Cybersecurity Specialist

Position Type: Technology/Systems Programmer Date Posted: 10/23/2024 Location: Technology Department Date Available: 10/23/2024 REPORTS TO: Exec. Dir. of Technology Svcs. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 226 days WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt DATE REVISED MAR 21 2023 SALARY RANGE: $71,310 Minimum $99,492 Maximum PAY GRADE: AM5 PRIMARY PURPOSE: Coordinates and implements District-wide technical systems, cybersecurity network security, virtual technology server and application infrastructure. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors' Degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems required Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience preferred Five years of experience in Network Security or Server Administrator Role required Data Center Management Experience required Cisco Certified Network Professional Certificate preferred MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Coordinates network security and implements the technology infrastructure and network topology as required by Texas Education Agency Senate Bill 820. Manages technical data center infrastructure and integration of technology solutions and programs. Schedules, coordinates, and conducts technology infrastructure audits as needed. Designs technology solutions to more effectively implement technology infrastructure as it relates to instruction and administrative support. Supervises Voice-Over Internet Protocol System, virtualized VMWare server environment, Microsoft Office 365 email and spam filter solution, and SAN hardware environment. Establishes, implements, and maintains district-wide technology network topology hardware, software, and security standards. Oversees the maintenance of a district network and server infrastructure database of technology hardware and programs. Serves as a resource person for software evaluations and recommendations to all departments and campuses. Approves software and hardware purchases. Manages the District-wide network infrastructure hardware maintenance schedule and trouble-shooting assignments. Administers and maintains district wide network and server infrastructure library for instructional and administrative use. Maintains current knowledge on emerging technologies and stays informed of federal and state laws pertaining to technology infrastructure management. Observes professional and ethical work standards and enforces the copyright law. Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others. Performs other related duties as assigned. EQUIPMENT USED: Servers, switches, computer, mobile devices, scanner, printer, video projector, fax machine and other technology related equipment WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district computer functions; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Nondiscrimination Statement Edinburg CISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX issues: Robert Vina, r.vinaecisd.us ,Coordinator of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, sofia.hinojosaecisd.us , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8th Avenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, (956) 289-2300. Edinburg CISD no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus programas o actividades y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. La siguiente persona ha sido designada para manejar consultas sobre las polticas de no discriminacin Title IX issues: Robert Vina, r.vinaecisd.us ,Coordinator of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, sofia.hinojosaecisd.us , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8th Avenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, (956) 289-2300.