Security Engineering Manager

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Business Unit NDUS System Info Tech Services Location Grand Forks Posted 06/18/2026 Full/Part Time Full-Time Department Security Close Date 07/04/2026 Add to My Favorite Jobs Email this

Job Position Description & Details Position Title:

Security Engineering Manager Position Number:

00103136

Number of Openings:

1

Location:

Fargo, ND, Grand Forks, ND, or remote - please note that

NDUS CTS

is currently not hiring remote employees in the following states: AR, CA, CO, DE, HI, IN, MA, MD, ME, NE, NJ, OR, PA, RI, UT, WA, and any country outside of the United States.

Type of Appointment:

This is a full-time, 12-month, benefited position in the 3000 broadband, exempt from Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (not overtime eligible).

Closing Date:

Applications received by 11:59 PM July 6 th , 2026, will receive first consideration. Screening of applications begins on July 7 th , 2026.

Salary:

$105,000 - $115,000 annual salary

Benefits:

Core Technology Services (CTS) offers a competitive benefit package including a generous retirement plan and employer paid family health insurance, basic life insurance, sick leave, annual leave, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, and 10 paid holidays.

Job Summary:

Core Technology Services (CTS) provides secure information management and technology services to North Dakota University System (NDUS) students, faculty, staff, and state residents. CTS links academic and business services with the NDUS community, connecting users to the information and educational resources they need to accomplish their goals. This Security Engineering Manager role provides administrative and technical assistance in the management of information security. This position reports to the Director of Information Security for the NDUS and serves the CTS group and the NDUS member institutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage the CTS Security Engineering Team, overseeing two security engineers and guiding their day-to-day priorities and development. Develop and maintain IT security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines. Develop, implement, and maintain security technologies and systems. Prepare and execute security assessments, analysis, and remediation. Participate in risk analyses for central and distributed systems and networks. Conduct education and awareness programs related to IT security. Maintain proficiency in current trends and issues in IT security.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Management Information System (MIS), or a closely related field; and at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in information security or security engineering; OR Associate's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a closely related field; and at least ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in information security or security engineering. Minimum of 18 months of experience within the last five years directly supervising two or more information security staff or security engineers, including technical direction, workload prioritization, coaching, performance evaluations, and career development. Experience implementing, deploying and managing security technologies. Experience leading and conducting security assessments and vulnerability remediation. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or Management Information Systems (MIS). Security certification(s) such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, GSEC, GCIH, or equivalent credential. Working knowledge of key security and privacy regulations and frameworks ( FERPA, HIPAA, PCI

DSS, NIST, GLBA, CIS

). Experience developing or contributing to security policies, standards, and procedures. Experience developing or contributing to security awareness programs. Experience with identity and access management, including MFA and privileged access management (PAM). Experience with common scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar). Experience in higher education or public sector environments. Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend assignments.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should apply online at the

NDUS CTS

Careers Page (opens in a new tab) and upload a cover letter specifically addressing the job qualifications, a current resume, and names and email addresses of three professional references. Applicants who are veterans and eligible to claim veteran's preference must include Form DD214 with the application for employment; claims for disabled veteran's preference must include Form DD214 and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans' Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD214, a marriage certificate and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans' Affairs indicating disability, or the veteran's death certificate. Due to access to restricted information, the successful candidate will be required to complete a satisfactory criminal background check. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and I-9 employment certification is required at hire . There is no sponsorship available for this position. Persons who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact Dirk Huggett at (701) 792-6255 or email dirk.huggett@ndus.edu . TTY Number 1-800-366-6888.

CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are exempt, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists.

EEO/AA STATEMENT

NDUS/Core Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE NOTICE

: Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

NO SMOKING NOTICE

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with NDCC § 23-12-10.