SIEM Engineer job

About the role

Philadelphia is a best‑in‑class city that attracts best‑in‑class talent, offering a thriving arts scene, rich history, and a culture of passion and grit. The City of Philadelphia employs over 30,000 people across more than 1,000 job categories and values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work. The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency, headed by the Chief Information Officer, overseeing all major information and communications technology initiatives to increase the effectiveness, optimization, and responsiveness of the city’s technology infrastructure for businesses, residents, and visitors.

Responsibilities

The SIEM Engineer plans, implements, manages, and monitors the City of Philadelphia’s security infrastructure to protect its data, systems, and networks. Working within OIT, the engineer collaborates with team members and the director to design, implement, and maintain a secure, modern network that supports efficient city operations and emerging business solutions.

• Serve as SME for onboarding SIEM (Qradar) components
• Manage appliances related to OS and SIEM software (Juniper JSA, IBM Qradar)
• Create rules for compliance and auditing requirements
• Manage lists for current security threats
• Maintain log sources and monitor data retention
• Manage SIEM accounts via Active Directory
• Perform upgrades and install patches as necessary
• Create custom documentation for internal needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Solid understanding of SIEM with minimum 1 year experience using IBM Qradar; solid understanding of Information Security and Networking; proficiency with command line interfaces; excellent written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated understanding of IRS1075, HIPAA, CJIS, etc.; helpful knowledge includes Juniper SRX experience (5000 series) and Juniper router/switching experience; must be a City of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire; vaccination requirement applies only to patient‑facing medical positions (non‑medical roles are not required).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience; Security+, CISSP, GCIA, or other industry certifications desired.

Skills

• Adaptability – able to professionally deal with a rapidly changing environment
• Self‑direction – able to prioritize work and allocate time and resources effectively under broad responsibility
• Systems awareness – understand how a change in one part of the technical environment may impact other areas
• Collaboration – succeed as part of a team by communicating effectively and making collective decisions

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• Wellness program offering eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility (qualifying employer)
• Free SEPTA rides via the SEPTA Key Advantage Program (starting September 1, 2023)
• Tuition discounts and scholarships through partnerships with over a dozen colleges/universities (10%–40% savings)

Pay

Salary range: $70,000 – $80,000

Schedule

Work setting: in‑person (onsite)