Security Services Assistant; Part-time

Job Title

Job Summary:

Provide department support by assisting staff members with their roles. Acquire knowledge of terminology, procedures, and/or workflow used in the security services department including equipment and software resources.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor network activity for security threats and investigating incidents.
• Set up and manage cybersecurity tools like firewalls and encryption software.
• Support compliance efforts for TAC 202 and NIST 800 standards by maintaining documentation and procedures.
• Conduct penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
• Develop reports on security incidents and assist in remediation efforts.
• Research current IT security trends and helping apply best practices.
• Educate staff on new security tools and protocols.
• Maintain confidentiality and employee privacy as required by department policy and procedure.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic familiarity with terms like firewalls, encryption, malware, phishing, etc.
• Basic understanding of password hygiene, MFA, and secure browsing habits
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks like NIST, TAC 202, and others
• Willingness to acquire new skills and adapt to unknown territory
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for the Sedentary Work category and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated Light Work.

Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, climbing and balancing, plus pushing, pulling and lifting. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting and intense noises. In addition, incumbents may be subjected to gases and workspace restrictions.

Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. Occasional physical effort required.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalency certificate and one (1) year experience working in the technology field.

Preferred Pursuing or have already obtained a cybersecurity related degree or certification.

** This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

Compensation Type:

Hourly

Employment Type:

Part time

Compensation:

$15.00 Hourly

For any employment questions, please contact HR at  or send an email to: employment.

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.