City of Cleveland Heights, OH
Cyber Security Administrator
City of Cleveland Heights, OHUnited States9 days ago
Full-timeInformation Technology
Under direction of the Commissioner and Chief of Innovation and Technology, will support multiple security initiatives involving design and implementation of different cyber security initiatives. This position will frequently collaborate with the City’s Cybersecurity Management and provide guidance and direction for the City’s Cybersecurity program. Monitor, evaluate, and maintain systems and procedures to safeguard internal information systems, network, databases and Web-based security. Assess potential systems and process vulnerabilities to determine security infrastructure requirements. Identify security risks, threats and vulnerabilities of networks, systems, applications and new technology initiatives. Performs other job-related duties as required.

High School Diploma or GED required. An Associates Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering or Cybersecurity or related field from an accredited college, university or vocation school is required. A Bachelor's Degree is preferred. Three years of full time paid experience in cybersecurity, cloud security or IT security. Strong communication, documentation ability, leadership, problem-solving, the ability to work in teams and organizational skills are needed. Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of thirty pounds. Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License required.

Additional Duties And Tasks

  • Monitor and manage cloud security posture across Azure and Office 365, ensuring compliance with security policies and best practices
  • Monitor security events in real-time using advanced threat detection tools, conducting forensic analysis when necessary
  • Manage Identity and Access Management solutions, including privileged access management and enforce least privilege policies
  • Analyze technologies and establish highly effective processes and protocols to ensure comprehensive protection exists to prevent unauthorized entry into networks and systems
    • Implement Data Loss Prevention solutions to safeguard sensitive data and prevent unauthorized exfiltration
    • Drive creation of countermeasures to protect personnel and information assets
  • Support automation and orchestration to maximize team talent and reduce routine tasks
    • Update and maintain Security Information and Event Management systems for centralized logging, threat detection and analysis
  • Document, prioritize, and formally report incidents, root cause analysis and after-action reports
  • Update and maintain the incident response plan and business continuity plan, ensuring rapid detection, containment and resolution of security events
  • Conduct security awareness training sessions to educate employees and enforce best practices
Preferred Qualifications

  • Basic to intermediate understanding of Azure security services (e.g., Microsoft Defender, Azure Security Center, Sentinel).
  • Familiarity with Azure IAM, RBAC, and security best practices.
  • Basic knowledge of network security (firewalls, NSGs, VPNs, segmentation).
  • Hands-on experience with security monitoring tools, SIEM, or endpoint security.
  • Understanding of cloud security principles, Zero Trust, and compliance frameworks.
  • Basic scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) is a plus.
  • Relevant certifications (AZ-900, AZ-500, Security+, or equivalent) are preferred but not required.

The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.

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