Cyber & Network Security Assistant; Federal Study

Cyber & Network Security Assistant (Federal Work Study)

Job Title Cyber & Network Security Assistant (Federal Work Study)

Job Description

The Cyber & Network Security Technician supports campus cybersecurity and network security operations through monitoring, incident support, vulnerability management tasks, and documentation. This role is designed to provide hands‑on experience aligned with entry‑level cybersecurity and SOC career paths. This position works directly with a System Analyst 2 and System Specialist 1.

• Monitor and review security alerts from endpoint, firewall, or SIEM tools
• Perform initial triage of low-risk security events and elevate as needed
• Assist with phishing investigation and response procedures
• Maintain security documentation and runbooks

• Assist with basic network troubleshooting and connectivity issues
• Support reviews of firewall rules, VLANs, and access controls
• Verify secure configurations on devices and endpoints
• Maintain network and asset inventories

• Assist with vulnerability scans and results review
• Track remediation efforts and risk logs
• Support MFA , password, and endpoint compliance checks

• Support endpoint protection tools (AV/ EDR alerts)
• Assist with patch verification and device security checks
• Promote cybersecurity best practices to end users

• Log and update tickets in the IT service management system
• Document findings and actions taken
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive data

• Interest in cybersecurity or network security
• Basic understanding of networking and operating systems
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills

• Coursework in Cybersecurity, IT, or Computer Science
• Familiarity with firewalls, SIEM , or Active Directory
• Interest in CompTIA Security+, Network+, or CySA+

Students must have completed a current year’s FAFSA , be eligible for Federal Financial Aid, be enrolled at least half-time (6 credit hours) at South Piedmont Community College, be making Satisfactory Academic Progress ( GPA of 2.000 or higher, a completion rate of 67% or higher, not exceeding the maximum timeframe of 150%) to apply.

South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office.

The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.