Information Technology Security Engineer

Huron Consulting Group helps clients effectively address complex challenges that arise in litigation, disputes, investigations, regulatory compliance, procurement, financial distress, and other sources of significant conflict or change. The Company also helps clients deliver superior customer and capital market performance through integrated strategic, operational, and organizational change. Huron provides services to a wide variety of both financially sound and distressed organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, medium-sized businesses, leading academic institutions, healthcare organizations, and the law firms that represent these various organizations. This position supports the Huron Consulting Group security environment. The position will provide the daily administrative functions required to maintain a highly available network and security infrastructure. The Security Engineer will also assist in the design and implementation of emerging technologies. This role will report to the Security Manager. Responsibilities: • Administrate, troubleshoot and resolve issues on a Cisco security infrastructure including: o VPN access o Full Disk Encryption o Host Detection/Prevention System o Anti-malware (virus) Detection/Prevention/Remediation o Anti-spam Detection/Prevention/Remediation o Content filtering System o Non-Windows authentication controls, i.e. Cisco ACS, RSA, PGP • Monitoring and Reporting on infrastructure systems • Investigate security breaches and suspected security breaches • Implementation and management of secure wireless infrastructure • Assist internal and external resources to perform penetration testing of Huron systems • Other projects and tasks as assigned Required Technical Skills: • Experience with Cisco VPN including clientless access • Hands on experience with Cisco Security Agent deployment and maintenance. • Knowledge and experience with Cisco IDS/IPS solutions. • Experience with Cisco MARS • Cisco wireless security and management Work Style: • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Strong problem solving skills • Positive customer service skills and attitude Additional Skills Desired: • Knowledge and experience with Cisco PIX 500 series Firewall and Cisco ASA. • Knowledge of Linux operating systems • Knowledge of TrendMicro products - IWSS, IMSS, Officescan, Scanmail, DCS, TMCM   Professional Experience: • Candidate should have a minimum of 3 years experience in the Information Technology field with a focus in security. Additional / desired experience • Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley controls from a network security perspective.   Education: • Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience. • CCNP, CCSP, or CCISP certified.   Travel: Approximately 10% Location: Chicago or Mount Prospect   Please apply through our website at www.huronconsultinggroup.com/careers.aspx.    We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life&disability, 401(k), work/life programs, employee stock purchase plan and a generous paid time off policy. The Company is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity in recruitment, employment, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, education and all other terms of employment. Huron will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, Vietnam era of veteran status, physical or mental disability, creed, citizen status or any other status protected by federal, state of local law. We endeavor to maintain a drug-free workplace. If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=512066-3-973 Please apply through our website at www.huronconsultinggroup.com/careers. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and a generous vacation and personal/sick plan. Huron Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, compensate, transfer, promote and train without regard to age, race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, Vietnam era or veteran status, physical or mental disability, creed, citizen status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.