IT Security Administrator

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JOB SUMMARY

The IT Security Administrator under the direction of the IT Security Manager is responsible for supporting maintaining and enforcing the organizations information security controls systems and processes. This role manages the daytoday administration of security technologies user access monitoring and compliance activities to ensure the confidentiality integrity and availability of enterprise information systems.

The IT Security Administrator will administer monitor and audit security and information technology systems. This role will assist in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures policies and security standards for the organization and for ITrelated projects.

Additionally the IT Security Administrator will serve as senior security personnel and act as an escalation point for security analysts providing guidance on incidents investigations auditing requirements and security best practices.

Participates in IT on call rotation and may assist with system administration / networking tasks as needed.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with facilitation and promotion of activities to create information security awareness within the organization including matters of strict confidence.

• Administer configure and maintain enterprise security tools platforms and technologies.

• Lead the technical implementation of new security solutions upgrades and system integrations.

• Manage and monitor user access rights authentication mechanisms and rolebased permissions.

• Conduct continuous monitoring of security systems to identify alerts anomalies and emerging risks.

• Perform security auditing log reviews and compliance checks in alignment with organizational policies and regulatory frameworks.

• Coordinate and execute technical security enhancements to strengthen system confidentiality integrity and availability.

• Assist in the development revision and enforcement of Security Standards Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.

• Serve as an escalation point for security analysts providing technical guidance on incidents investigations and operational processes.

• Support vulnerability management activities including scanning validation documentation and remediation coordination.

• Assist in incident response operations including triage containment documentation and postincident analysis.

• Maintain documentation for security systems configurations change management processes and audit requirements.

• Collaborate with IT and operational units to ensure security requirements are integrated into projects systems and workflows.

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal state and local laws regulations and security standards.

• Provide technical support and guidance to personnel regarding secure practices access issues and approved technologies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems Cybersecurity or related field; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.

Minimum of 3 years of professional Information Technology experience. Experience desired in Cybersecurity Networking or Systems Administration is preferred.

Demonstrated experience administering security tools and technologies such as SIEM IAM endpoint protection firewalls or vulnerability management solutions (e.g. CrowdStrike Palo Alto Entra ID Rapid7 Tenable).

Demonstrated experience conducting security monitoring analysis log reviews incident response activities and audits.

Information security certifications preferred (e.g. Security CySA SSCP).

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Class C Drivers License and satisfactory motor vehicle record (desirable).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge and familiarity of information security principles frameworks and best practices (e.g. NIST CIS ISO).

Knowledge and familiarity of Network Systems and Application security concepts including authentication authorization encryption and threat detection.

Knowledge and familiarity of Incident response processes forensic considerations and operational security procedures.

Knowledge and familiarity of change management configuration management and audit practices.

Skills in troubleshooting security network and system-related technical issues.

Skills in leading technical implementation activities for security solutions and system enhancements.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and exercise sound judgment in handling security matters.

Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with both technical and non-technical personnel.

Ability to produce clear concise and accurate documentation related to job duties including procedures reports and technical records.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race color national origin sex religion age disability or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.