Responsible for the implementation of security policies, procedures and standards set by the Information Security Manager.  This position works in close partnership with the infrastructure and operations teams.  This includes ensuring the security, stability and integrity of the Branch’s data, voice, video, and wireless network services.  The Senior Network Security Engineer will participate with the installation, configuration, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network security hardware, software, and communication links as it relates to Information Security.  They will also assist with the implementation of new network security solutions, ensure adherence to security policies and standards, as well as assist with vulnerability audits and assessments of the network infrastructure.  The Senior Network Security Engineer is expected to be fully aware of the Colorado Judicial Branch’s security goals as established by its stated policies, procedures, and standards and to actively work towards upholding those goals.

This position is distinguished from other information technology positions by the responsibility of providing technical leadership of security initiatives.  This position is within the Information Technology Services (ITS) division with a focus on information security. 

Some positions may have supervisory accountability for other employees, volunteers, or interns.  Plans, directs and coordinates activities for a unit. Duties may include scheduling and assigning work, training in all facets of work, quality control, and decisions impacting the pay, status and tenure of others.  May conduct performance appraisals, and provide input into and participates in discipline, dismissal, and hiring processes.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.  The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms and perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers.  The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more.  Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color vision, depth perception, ability to adjust and focus, and the ability to see clearly at 20 feet or more.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, work in high precarious places and the risk of electrical shock. Frequently handles emergency or crisis situations and may be subject to varying and unpredictable situations and work hours.  The employee is subject to frequent interruptions, multiple calls and inquiries, and may occasionally handle absentee replacement on short notice.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.