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Data Center Network Security Supervisor

Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology
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Job Title: Data Center Network Security Supervisor

Job Requisition ID: 47645 

Closing Date: 06/20/25

Salary: $8,281/Monthly

Work Hours: M-F 8:30AM - 5:00PM

Work Location: (Hybrid) 201 W Adams St, Springfield, Illinois, 62704-1874

Union Position: Yes

Work authorization: US work authorization required at time of application. No sponsorship available. Not eligible for F1 OPT/CPT. Positions are W2 only and cannot be converted to a contract position. If you have questions about your work authorization eligibility, please email doit.recruitment@illinois.gov. 

Questions? Email doit.recruitment@illinois.gov

 

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. 

This position serves as the Data Center Network Security Supervisor leading and directing the evolution and development of the Data Center and Cloud Security Team(s) by organizing, planning, executing, controlling, and evaluating the security of both physical data centers and cloud-based infrastructures. 

In this role you will direct, formulate, and effectuate the development of comprehensive policies, programs, and procedures for Network Operations to ensure security best practices for cloud workloads, including data encryption, identity management, and vulnerability scanning. 

In addition, you will  monitor and analyze network traffic to detect and respond to potential security incidents, ensuring effective documentation, investigation, and reporting of security incidents and providing technical, consultative assistance to supported agencies. 

This position directs technical program budget preparation and controls appropriation of technology expenditures.

If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

 

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
  • Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
  • 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
  • 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
  • 3 paid personal business days per year
  • 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
  • Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

 

 

Essential Functions

  • Under general direction, serves as the Data Center Network Security Supervisor for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), leading and directing the evolution and development of the Data Center and Cloud Security Team(s) by organizing, planning, executing, controlling, and evaluating the security of both physical data centers and cloud-based infrastructures.
  • Directs, formulates, and effectuates the development of comprehensive policies, programs, and procedures for Network Operations to ensure security best practices for cloud workloads, including data encryption, identity management, and vulnerability scanning.
  • Monitors and analyzes network traffic to detect and respond to potential security incidents, ensuring effective documentation, investigation, and reporting of security incidents and providing technical, consultative assistance to supported agencies. 
  • Directs technical program budget preparation and controls appropriation of technology expenditures. 
  • Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of college with coursework in management information systems, data processing, telecommunications, or directly related fields.
  • Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in management information systems, data processing, or telecommunications in a public or business organization. 

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Three (3) years of professional experience leading, planning, implementing, and assessing security measures for both physical data centers and cloud-based infrastructures (AWS, Azure, or GCP), ensuring robust protection and compliance with industry standards.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience applying network security principles, including expertise in security tools, routing, switching, firewalls, IPS/IDS, DNS, and DHCP, to safeguard enterprise networks and cloud environments.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience developing, implementing, and aligning security policies, procedures, and programs for cloud workloads and network operations with industry standards and best practices.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience in network traffic monitoring, threat detection, and incident response, including conducting risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, establish mitigation plans, and document security incidents across data center and cloud environments.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience directing technology budget planning, expenditure control, and cost analysis for network infrastructure and services, including procurement and vendor negotiations.
  • Ability to analyze technical requirements, collect and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for network operations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture and incident response effectiveness.
  • Extensive knowledge of applicable state and federal data laws and regulations with the ability to ensure alignment with security policies and risk management strategies.
  • Ability to develop and review technical language for procurement documents (RFI, RFP, IFB) and collaborate with legal teams to finalize contract agreements for networking technologies and services.
  • Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships, while effectively conveying complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

 

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. 

  • Requires the ability to verify identity and self-disclosure of criminal history.
  • Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.
  • Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
  • Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
  • Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
  • Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.
  • Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
  • Requires adherence to the revolving door restrictions outlined in 5 ILCS 430/5-45. Consequently, employees should be aware that in the event of receiving a non-State employment offer during state employment or within one year immediately following the termination of State employment, they are required to inform the Office of the Executive Inspector General (OEIG) for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor before accepting such non-State employment. Failure to notify the OEIG may result in the imposition of a fine.
  • Requires compliance with the provisions outlined in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act, necessitating the occupant of this position to file of a Statement of Economic Interest. Pursuant to the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.), specific state officials and employees are required to annually submit Statements of Economic Interest to the Office of the Secretary of State, which will be accessible to the public for examination and copying. Employees subject to this requirement must also file a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission, as specified in Executive Order 15-09. Failure to submit these statements in a timely manner may result in fines and penalties.
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.