Info Security Professional III

Unleash YOUR Potential With Us

As a next-generation public research institute, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world's most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We're seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.

The Opportunity:

Responsible for identifying, assessing, and managing vulnerabilities. Conduct regular vulnerability scans and assessments to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities. Analyze and categorize vulnerabilities based on risk, severity, and impact. Work with stakeholders to develop remediation plans for critical and high-risk vulnerabilities. Track the progress of remediation efforts and provide regular status updates to leadership. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of vulnerabilities and remediation activities. Develop and implement vulnerability management policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular vulnerability scans using automated tools and manual testing methods to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities in the university's systems and applications.

• Develop and implement remediation plans for critical and high-risk vulnerabilities, working closely with the relevant teams and stakeholders to ensure timely resolution.

• Track the progress of remediation efforts, maintain accurate records of vulnerabilities and remediation activities, and provide regular status updates to management.

• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the latest vulnerabilities, threats, and remediation techniques, and participate in training and certification programs as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using vulnerability management tool such as Tenable, MS Defender, or Qualys.

• Experience performing vulnerability management and assessments at a large decentralized organization.

• Experience with tools such as Risk Recon, BITSIGHT or similar platform.

• Having led a vulnerability team is preferred.

• Working knowledge of networking and networking protocols is a plus.

• Certifications such as Security+ or a CISSP.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

We anticipate that well qualified candidates will fall with the salary range of: $89,076 to $122,479.

Are Benefits Important to You?

Working at UCF has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

• Flexible work environment

• And more…For more benefits information, to go to the UCF Employee Benefits page click here.

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region's talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It's one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation's top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

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