SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Grade 22: Salary starts at $87,893.00 annually. Rate of pay depends on qualifications. Job Description JOB SUMMARY Works for and under the general direction of the Director, Network Security Services. Responsibilities include design and review of security controls, monitoring of internal/external access controls and security safeguards to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information systems assets. This role will be the subject matter expert in the domain of information security as it relates to servers/workstations, networks, web applications, IT processes and regulatory compliance. Evaluates, selects, implements, and monitors administration of information system security tools across enterprise. Assist in developing and implementing policy and control frameworks, and promoting security awareness and compliance throughout the organization. Leads a staff of two or more security engineers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Researches, designs and advocates new technologies, architectures, and security products that will support business security requirements for the enterprise. Conducts threat and vulnerability risk assessments to determine security requirements and proactively fix security flaws and vulnerabilities. Plays a lead role in the identification, analysis, evaluation, deployment and optimization of security technologies. Maintains oversight of the design, implementation and testing of IT systems to ensure appropriate and effective security controls are built from the start. Works closely with other groups, including System Administrators, Network Engineering, Applications, SCADA/I&C and other information system staff to ensure adequate security solutions are in place for all IT systems and platforms to sufficiently mitigate identified risks and meet business objectives. Leads projects and initiatives to design and verify implementation of various information security controls. Governs security design and architecture during project delivery by enforcing the use of established standards and evolving solutions and patterns. Supports information security leadership team in strategic planning and development. Provides security design, consultancy, and assessment services; and introduces improvements in technical security standards and security implementation patterns and designs. Conducts analysis of security requirements and controls to identify gaps and provides recommendations of industry best practices, trends, and technology products. Detects, investigates and manages recovery efforts from security incidents, and assists with incident response plans. Increases company-wide security awareness and monitors information security related web sites and newsletters to stay up to date on current attacks and trends. Analyzes potential impact of new threats and exploits and communicates risks to relevant business units. Designs technical solutions and coordinates with the staff to ensure timely and accurate implementation. Performs other duties as assigned. DECISION MAKING This position works under limited supervision. This position serves as a technical lead, providing guidance and mentorship to network security engineers. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL SPECIALTIES Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field of study required. Six years of relevant IT work experience, to include five years in information security field, preferably in an environment certified and compliant with a globally recognized Security Framework / Information Security Management System (NIST SP 800-53, ISO27001, HIPAA, SOX, PCI). At least one professional information security certification required (CCNP-Security, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, and/or SANS GIAC). Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's Degree in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance. CISSP, CISM, & CCNP Certifications. Knowledge of SCADA/ICS security controls and best practices. Knowledge of Linux/Unix and other open source software to include BIND and Nessus. Programming skills in one or more languages (Python, Ruby, Bash, PHP, Perl, Java). Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto enterprise grade products to include: Nexus 7000, 4500, ISR G2, Firewalls, Sourcefire, Web Proxy, TACACS+, DMVPN, ISE, etc. JOB DIMENSIONS Knowledge of network security, security-related systems and applications as well as security protocols and related tools, including tcpdump, Wireshark, Splunk, AccelOps, and Nessus Security Center. Knowledge of Metaspoit, Nessus, digital Forensics tools. Demonstrated ability to identify security requirements and validate implementation of applicable controls into a robust architecture that sufficiently repels most malicious attacks. Regular contact with internal and external customers and contractor representatives involved with LAN/WAN design, network implementation, and network management. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment with travel to various locations on an occasional basis. Physical requirements include occasional lifting/carrying of 70 pounds; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting, and kneeling to perform the essential functions. May be required to work hours other than regular schedule such as nights, weekends and holidays. San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers. From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following: Competitive, market-based salaries Performance-based incentives Medical benefits Dental benefits Life insurance Prescription drug program Vision care plan Two retirement plans Deferred compensation plans (457 plan) Disability income Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal) Education assistance program Employee assistance program Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts Wellness programs On-Site Fitness Facilities Community service opportunities
Grade 22: Salary starts at $87,893.00 annually. Rate of pay depends on qualifications. Job Description JOB SUMMARY Works for and under the general direction of the Director, Network Security Services. Responsibilities include design and review of security controls, monitoring of internal/external access controls and security safeguards to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information systems assets. This role will be the subject matter expert in the domain of information security as it relates to servers/workstations, networks, web applications, IT processes and regulatory compliance. Evaluates, selects, implements, and monitors administration of information system security tools across enterprise. Assist in developing and implementing policy and control frameworks, and promoting security awareness and compliance throughout the organization. Leads a staff of two or more security engineers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Researches, designs and advocates new technologies, architectures, and security products that will support business security requirements for the enterprise. Conducts threat and vulnerability risk assessments to determine security requirements and proactively fix security flaws and vulnerabilities. Plays a lead role in the identification, analysis, evaluation, deployment and optimization of security technologies. Maintains oversight of the design, implementation and testing of IT systems to ensure appropriate and effective security controls are built from the start. Works closely with other groups, including System Administrators, Network Engineering, Applications, SCADA/I&C and other information system staff to ensure adequate security solutions are in place for all IT systems and platforms to sufficiently mitigate identified risks and meet business objectives. Leads projects and initiatives to design and verify implementation of various information security controls. Governs security design and architecture during project delivery by enforcing the use of established standards and evolving solutions and patterns. Supports information security leadership team in strategic planning and development. Provides security design, consultancy, and assessment services; and introduces improvements in technical security standards and security implementation patterns and designs. Conducts analysis of security requirements and controls to identify gaps and provides recommendations of industry best practices, trends, and technology products. Detects, investigates and manages recovery efforts from security incidents, and assists with incident response plans. Increases company-wide security awareness and monitors information security related web sites and newsletters to stay up to date on current attacks and trends. Analyzes potential impact of new threats and exploits and communicates risks to relevant business units. Designs technical solutions and coordinates with the staff to ensure timely and accurate implementation. Performs other duties as assigned. DECISION MAKING This position works under limited supervision. This position serves as a technical lead, providing guidance and mentorship to network security engineers. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL SPECIALTIES Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field of study required. Six years of relevant IT work experience, to include five years in information security field, preferably in an environment certified and compliant with a globally recognized Security Framework / Information Security Management System (NIST SP 800-53, ISO27001, HIPAA, SOX, PCI). At least one professional information security certification required (CCNP-Security, CISSP, CISM, CRISC, and/or SANS GIAC). Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's Degree in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance. CISSP, CISM, & CCNP Certifications. Knowledge of SCADA/ICS security controls and best practices. Knowledge of Linux/Unix and other open source software to include BIND and Nessus. Programming skills in one or more languages (Python, Ruby, Bash, PHP, Perl, Java). Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto enterprise grade products to include: Nexus 7000, 4500, ISR G2, Firewalls, Sourcefire, Web Proxy, TACACS+, DMVPN, ISE, etc. JOB DIMENSIONS Knowledge of network security, security-related systems and applications as well as security protocols and related tools, including tcpdump, Wireshark, Splunk, AccelOps, and Nessus Security Center. Knowledge of Metaspoit, Nessus, digital Forensics tools. Demonstrated ability to identify security requirements and validate implementation of applicable controls into a robust architecture that sufficiently repels most malicious attacks. Regular contact with internal and external customers and contractor representatives involved with LAN/WAN design, network implementation, and network management. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment with travel to various locations on an occasional basis. Physical requirements include occasional lifting/carrying of 70 pounds; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, reaching, walking, twisting, and kneeling to perform the essential functions. May be required to work hours other than regular schedule such as nights, weekends and holidays. San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers. From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following: Competitive, market-based salaries Performance-based incentives Medical benefits Dental benefits Life insurance Prescription drug program Vision care plan Two retirement plans Deferred compensation plans (457 plan) Disability income Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal) Education assistance program Employee assistance program Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts Wellness programs On-Site Fitness Facilities Community service opportunities
State of Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Announcement Number: 1499588282 STATE OF NEVADA JOE LOMBARDO, Governor JUSTIN JONES, Commissioner PUOY K. PREMSRIRUT, Chairwoman MARILYN KIRKPATRICK, Commissioner KARA J. KELLEY, Vice Chairwoman ALLEN J. PULIZ, Commissioner ERIC WITKOSKI, Executive Director DAN H. STEWART, Commissioner CODY T. WINTERTON, Commissioner COLORADO RIVER COMMISSION OF NEVADA Unclassified Position Announcement POWER SYSTEMS COMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN (Power Facilities Comm Tech) Las Vegas, Nevada Recruitment Open To: The Colorado River Commission of Nevada (Commission) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Power Systems Communications Technician for the Commission's Power Delivery Group (PDG). Recruitment: Open to all qualified candidates, the vacancy is in Las Vegas, Nevada. POSITION STATUS: Exempt from (FLSA); serves at the will of the Executive Director; and under the Supervision of the Assistant Director of Engineering and Operations (ADEO). Employment with the Commission for this position is contingent upon background check including criminal history check. AGENCY RESPONSIBITIES: The Commission receives and holds in trust water and hydropower allocations for the benefit of the State of Nevada and the agency's customers that are in southern Nevada. The Commission owns, operates, and maintains significant electrical and communications infrastructure to serve the local purveyors of water with electrical needs for water pumping and wastewater treatment. BACKGROUND OF POWER DELIVERY GROUP: The Commission's Power Delivery Group is responsible for the development, operations, and maintenance of Commission's high voltage transmission and distribution systems. The Commission's transmission and distribution system, includes both overhead and underground transmission lines, 17 substations with 230-kV and 69-kV primary voltages and 14.4-kV, 13.8-kV, and 4.16-kV secondary voltages; and associated communication facilities. The position is also responsible for the operation and maintenance of any of the Commission's customer facilities pursuant to contracts with its customers. 555 E. Washington Avenue, Suite 3100, Las Vegas, Nevada 89101-1065 Phone: (702) 486-2670 Fax: (702) 486-2695 http://crc.nv.gov Power Systems Communications Technician Colorado River Commission of Nevada EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or closely related field and six years increasingly responsible experience in high voltage substation operation, maintenance, design and construction; OR completion of a certified high-voltage substation electrician or lineman apprenticeship program and twelve years of increasingly responsible experience in high-voltage substation operation, maintenance, and construction with at least one year at a level equivalent to a superintendent or facilities manager. REQUIRED CERTIFICATION: Professional Engineer or completion of a high-voltage Switchman Certification Program, or other accepted certification demonstrating increasing responsibility and knowledge in the power industry. EXPECTED JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develops communication protocols and schemes; • Maintains and operates communication equipment and devices, including performance of vendor recommended daily, monthly, and yearly inspections and diagnostic analysis; • Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintenance instructions for communications systems, facilities and equipment; • Analyzes communication disturbance reports and data to determine cause and remedies for communication problems; • Develop and maintain communication system baseline test data; performs optical time domain, power meter and other diagnostic tests of the fiber optics system; • Tests electrical and physical characteristics and accuracy of utility revenue meters, instrument transformers, transducers, and other electrical devices in the circuit for measuring, monitoring and analysis of electricity. • Assists in Operations and Maintenance of SCADA system; • Develops, implements and maintains communication system firewalls to protect SCADA system integrity; and provides recommendations and prepares designs and material procurement specifications for communications equipment to support the SCADA and power metering systems. • Prepares communication system, facility and equipment construction cost estimates; • Prepares procurement specifications for communication equipment, including communication processors, transceivers, inverters, power supplies, multiplexers, network communication equipment and ancillary devices; reviews vendor submittals; • Prepares designs, including bill of materials, schematic diagrams and wiring diagrams for communication panels; and, prepares communication system designs including one-line and communication rack drawings. Power Systems Communications Technician Colorado River Commission of Nevada KNOWLEDGE OF: Power utility safety standards, codes of federal regulations, Nevada Revised Statutes, and Nevada Administrative Code; personal computers and software including programs exclusive to the power utility industry (SCADA Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers and Web-based Energy Management Systems-power meter programming and software system control). Principles of electricity, characteristics of electrical AC and DC circuits, the connections of electrical apparatus, equipment and circuits and their functions. Methods of calculation of resistance, volts, amps, and watts. (The above list is representative only and does not cover the full range or scope of knowledge required for this position.) APPROXIMATE GROSS Salary: Starting salary depends on education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of a candidate to fulfill the needs of the position. Candidates with less experience may be considered with a lower starting salary with the opportunity for increases over time as the candidate grows in the position. The salary range for this position is: Employee/Employer Paid PERS1 $86,000 to $106,409. If the Employer Paid PERS retirement plan is chosen the salary range is adjusted lower. Benefits: The State benefits package includes enrollment into the Public Employees' Retirement System (www.nvpers.org), a choice of health insurance plans (www.pebp.state.nv.us), eleven paid holidays, no State income tax, and paid annual leave and sick leave, after appropriate waiting periods. Other optional benefits are also available, including a deferred compensation program. DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Submit a cover letter and résumé to: Gina Lee Goodman Executive Assistant Manager Colorado River Commission of Nevada 555 E. Washington Avenue, Suite 3100 Las Vegas, NV 89101 E-mails submissions will be accepted and should be sent to: ggoodman@crc.nv.gov Note to Applicant: In your letter of interest please indicate how you heard about the position. If you heard about this position through a website, please specify which website. Posted: June 4, 2024 1 PERS - Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied
Announcement Number: 1499588282 STATE OF NEVADA JOE LOMBARDO, Governor JUSTIN JONES, Commissioner PUOY K. PREMSRIRUT, Chairwoman MARILYN KIRKPATRICK, Commissioner KARA J. KELLEY, Vice Chairwoman ALLEN J. PULIZ, Commissioner ERIC WITKOSKI, Executive Director DAN H. STEWART, Commissioner CODY T. WINTERTON, Commissioner COLORADO RIVER COMMISSION OF NEVADA Unclassified Position Announcement POWER SYSTEMS COMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN (Power Facilities Comm Tech) Las Vegas, Nevada Recruitment Open To: The Colorado River Commission of Nevada (Commission) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Power Systems Communications Technician for the Commission's Power Delivery Group (PDG). Recruitment: Open to all qualified candidates, the vacancy is in Las Vegas, Nevada. POSITION STATUS: Exempt from (FLSA); serves at the will of the Executive Director; and under the Supervision of the Assistant Director of Engineering and Operations (ADEO). Employment with the Commission for this position is contingent upon background check including criminal history check. AGENCY RESPONSIBITIES: The Commission receives and holds in trust water and hydropower allocations for the benefit of the State of Nevada and the agency's customers that are in southern Nevada. The Commission owns, operates, and maintains significant electrical and communications infrastructure to serve the local purveyors of water with electrical needs for water pumping and wastewater treatment. BACKGROUND OF POWER DELIVERY GROUP: The Commission's Power Delivery Group is responsible for the development, operations, and maintenance of Commission's high voltage transmission and distribution systems. The Commission's transmission and distribution system, includes both overhead and underground transmission lines, 17 substations with 230-kV and 69-kV primary voltages and 14.4-kV, 13.8-kV, and 4.16-kV secondary voltages; and associated communication facilities. The position is also responsible for the operation and maintenance of any of the Commission's customer facilities pursuant to contracts with its customers. 555 E. Washington Avenue, Suite 3100, Las Vegas, Nevada 89101-1065 Phone: (702) 486-2670 Fax: (702) 486-2695 http://crc.nv.gov Power Systems Communications Technician Colorado River Commission of Nevada EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or closely related field and six years increasingly responsible experience in high voltage substation operation, maintenance, design and construction; OR completion of a certified high-voltage substation electrician or lineman apprenticeship program and twelve years of increasingly responsible experience in high-voltage substation operation, maintenance, and construction with at least one year at a level equivalent to a superintendent or facilities manager. REQUIRED CERTIFICATION: Professional Engineer or completion of a high-voltage Switchman Certification Program, or other accepted certification demonstrating increasing responsibility and knowledge in the power industry. EXPECTED JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develops communication protocols and schemes; • Maintains and operates communication equipment and devices, including performance of vendor recommended daily, monthly, and yearly inspections and diagnostic analysis; • Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintenance instructions for communications systems, facilities and equipment; • Analyzes communication disturbance reports and data to determine cause and remedies for communication problems; • Develop and maintain communication system baseline test data; performs optical time domain, power meter and other diagnostic tests of the fiber optics system; • Tests electrical and physical characteristics and accuracy of utility revenue meters, instrument transformers, transducers, and other electrical devices in the circuit for measuring, monitoring and analysis of electricity. • Assists in Operations and Maintenance of SCADA system; • Develops, implements and maintains communication system firewalls to protect SCADA system integrity; and provides recommendations and prepares designs and material procurement specifications for communications equipment to support the SCADA and power metering systems. • Prepares communication system, facility and equipment construction cost estimates; • Prepares procurement specifications for communication equipment, including communication processors, transceivers, inverters, power supplies, multiplexers, network communication equipment and ancillary devices; reviews vendor submittals; • Prepares designs, including bill of materials, schematic diagrams and wiring diagrams for communication panels; and, prepares communication system designs including one-line and communication rack drawings. Power Systems Communications Technician Colorado River Commission of Nevada KNOWLEDGE OF: Power utility safety standards, codes of federal regulations, Nevada Revised Statutes, and Nevada Administrative Code; personal computers and software including programs exclusive to the power utility industry (SCADA Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers and Web-based Energy Management Systems-power meter programming and software system control). Principles of electricity, characteristics of electrical AC and DC circuits, the connections of electrical apparatus, equipment and circuits and their functions. Methods of calculation of resistance, volts, amps, and watts. (The above list is representative only and does not cover the full range or scope of knowledge required for this position.) APPROXIMATE GROSS Salary: Starting salary depends on education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of a candidate to fulfill the needs of the position. Candidates with less experience may be considered with a lower starting salary with the opportunity for increases over time as the candidate grows in the position. The salary range for this position is: Employee/Employer Paid PERS1 $86,000 to $106,409. If the Employer Paid PERS retirement plan is chosen the salary range is adjusted lower. Benefits: The State benefits package includes enrollment into the Public Employees' Retirement System (www.nvpers.org), a choice of health insurance plans (www.pebp.state.nv.us), eleven paid holidays, no State income tax, and paid annual leave and sick leave, after appropriate waiting periods. Other optional benefits are also available, including a deferred compensation program. DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Submit a cover letter and résumé to: Gina Lee Goodman Executive Assistant Manager Colorado River Commission of Nevada 555 E. Washington Avenue, Suite 3100 Las Vegas, NV 89101 E-mails submissions will be accepted and should be sent to: ggoodman@crc.nv.gov Note to Applicant: In your letter of interest please indicate how you heard about the position. If you heard about this position through a website, please specify which website. Posted: June 4, 2024 1 PERS - Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied