Cybersecurity - Network Specialist

Compton Community College District

Cybersecurity - Network Specialist

Req: C2025-049

Salary: Open until filled

Deadline: $6,850.53 - $9,639.41 per month

Complete job description and application available online at:

DEFINITION

Under the direction of the Chief Technology Officer, the Cybersecurity - Network Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting the security and infrastructure of systems, servers, peripherals, and network devices. The Cybersecurity Network Specialist also analyzes, plans, maintains, troubleshoots and enhances security systems, processes, and policies to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic information.

Incumbents serve as senior technical architects and systems integrator for large complex systems or networks.

Employees in this classification monitor the work outcomes of other technical staff. This position serves as the lead technical person in a work unit and provides consultation to other IT job classifications. Employees in this classification work with limited supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned management or supervisory staff. Exercises no supervision of staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is assigned to the Information Technology Services (ITS) Department and is responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and maintaining the District's computer network and server infrastructure, including hardware installation, software installation and configuration, user administration and maintenance, needs analysis, evaluation of vendor hardware/software capabilities, recommending appropriate systems for purchase, troubleshooting, and monitoring operations. Responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibility. Successful performance of the work requires skill in managing projects and coordinating assigned work with other District departments, vendors, and contractors. This class is distinguished from Information Technology/Management Information Systems Manager by the latter's full management and supervisory authority in planning, organizing, and directing the full scope of operations within the department.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Assist in the creation of security policies and procedures.

Assist with ensuring security policies are applied correctly and meet current requirements.

Provide cybersecurity awareness training to users.

Manage and maintain the District's network authentication systems for wired and wireless network access.

Manage and maintain security policies on firewalls, SIEM, data loss prevention software, and in Microsoft 365 environment.

Manage email security system and policies.

Manage security polices for servers and ensure those policies are applied appropriately and meet current requirements.

Work with all areas of the IT department to ensure appropriate security policies are implemented.

Monitor network security and respond to cyber incidents and events.

Design, plan, test, implement, and document complex security enhancements and additions to the network infrastructure.

Support the College's technology infrastructure, including directory services, firewalls, backup, and disaster recovery systems.

Perform security upgrades on the District's critical IT infrastructure.

Recommend and implement security policies, protocols, and practices and provide training and guidance to staff.

Provide guidance, leadership and mentoring to Systems Engineers and other IT staff.

Support and develop the technical expertise needed to meet long-term business needs.

Coordinate projects and work activities between operations, applications and systems staff.

Implement system software/hardware standards, upgrade procedures, and maintenance activities to meet reliability, security, and accessibility standards and expectations for network systems and servers.

Develop system, hardware, and cost requirements and proposed time frames.

Troubleshoot network hardware and operating problems, including but not limited to connectivity, internet access, e-mail and servers.

Develop and maintain complete and accurate records pertaining to hardware, software, system, and network configurations, changes, outages, and improvement plans.

Compile data and perform analysis as directed.

Maintain currency with advances in security standards and best practices and recommend new technologies and/or upgrades to current technologies to improve security.

Work collaboratively and cooperatively with all levels of faculty, staff, and student workers.

Monitor the work outcomes of other technical support staff and provide performance feedback to supervisors.

Provide assistance and counsel to faculty and staff pertaining to their computing needs.

Maintain inventory and related records of network and server hardware, software and licensing.

Maintain logs and records of work performed.

Participate in establishing and updating network computing standards, policies, procedures, and use guidelines.

Perform other related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Current NIST, CISO, and A5 standards.

Risk and threat assessment processes and practices.

Incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity best practices.

Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID.

Operating principles and characteristics of LAN/WAN, telecommunications, Wi-Fi, client server environments, and personal computing hardware utilized by the District.

Current server virtualization, network switching and routing, firewalls, data backup and recovery solutions, cloud computing resources, VoIP systems, business software applications (IE: Office 365), and related systems used by the District.

Troubleshooting tools for computing hardware and servers, and network equipment including but not limited to switches, routers, and firewalls.

Advanced level knowledge of desktop and server operating systems including Windows and Linux.

Vulnerability scanning tools including but not limited to Nessus, Nmap, and WebInspect.

Methods and procedures of standardizing, securing, maintaining, and operating computing hardware and peripheral equipment in an enterprise environment.

Software License compliance laws and methods.

Security and business continuity (disaster recovery and backup) planning and execution.

Troubleshooting, diagnostic techniques, procedures, equipment and tools used in computing hardware and peripheral repair.

Technology documentation and presentation techniques.

Project management methods and techniques.

Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college staff and students.

Ability to:

Apply current NIST and CISO standards to current operations.

Respond to incidents and events.

Plan, schedule and perform complex maintenance and upgrades to critical infrastructure.

Keep up to date with new security threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasure techniques and technology.

Identify and analyze trends related to information technology security threats.

Prepare, write, and present clear, concise, and accurate system documentation and reports.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, including those from diverse academic socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and ability backgrounds.

Analyze networking systems and problems, modify current standards, and develop new solutions as required to address changing conditions.

Analyze network and telecommunication system requirements and select appropriate hardware and software solutions.

Work independently and exercise sound judgment while meeting schedules and timelines.

Effectively communicate, orally and in writing.

Participate in after-hours upgrades, troubleshooting, and/or during a declared emergency.

Demonstrate interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.

Monitor the work outcomes of other technical support employees and provide constructive feedback.

Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, as well as staff members and students with physical and/or learning disabilities.

Required Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Associate's degree with coursework in cybersecurity, computer and network systems and technologic computer science, computer engineering, information technology, or an equivalent combination education and experience.

Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, a ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, as well as staff members and students with physical and learning impairments.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Relevant industry certifications and training preferred.

Five years of professional experience with progressively increasing responsibilities and technical expertise in an Information Technology related field.

Other Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant industry certifications and training (E.G. CompTIA Security+, Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various District sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS/CLEARANCES

Criminal Justice Fingerprints.

Tuberculosis screening.

District pre-placement drug testing at District expense.

WHAT WE OFFER

* 100% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage

* Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account

* $50,000 life insurance benefit

* Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans)

* Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS)

* Abundant Professional Growth & Development Opportunities

* 22 paid holidays + Paid vacation

* Cumulative sick leave

* Summer schedule (exceptions apply)

* Receive Longevity Pay for years of continuous service:

* Employee Assistance Program

* Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion

* Progressive and innovative culture

Please Note: Documents submitted or uploaded for a previous position cannot be reused for other positions. You must submit the required documents for each position for which you apply for by the closing date. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application. Applications with an incomplete status will not receive consideration. You may check the status of your application online.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

To be included in the initial screening, application materials must be received no later than 3 p.m. on the closing date.

FOR FURTHER INQUIRIES AND APPLICATION MATERIAL SUBMISSION, CONTACT:

Compton College - Human Resources

1111 East Artesia Boulevard

Compton, CA 90221-5393

, ext. 2146

The Compton Community College District is committed to providing an educational and employment environment in which no person is subjected to discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (over 40), disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as required by state and federal law.