Full-Time Permanent Cybersecurity Specialist
About The Position
The Cybersecurity Specialist monitors and analyzes security events, identifies risks and vulnerabilities, and implements measures to strengthen the college's overall security posture. The role helps maintain a secure computing environment, ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity regulations and standards, support identity and access security controls, and promote ongoing cybersecurity awareness and education. The position evaluates security performance, recommends improvements, supports compliance with PCI DSS, GLBA, FERPA, CIS Controls, and other cybersecurity requirements, administers cybersecurity training, assists with developing and enforcing security policies and procedures, manages identity and access controls, and stays current on emerging threats and industry best practices. This is an onsite, in-person position. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, either 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. The salary is $4,584.00 per month. The start date is January 4, 2027. The closing date is November 15, 2026, or the position remains open until filled.
Requirements
- An Associate degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, and relevant systems administration or cybersecurity experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and experience.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
- Official transcripts and other documentation verifying reported educational qualifications must be provided within 30 days of being notified of selection; the selected candidate is responsible for the expense.
Nice To Haves
- Industry certifications.
- Demonstrated technical experience.
Responsibilities
- Monitor systems and networks for security incidents.
- Investigate and respond to security threats.
- Coordinate incident response activities.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and security audits.
- Develop remediation plans to address identified risks.
- Evaluate security performance and recommend improvements.
- Support compliance with PCI DSS, GLBA, FERPA, CIS Controls, and other cybersecurity requirements.
- Administer cybersecurity training and promote cybersecurity awareness and education.
- Assist with developing and enforcing security policies and procedures.
- Manage identity and access controls.
- Stay current on emerging threats and industry best practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
