperville is conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago, and occupies 39 square miles. It has gained national recognition for its family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate and vibrant downtown area. Money Magazine frequently includes Naperville among its “Best Cities in the United States” in which to live.
It’s also an excellent place to work! The municipal government employs 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories. In return for your “great service all the time,” we’ll provide you with a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, a competitive benefits package (including BCBS insurance plans, IMRF pension benefits, paid New Parent Leave, PTO, paid sick time & paid holidays), plus access to the employee fitness center.
It is important that your application is complete and thorough. Please include all requested education, experience, attachments and other information. Resumes and other supporting documents may be provided at the time of application; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address you provide.
THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E.
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The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at (630) 305-7066
The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 148,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It’s also a great place to work! Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a dynamic & collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.