Cybersecurity Analyst; -III

Position Overview

The Cybersecurity Analyst role protects the District’s information systems across on‑premises, cloud, and endpoint platforms. Analysts monitor for threats, investigate incidents, support vulnerability management, and continually improve enterprise security systems and programs. Depending on level, analysts may focus on foundational monitoring, perform advanced analysis and remediation, or lead incident response efforts while mentoring team members.

• Monitor enterprise systems—network, endpoint, cloud—for security anomalies using SIEM, EDR/XDR, IDPS, and related tools.
• Investigate alerts, identify indicators of compromise, follow documented procedures, and prepare incident and root‑cause analysis reports.
• Escalate complex incidents and collaborate with Cybersecurity Engineers, Architects, or senior analysts.
• Analyze vendor and government threat intelligence to identify relevant risks and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Perform vulnerability assessments, prioritize remediation, verify compliance with security baselines, and apply or coordinate patching.
• Configure and maintain security monitoring tools, firewalls, email gateways, and identity and access management services.
• Support the cybersecurity awareness program, including training, phishing assessments, and employee communications.
• Maintain cybersecurity documentation, procedures, standards, and knowledge repositories.
• Maintain regular attendance, comply with District policies, and perform related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.
• Equivalent experience may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Analyst I:
  Entry level; no prior cybersecurity experience required. IT systems, networking, or security experience preferred.
• Analyst II: 2+ years of experience performing cybersecurity analysis or related IT security work in an enterprise environment.
• Analyst III: 5+ years of experience performing advanced cybersecurity analysis, incident response, or threat hunting in an enterprise environment.
• Utility, critical infrastructure, or public‑sector IT experience is desirable at all levels.

• CompTIA Security+, CEH, GSEC, CISSP, GCED, CCSP, OSCP, or similar certifications.

• Strong knowledge of computer hardware, networking, operating systems, and enterprise IT infrastructure.
• Understanding of routing, switching, DNS, SMTP, NTP, and SNMP.
• Experience with SIEM, EDR/XDR, firewalls, email gateways, and vulnerability management platforms.
• Knowledge of hybrid cloud security (AWS, Azure, Microsoft 365).
• Ability to analyze security events, assess risk, and recommend mitigations.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Clear documentation and communication of technical information.
• Willingness to continuously learn and apply new technologies.
• At higher levels: demonstrated mentoring, incident response leadership, and secure system design contributions.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

The advertised hiring range for Cybersecurity Analyst I is $70,240 – $87,800, with a maximum opportunity of up to $105,360. For Analyst II, the range is $85,920 – $107,400, up to $128,880. Analyst III ranges from $99,840 – $124,800, with a maximum of up to $149,760. All levels have a twelve‑month introductory period for new regular employees.

Applicants must submit a combined cover letter and resume in one PDF document. Incomplete materials will not be considered. The position is open until filled and the first review date for application materials is scheduled for January 12, 2026.