Computer Analyst II - Security Analyst/System Administrator

Position Summary

Join the Chicago Board of Elections as a Computer Analyst II! This full-time exempt role is responsible for the monitoring and reviewing of the Board’s security systems and associated data, and ensuring that the configuration of systems, applications, and networks are in line with security policies.

Salary Range: $71,700

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Day-to-day review of security event and log information for anomalies requiring investigation.

Administration of Windows server and related technologies such as VxRail, Dell Networker.

Develop, implement, and maintain the technical methods, procedures, and processes associated

with securing Board systems, applications, and networks in compliance with organization

security policies.

Work with Federal, State and County Election offices on cybersecurity best practices on

Elections and voting systems.

As assigned, provide technical support for both internal and external security audits, securityrelated audit issue tracking, and risk assessments.

Assist IT staff with security system updates and tuning.

Assist Board’s IT staff with troubleshooting related to security solutions.

Proactively work with Board’s IT staff to identify and remediate security risks.

Address security related cases and issues both assigned and proactively.

Follow Board policy regarding internal controls and comply with agency policies to ensure the

staff and organization act legally and with the highest standards of ethics and integrity.

Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Security

Communications, or related field.

Three to four years’ experience with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Windows Clustering.

Experience with Information Security technologies including hardware and software for servers,

network, applications, security and messaging platforms.

Excellent verbal, written communication and organizational skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Availability to work extended hours and weekends during the election cycle.

City of Chicago residency is required.

Benefits:

Visit City of Chicago Benefits to learn more about health insurance offerings.

Additional Board benefits include vacation, sick, paid leave, and deferred compensation.

Email resume and cover letter to HR@ChicagoElections.gov with

Computer Analyst II/Your Name as the subject line.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $71,700.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

This role requires residency within the City of Chicago. Do you reside within city limits or are you willing to relocate within a specified timeframe?

Work Location: In person

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