RCS Linux Cybersecurity Administrator - GI

RCS Linux Cybersecurity Administrator

• GI 532434 Fairbanks, Alaska, United States Hybrid On Campus Staff Full-time Grade 80 UAF Geophysical Institute Add to favorites View favorites The RCS Linux Cyber Security Administrator (CSA) is responsible for assisting with day-to-day operations and protecting Geophysical Institute (GI) systems by a) focusing on maintaining the security of Linux environments, b) monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats, c) implementing system security controls, d) conducting vulnerability assessments, e) performing incident response, f) maintaining the endpoint management and SIEM tools, and g) scripting (Shell, Python) or programming (C, Ruby, PHP, Javascript) for automation, while staying updated on new threats and ensuringpliance with standards like NIST and CMMC.

The CSA evaluatesputer systems, software, and other technologies to detect security weaknesses, protect sensitive information, and implement modifications to strengthen security measures. In the event of a cyberattack, they work quickly to mitigate the situation and ensure that no data remains vulnerable. The Geophysical Institute is a research-focused organization at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. The university offers apetitive work environment with strong benefits, including retirement and health insurance, generous leave policies, and tuition waivers for UAF courses. The Geophysical Institute values collaboration, accountability, and the exchange of ideas. We foster a professional and respectful environment dedicated to serving Alaska through applied science. Career growth and professional development are supported and encouraged. As a public, regional,prehensive university, UAF wees applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (i.e., information technology,puter programming,puter science, cybersecurity & information assurance, or other related field) or an equivalentbination of training and experience. 3 or more years of professional Linux-related experience, or an equivalent mix of education, experience, and professional certifications.

Preferred Experience:

They should have 3 or more years of professional Linux-related experience and 1 or more years of professional cybersecurity experience. Or an equivalent mix of education, experience, and professional certifications. Cisco Certificate in Ethical Hacking Cisco Certificate Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate CompTIA Security+ Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSED) GIAC Certificate Incident Handler (GCIH)

Position Details:

This position will be physically located at the UAF campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. The successful finalist will be expected to report to duty at the UAF office on the first day of employment. This position is full-time, Grade 80, term-funded, exempt, 12-month positionplete with apetitive salary and UA employee benefits package. UA provides a generouspensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule, based on education and experience. The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties. To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your application. We review applications on a rolling basis. Because we may close the posting once a sufficient pool of qualified candidates is established, we encourage early submission. Please note that once a viable pool is identified, further applications may not be reviewed. 📃To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click HERE. If you need assistance applying to this posting, please contact GI

• Office of Human Resources at 907-474-7357 or at uaf-gi-hr@alaska.

edu. This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion. The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable amodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance inpleting this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada@alaska.edu. The University of Alaska (alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University ismitted to a policy of non-discrimination (alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status. The successful applicant is required toplete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check. Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. The University of Alaska reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at University of Alaska facilities. Remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the discretion of the University. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or where required by the job duties of the position.

• Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus.

The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years. Access to the reports is available at:

UAA:

(Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER

• Elmendorf Extension, JBER
• Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College
• Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College
• Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College
• Cordova Extension)

Online:

uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu.

UAF:

(Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus)

Online:

uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS:

(Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus)

Online:

uas.alaska.edu/equity-andpliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.