Endpoint Security Engineer

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Supports the Information Security Office in the protection of Florida International Universitys systems, data, and users by implementing and maintaining endpoint security solutions. Assists in the management of endpoint protection, encryption, and compliance for university-managed Windows and macOS devices in accordance with university security policies and applicable regulations, including FERPA, GLBA, and HIPAA. Works under the supervision to ensure all FIU endpoints maintain compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.

• Deploys, configures, and manages endpoint protection platforms, including CrowdStrike Falcon.
• Monitors endpoint health, encryption, and compliance status for Windows and macOS systems.
• Assists with patching, hardening, and configuration of endpoints.
• Maintains endpoint documentation, SOPs, and configuration records.
• Collaborates with IT support teams to ensure endpoint security and encryption compliance.
• Analyzes endpoint alerts using CrowdStrike and Splunk and escalates issues when necessary.
• Supports endpoint lifecycle activities including onboarding, re-imaging, and decommissioning.
• Participates in audits and assessments related to FERPA, GLBA, and HIPAA compliance.
• Supports vulnerability remediation and risk mitigation efforts.
• Maintains situational awareness of emerging endpoint threats and security best practices.
• Performs related duties as required or directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
• Performs essential duties during any emergencies, such as hurricanes, storms and/or any other University emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during University emergency closings with appropriate notification by department administrator.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field with two (2) years of experience in related field.

• Experience deploying, configuring, and managing endpoint protection platforms, preferably CrowdStrike Falcon.
• Working knowledge of Windows and macOS operating systems and endpoint management tools.
• Experience with endpoint encryption technologies such as BitLocker and FileVault.
• Familiarity with vulnerability management and endpoint hardening practices.
• Understanding of FERPA, GLBA, and HIPAA data protection and privacy requirements.
• Experience analyzing endpoint alerts and collaborating with IT and SOC teams.

Administrative

Begin time: 8:30 AM

End time: 5:00 PM

Expanded Background Check

• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Travel to FIU Campus
• Must be available 24/7 for possible emergency situations.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email ocr@fiu.edu.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

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