Cybersecurity Administrator

Posting Close Date Applicants must submit their completed application by 08-23-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MSTApplication and Special Instructions As part of the application process, all applicants are required to submit a chronological resume.

Applications submitted without both a chronological resume will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration.

This position is based on-site at a City of Tucson facility. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available at this time.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be evaluated and scored based on their relevant education, experience, and training, as outlined in the job bulletin.

The highest-scoring applicants will be invited to participate in a virtual interview via Microsoft Teams.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION Virtual interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of August 31, 2026, and will be conducted via Microsoft Teams (available as a free download).Hiring interviews, if applicable, may be conducted on-site at the City of Tucson Information Technology Department in Tucson, Arizona on the week of September 8, 2026.The City of Tucson does not provide visa sponsorship.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Relocation expenses will not be be provided for this position.

Candidates are responsible for all costs associated with relocating to the Tucson area, if applicable.

Candidates who are placed on the Civil Service Eligibility List and receive a contingent offer of employment must successfully complete the following:
An extensive background investigation, including local, state, and national criminal history and fingerprint checks.

Recruiter Contact Information:
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Liliana Almeraz at  or Liliana.

Almeraz.

Position Specific Summary The Cybersecurity Administrator position at the City of Tucson’s Information Technology Department is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing cybersecurity solutions to protect the City’s infrastructure- including cyber-physical systems and operational environments. This role supports strategic initiatives by deploying and tuning tools and developing automation to enhance detection and response.

Worked is performed under the supervision of the Information Technology Manager. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities Designs cybersecurity solutions that protect enterprise Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments, including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS). Implements and maintains tools such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), vulnerability management platforms, email security, and cloud-native solutions. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to embed security into technology projects and deployments.

Supports cloud migrations by reviewing architecture and offering secure configuration guidance.

Develops threat detection capabilities by creating custom correlation rules, dashboards, and alerts. Optimizes incident response by identifying patterns and gaps. Automates security workflows to streamline operations and reduce response times.

Conducts technical investigations using log correlation, forensic analysis, and root cause identification. Responds to cybersecurity incidents in real time. Coordinates remediation efforts with IT and operations teams to restore services and prevent recurrence.

Monitors systems continuously using security tools and telemetry data. Identifies misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, and signs of malicious activity. Prioritizes risks based on severity and impact. Recommends remediation actions using current threat intelligence.

Provides education and technical advice for securing systems and field devices, including servers, workstations, mobile devices, and OT assets. Aligns system settings with Center for Internet Security (CIS) Benchmarks, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines, and City policy.

Implements technical controls based on Zero Trust architecture and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). Maintains secure access, data protection, segmentation, and endpoint visibility to enhance resilience and meet regulatory requirements.

Develops security documentation such as configuration guides, standard procedures, and internal knowledge base articles. Maintains documentation to support consistent operations, training, and audit readiness.

Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions Mostly office environment.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

Three (3) years of relevant experience

Equivalency

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

License/Certifications

Preferred…