Cybersecurity Specialist - Open/Promotional

Cybersecurity Specialist

The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for a Cybersecurity Specialist. Under general supervision, the Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for leading, coordinating, and overseeing advanced cybersecurity functions for SDCOE and supported local educational agencies, provides program-level leadership in incident response, vulnerability management, cybersecurity training, and enterprise phishing simulation services (Red Herring), exercises independent judgment, strategic coordination, and professional discretion. The current assignment is located at the San Diego County Office of Education within the Integrated Technology Services division of SDCOE. Please note that while this current assignment is for the location listed, employees of SDCOE may be administratively reassigned to other locations based on organizational needs. Please note that the weekly schedule will be Tuesday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a one (1) hour lunch.

Requirements / Qualifications

This position requires a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in information technology, computer science, or a closely related field; and Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in cybersecurity is required. Including work within complex technical environments in the area of network security, application development, computer system support, or related areas; or A combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in information technology, computer science, or a closely related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in cybersecurity is required. Including work within complex technical environments in the area of network security, application development, computer system support, or related areas Certificates and Licenses: • GSOC, GCIH, CEH certifications in areas of Security Essentials or incident handling are highly desirable. • Valid California Driver's License

To be considered for this position, please individually attach the following required items to your completed EDJOIN Application: • Resume, detailing education and experience as it relates to this position • Letter of Introduction • Two (2) Letters of Recommendation, dated within the past 12 months, that specifically recommend you for this position • Copies of transcripts verifying a bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a closely related field • Copies of any certifications you wish to be considered (optional) Type of examination(s) for this classification: Applications will be reviewed, and candidates whose qualifications most closely match the classification requirements will be invited to participate in a competitive examination process. The examination process may consist of one or more of the following examination components: an oral examination, and/or a technical evaluation of the application. The results of this recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list to fill the current vacancy and any other vacancies in this classification for the next six (6) months, or until the list is terminated.

Comments and Other Information

For inquiries regarding this position, please reach out to the Human Resources contact listed on this posting. To maintain a fair and consistent process, please do not reach out to the hiring department or its staff.

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Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening.

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About SDCOE The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) serves the region's most vulnerable students, and supports school leaders, teachers, and students across the county. We support about 780 schools and nearly 500,000 students, including the children we educate each year through our Juvenile Court and Community Schools. SDCOE provides a variety of services for the 42 school districts, 129 charter schools, and five community college districts in the county.

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