Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analyst

Technology Department

12 month position

Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia is now accepting applications for a Cybersecurity Analyst position that is available in the division.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for protecting Montgomery County Public Schools technology systems networks and data from cybersecurity threats. This position supports the instructional and operational mission of the school division by ensuring a secure reliable digital environment for students teachers and staff.

The Cybersecurity Analyst performs advanced technical and analytical work including monitoring systems identifying vulnerabilities responding to incidents and implementing security measures across district infrastructure. The position also assists in the development and enforcement of cybersecurity policies procedures and disaster recovery plans while ensuring compliance with applicable federal state and local regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in cybersecurity incident response or IT security
• Experience with network security tools (firewalls endpoint protection IDS/IPS)
• Experience with Microsoft/Office 365 security environments
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles risk management and vulnerability assessment
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues
• Possess adequate written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and successfully manage/execute many projects or daily tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision
• Ability to work and communicate in a team environment

• Ability to maintain an unquestionable degree of confidentiality
• Ability to multi-task work with interruptions and work under pressure
• Ability to be dependable and punctual

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a K12 or public education environment
• Five (5) years of IT or cybersecurity experience
• Industry certifications (e.g. CISSP CISM Security)
• Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) and cloud security
• Experience with vulnerability management tools (e.g. Tenable)
• Scripting or programming experience (PowerShell Python etc.)
• Experience supporting compliance with FERPA COPPA and CIPA

SALARY: $54160.14 - $100682.65 annually with benefits; commensurate with experience

FLSA Status: Non exempt

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

BENEFITS:

Anthem Medical Plans - Multiple options available for comprehensive medical and prescription coverage

Ameritas Vision Plan - Coverage includes eye exams lenses frames and contact lenses

Delta Dental Plan - FREE Delta Dental coverage for employees spouses and families

Carilion EAP - FREE Confidential Employee Assistance Program providing support for mental health legal financial concerns and crisis support available to employees and their families

Generous Employee Leave Benefits - MCPS offers leave benefits for PT and FT employees including paid sick leave personal leave funeral leave and annual leave. Employees can also join a sick leave bank for extended medical absences and earn wellness leave.

Virginia Retirement System (VRS) - Full-time employees are eligible for the VRS and enrolled in Group Life Insurance at no cost. MCPS contributes a certain percentage to your individual retirement account.

Employee Sick Leave Bank - Employees earning sick leave may elect to join our Sick Leave Bank which allows employees to access days in the event of a catastrophic or long term illness when the employee has exhausted all other leave available.

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Statement:

The Montgomery County School Board is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment selection hiring pay promotion retention or other personnel action affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore discrimination in employment against any person on the basis of race color religion ethnic or national origin sex pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions age marital status sexual orientation gender identity disability political affiliation status as a veteran and genetic information (including family medical history) is prohibited. Personnel decisions shall be based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation when necessary. The Montgomery County School Board shall provide facilities programs and activities that are accessible usable and available to qualified disabled persons. Further the Montgomery County School Board shall not discriminate against qualified disabled persons in the provision of health welfare and other social services

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:

Director of Human Resources and Assistant Director of Human Resources

750 Imperial Street SE Christiansburg VA 24073

Required Experience:

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