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Information Security Analyst (Information Security Engineer)-Multiple Vacancies

Rutgers

Rutgers

IT
USD 106,113-152,927 / year
Posted on Aug 28, 2025
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Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Information Security Analyst (Information Security Engineer)-Multiple Vacancies
Job Category Staff & Executive - Information Technology
Department OIT-EI Infrastructure
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, stands among the nation’s highest-ranked, most diverse public research universities. The oldest, largest, and top-ranked public university in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area, you’ll find us at our main locations in three New Jersey cities, and our footprint can be seen around the region. As one of the nation’s most diverse universities, Rutgers draws strength from the rich variety of perspectives and life experiences of our community. We’re an academic, health, and research powerhouse and a university of opportunity. The Office of Information Technology (OIT) is Rutgers’ enterprise IT office. OIT provides university wide services and support and collaborates with department and unit IT professionals on projects and initiatives for the Rutgers community. OIT’s services and systems include the Rutgers network; email and calendaring systems; IDs/passwords and identity management; data centers; computer labs; help desk support; wireless connectivity; a software portal; information security, risk, and compliance services; research computing; and many others. OIT’s staff members work closely with the broader university community to advance Rutgers’ missions of teaching, research, and service. For more information, please visit https://it.rutgers.edu.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Information Security Analyst (Information Security Engineer). Reporting to the Manager of Platform Network Security, Operations, and Delivery in Enterprise Infrastructure, this position will be responsible for enterprise networking security infrastructure and work with senior management staff to develop, design, and manage network and security engineering solutions, posture and policies within the Enterprise Infrastructure Platform Services team. This role will provide leadership in decisions about enterprise network security and the enforcement policy of supporting tools. The senior security engineer will serve as a mentor to staff, be an active contributor in all relative disciplines, and work with departments throughout the university’s Security Analyst (Information Security Engineer) for the Office of Information Technology.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and Rutgers regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
  • Provides exceptional network security leadership, technical knowledge, and ability in support of security operations staff and initiatives.
  • Designs and manages enterprise network security solutions and services at the enterprise edge, datacenter, and business unit level.
  • Builds and maintains relationships with departments and business units across the University.
  • Develops strategic vision for present and future state of operational security.
  • Stays current with security trends/technology and represent the institution through professional organizations and established academic working groups.
  • Serves the Enterprise Infrastructure Security team as a senior technical resource and escalation point.
  • Assumes a leadership role in providing an enterprise framework, ensuring that technology assets are secured proactively in pursuit of the highest degree of service availability.
  • Provides exceptional technical knowledge and skills to network projects, helping to ensure accurate and timely implementation.
  • Develops the University enterprise security infrastructure and security implementation processes to adhere to industry governance and compliance requirements.
  • Leads the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of Enterprise-wide network security equipment in support of university policies and procedures, including Firewalls (NGFW), intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPN concentrators, network monitoring and analytical tools (ex. SIEM).
  • Works directly with departments and external partners to ensure that electronic data transmissions are encrypted and protected, such that they comply with university policy, industry standards, and compliance requirements.
  • Evaluates and supports Enterprise Security technologies.
  • Plans and executes infrastructure security efforts.
  • Recommends and implements procedures and technologies for improving functionality, usability, and availability.
  • Documents Enterprise security infrastructure, including network topology diagrams and procedural documentation.
  • Remains abreast of technology direction and its relevance to the University’s mission by accessing appropriate professional journals & publications, attending formal training, and participating in the meetings and conferences of professional organizations/societies at local, state, and national levels.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 34S
Salary Details
Minimum Salary 106113.000
Mid Range Salary 128245.000
Maximum Salary 152927.000
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours (per week)
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Union Description HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
  • A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Equivalent education, experience, and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirements.
  • Five (5) years of progressively more responsible experience in a technical environment.
Certifications/Licenses
  • Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands; a valid driver’s license would be required for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated expertise and excellence in design, implementation, and management of complex technical systems and environments.
  • Must have extensive experience working in a technical setting and a strong understanding of workflow, policies, and procedures regarding infrastructure security.
  • In-depth knowledge of security hardware, security software, and security analysis Proficient in layer 2 and layer 3 WAN and LAN topology, with knowledge in IP network analysis, BGP, and troubleshooting.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems of high technical complexity.
  • Strong familiarity with network/information security systems theory and design.
  • A broad understanding of network connectivity, security architecture and policy development in large, complex environments.
  • Demonstrated progressively higher levels of responsibility, culminating in positions with senior level hands-on design and implementation requirements.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to develop quality technical documentation.
  • Current Cisco and Palo Alto network security experience.
  • Ability to communicate and promote ideas and transfer detailed technical knowledge to others.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 6+ years of security experience.
  • Vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and security operations.
  • 6+ years’ experience working in an enterprise network, handling and securing high risk data.
  • Certifications: SANS, Cisco, Palo Alto CompTIA Security+ International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC)2, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Specify Significant Physical Demands and Work Environment conditions in the Job requirements section.
  • Keep copies of the ADA physical Demands and Work Environment Documentation Check off List in your files.
  • Must be familiar with the following: Firewalls/IPS/IDS/EDR NetFlow Networking equipment, Windows/Linux/MAC Stong understanding of routing and network protocols.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds for the purpose of moving computer equipment.
  • Office environment.
  • Moderate Noise.
Special Conditions
  • Multiple Vacancies.
  • Clean Driving Record.
Posting Details
Posting Number 25ST1860
Posting Open Date 08/28/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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