IT Security Analyst

IT Security Analyst (3222)

Location: Central Office, Natick, Massachusetts

Reports To: Chief Technology Officer (Town and School)

Work Days/FTE: 12 Months / Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Salary: $80,000 - $135,000 per year

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job : 5787409

Final date to receive applications: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

The IT Security Analyst is a hands‑on role responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the town and the school district’s physical campuses and digital infrastructure. This position bridges the gap between physical security and cybersecurity to safeguard students, staff, and assets.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT operations and/or a security‑related role (physical and/or cyber).
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as CIS Critical Security Controls, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and incident response procedures.
• Familiarity with K‑12 education compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with Municipal departments and operations (Police (CJIS), Fire, Libraries, etc).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check.

• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, Security+, CEH, CPP (ASIS), or similar.
• Experience in a K‑12 or public education and/or municipal environment.
• Experience working with vendors and managing security projects.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts data privacy laws, student data privacy laws, and school safety procedures.

• Phone, intercom, personal computer, scanner, copy machine, calculator, camera, printers, and fax machine.

• Proactively audit the town and school networks, systems, and devices to evaluate controls and threat response capability.
• Provide cybersecurity awareness training and promote the use of approved tools to all employees, faculty, and staff.
• Conduct regular proactive phishing campaigns to identify additional training needs.
• Ensure compliance with FERPA, CIPA, and other relevant laws and policies related to student data privacy.
• Establish a standardized data privacy agreement for municipalities and incorporate it into the town’s IT procurement process.

• Evaluate, implement, maintain, and document physical security systems such as access control, video surveillance (CCTV), alarms, paging, radios, and visitor management systems.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments of physical facilities to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement, emergency management, and school resource officers for coordinated safety planning.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of emergency response procedures, lockdown drills, and crisis management plans.
• Support the installation and maintenance of security systems and hardware across the town and schools.
• Assist in incident investigations involving physical breaches or threats.

• Work on and manage special projects as assigned by the Chief Technology Officer.
• Remain current on industry trends in information technology, investigate new technologies, and make recommendations to the Chief Technology Officer.

• Perform work in an office environment and/or school/public municipal setting (e.g., public safety, library, community center).
• Occasional travel between school and town sites is required.
• Must be available for emergency response during security incidents.
• Move about the classroom, school, school grounds, office, and/or off‑site locations.
• On some occasions, it may be necessary to move quickly across uneven surfaces.
• Remain in a stationary position for periods of time.
• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery (e.g., iPad, copy machine, computer printer, assistive technology).
• Read material from a computer monitor as well as handwritten or printed matter.
• Position oneself to maintain files and access…