Physical Security​/IT Project Liaison

## Physical Security/IT Project Liaison Apply:
Wake County, NC:
Full time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
November 3, 2026 (13 days left to apply):
JR-126725
** Agency
* * Dept of Transportation
** Division
* * Human Resources
** Job Classification Title
** Business Systems Analyst II (NS)
** Position Number
**** Grade
* * NC19
* * About Us
** It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.
** Description of Work
** Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.
What You’ll Do    IT Security Risk & Vulnerability Management    
• Conduct security risk assessments across Highways and DMV environments, identifying vulnerabilities in access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and supporting IT systems.  
• Analyze system weaknesses, threat vectors, and misconfigurations, and coordinate mitigation with IT cybersecurity, physical security teams, and vendors.  
• Maintain documentation of vulnerabilities, remediation plans, and compliance status to support audits and continuous improvement.
Security System Design & Integration    
• Support secure design and integration of physical security systems within enterprise IT architecture.  
• Review system designs and vendor proposals to ensure secure implementation, interoperability, and adherence to state cybersecurity standards.  
• Apply best practices in encryption, access management, network segmentation, and secure communications.
Policy, Compliance, and Governance    
• Develop and maintain IT security policies, standards, and procedures supporting integrated physical and cybersecurity environments.  
• Provide guidance on regulatory compliance and secure system implementation.  
• Identify policy gaps and recommend improvements that strengthen governance and reduce risk.
Liaison, Coordination, and Stakeholder Engagement    
• Serve as the technical liaison between cybersecurity, physical security, vendors, law enforcement, and internal partners.  
• Coordinate system requirements, procurement needs, and implementation plans for statewide security technologies.  
• Facilitate collaboration to align technical design, operational needs, and security objectives.
Incident Response, Investigation, and Training    
• Support incident response involving intrusion attempts, access anomalies, and physical security breaches.  
• Assist with forensics, evidence collection, root cause analysis, and corrective action recommendations.  
• Develop and deliver training on secure system use and integrated security operations.
Reporting, Budget Support, and Analytics    
• Prepare reports, risk summaries, and performance metrics supporting security and technology initiatives.  
• Assist with budget planning and cost analysis for security systems and infrastructure improvements.  
• Analyze operational and system data to support decision-making and resource allocation.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
** Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC19 $ 67,122-$117,465  
** Management prefers applicants with the following:*
* * Strong knowledge of physical security systems, including access control, CCTV/video surveillance, intrusion detection systems, alarm systems, and their integration with IT networks and infrastructure.
* Demonstrated ability to interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with IT security policies, standards, frameworks, and…