Title Code:

Senior Administrator: Information Security

JOB SUMMARY
Plan and coordinate the installation, testing, operation, troubleshooting, maintenance and sustainability of information security hardware and software tools, systems, and services. Lead confidential security investigations and audits, develop reports for management, and refine current information security processes and procedures. Ensure that all sensitive information stored on servers are properly protected. Ensure the quality, reliability, and accuracy of all deliverables. Work nights and weekends, as required, to monitor, support, maintain, implement and upgrade supported systems and related components.

Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

Emergencies
Evenings/Nights
Holidays
On call
Outside of normal business hours
Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead information security investigations, audits and provide recommendations.
Develop security incident summary reports.
Develop, modify and maintain a data classification scheme for sensitive information.
Review vendor contracts to ensure compliance with all board policies, local and legal regulatory mandates.
Perform assigned white-hat network vulnerability and penetration tests.
Provide recommendations for security and infrastructure.
Develop and implement security procedures and tools based on industry best practices.
Conduct training sessions on proposed security solutions and emerging technologies.
Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required;
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Experience

Five (5) years professional experience professional experience in cybersecurity required; and
Project management experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Demonstrated knowledge of current data privacy laws related public school systems.
Demonstrated experience using system and network penetration testing and vulnerability scanning tools.
Demonstrated experience performing confidential IT security-related investigations and audits.
Demonstrated experience developing and executing scripts.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Working knowledge of current Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) , Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) , Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations.
Demonstrated project management experience.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to organize and manage multiple assignments with concurrent time sensitive deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all security-related matters.
Diverse and in-depth experience in the design, implementation, support and sustainability of Microsoft products in a large enterprise environment including, but not limited to, Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Hyper-V server virtualization, Exchange Online, Microsoft Cloud Apps Security, Sentinel and PowerShell scripting
Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity, data and information security and protection.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

Hold or be eligible for Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) issued by EC-Council preferred;
Hold or be eligible for Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) issued by (ISC)² preferred;
Hold or be eligible for Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification issued by Project Management Institute (PMI) preferred.
Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class B Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required.
Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
Personal Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Standing: under 1/3 of the time
Walking: under 1/3 of the time
Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
Driving: under 1/3 of the time
As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time
Outdoor environment: under 1/3 of the time
Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 of the time
Confined space: under 1/3 of the time

Noise Level

Moderate:

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

Up to 40 pounds:

Travel Requirements

10% day travel within the county

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:	5/1/2025
Established Date:	4/1/2025
Title Code:	B05813
Title:	ADMINISTRATOR SENIOR: INFORMATION SECURITY
Alternate Title:	Senior Administrator: Information Security
Reports to Generic:	Manager
Reports to Specific:	MANAGER: INFORMATION SECURITY

ORGANIZATION

Division:	Technology
Business Unit:	Technology Information Security & Operations
Department:
Negotiated Agreement:	N/A

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:	V
Days Worked:	260
FLSA Exemption Status:	Exempt
Grade:	PG08 Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 5 – Professional Staff).
Essential Job:
Months Worked:	12
Hours Worked:	8
Job Family:	Information Technology
Sub-Function:	Information Security

VR# 24180