University of Utah
Information Security Engineers
🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, UT
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $44K - $147K
💻 Cybersecurity
🗓️ November 4th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Deploy and manage endpoint protection, SIEM, and vulnerability scanners.
- Implement security controls in accordance with NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 3 and CMMC requirements.
- Monitor system configurations and patch management to reduce vulnerabilities.
- Support incident response and forensic investigations.
- Collaborate with HPC engineers for integrating security into system design.
- Maintain documentation of security configurations, procedures, and compliance evidence.
- Participate in risk assessments and remediation planning.
- Requires bachelor’s degree or equivalency with 3-5 years related experience; experience with Linux and Windows systems and enterprise security tools.
- Strong troubleshooting and scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python) required.
- Professional certifications like Security+, GSEC, or CEH and experience in academic or research environments preferred.
- Compensation range: $43,796 - $147,104 annually.
Information Security Engineers Full Description
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| Open Date | 10/28/2025 |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | PRN43419B |
| Job Title | Information Security Engineers |
| Working Title | Security Engineers |
| Career Progression Track | P00 |
| Track Level | |
| FLSA Code | Computer Employee |
| Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No |
| Standard Hours per Week | 40 |
| Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time |
| Shift | Day |
| Work Schedule Summary | Monday-Friday, Typically 8am-5pm |
| VP Area | Academic Affairs |
| Department | 00640 - CHPC Ctr for High Perform Computing |
| Location | Campus |
| City | Salt Lake City, UT |
| Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
| Pay Rate Range | $43,796 - $147,104 |
| Close Date | 01/28/2026 |
| Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) | |
| Job Summary | The University of Utah’s Center for High Performance Computing (CHPC) seeks a Compliance Analyst to support cybersecurity and regulatory compliance for research projects involving regulated data. This role coordinates with institutional offices (ISO, IRB, Privacy Office, GRC) and research teams to ensure secure and compliant operations across CHPC systems. This role is part of a small, embedded security & compliance team with ample opportunities for cross training and skill growth. |
| Responsibilities |
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| Minimum Qualifications |
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels: Equivalency Statement: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years directly related work experience). Security Engineer, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 1 years of directly related work experience. Assumes work equivalency (1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience). Job Code: P34202 Security Engineer, III: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience. Assumes work equivalency (1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience). Job Code: P34203Security Engineer, IV: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience. Assumes work equivalency (1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience).Job Code: P34204 |
| Preferences |
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| Type | Benefited Staff |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| Additional Information | The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA) 383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite Salt Lake City, UT 84112 801-581-8365 oeo@utah.edu Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300. The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. |
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What is your highest level of completed education?
- None
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
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How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 9 years
- 9 years or more, but less than 12 years
- 12 years or more, but less than 15 years
- 15 years or more
Do you have a bachelor's degree or equivalent? (1 year related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
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* I have dual citizenship with the United States and another country.
** It is anticipated that this position will involve access to federally funded research that is subject to federal sponsorship regulatory restrictions (e.g. certain export control, data security, acquisition regulations, or federal contract clauses) that mandate U.S. citizen participation only.
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- No
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I am a U.S. citizen ** It is anticipated that this position will involve access to federally funded research that is subject to federal sponsorship regulatory restrictions (e.g. certain export control, data security, acquisition regulations, or federal contract clauses) that mandate U.S. citizen participation only.
- Yes
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- Resume
- Cover Letter
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250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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