Cybersecurity Systems Administrator

CHAMPAIGN URBANA MASS TRANSIT DISTRICT•Urbana, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Systems Administrator ensures that MTD’s technology environment is secure, resilient, and aligned with established cybersecurity standards. This position is responsible for implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls across District systems, including network, server, endpoint, and cloud environments. The person in this position will work under the supervision of the Technology Services Director.

Requirements

An associate degree or equivalent experience in Cybersecurity, Network Administration, Information Technology, or a related field is required.
A minimum of three years of progressively responsible work experience in systems administration, network administration, or cybersecurity is required.
Hands-on experience with network and systems security, including firewall configuration, endpoint protection, and secure system hardening, is required.
Experience with the following technologies is required or strongly preferred: Microsoft Windows Server management including Active Directory, Group Policy
Microsoft PowerShell
Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Intune, and Conditional Access
Endpoint security platforms
Microsoft Azure or other public cloud platforms
Vulnerability management, logging, or security monitoring systems

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Experience with NIST CSF is preferred.
Experience with routing and switching is preferred.
Experience implementing NIST Cyber Security Framework is preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluates, implements, and maintains cybersecurity controls aligned with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and associated best practices
Provides cybersecurity, governance, and policy recommendations to the Technology Services Director
Owns identity and access security governance across Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID, including authentication standards, privileged access requirements, Conditional Access strategy, and periodic access reviews, in coordination with the Network & Systems Administrator
Implements and monitors endpoint, server, and network security configurations in collaboration with Technology Services staff
Administers security tools including endpoint protection, vulnerability management, logging, and monitoring systems, and recommends improvements as appropriate
Administers the District’s disaster recovery program, including maintaining DR procedures, and leading periodic disaster recovery and restore testing
Defines endpoint security and compliance requirements for Intune-managed devices and reviews device compliance posture and policy effectiveness in coordination with the Network & Systems Administrator
Assists with development and execution of incident response procedures and participates in cybersecurity tabletop exercises.
Supports data governance initiatives, including retention policies, classification, and regulatory compliance requirements
Coordinates and facilitates external cybersecurity assessments, audits, and penetration tests, and assists with remediation efforts
Documents security architecture, policies, and procedures
Collaborates closely with the Network and Systems Administrator and other Technology Services staff to ensure secure system design and operation
Prepares and maintains cybersecurity related KPIs for departmental KPI reporting
Develops and conducts periodic cybersecurity training for District employees

Benefits

Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund pension
100% employer-sponsored family health / dental / vision insurance premiums (employee + all dependents)
$40,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
Voluntary insurance options
Paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick/earned time)
Bereavement leave
Parental leave
Flexible spending account
Deferred compensation investment match plan
EAP
Uniform allowance
Fitness center
Transportation
Urbana Municipal Credit Union