Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineer

Join one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. It's an exciting time to work for the City of Celina! We're growing rapidly and looking for dedicated, collaborative people to join our team of talented and valued employees.

At the City of Celina, our values of Excellence, Community, Integrity, and Service are more than just words—they guide our decisions, shape our culture, and inspire the work we do every day.

What you'll be doing:

Our employees are our greatest asset and the driving force behind our commitment to serve our growing community. We create a workplace where challenging projects, empowered decision-making, and purposeful work are celebrated.

As the Cyber Security Engineer, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining the City of Celina's information security program; ensuring that data, systems, and networks are safeguarded against unauthorized access, breaches, and other security risks. This position involves monitoring, detecting, responding to, and mitigating security incidents while implementing security measures to safeguard against future attacks. This role is to help protect the City of Celina by performing the functions necessary to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our critical data, network, and information systems which support key infrastructure and operational activities for the organization. This role is also responsible for partnering with team members throughout the city to achieve the objectives of both the security program and business units. The role requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices.

The City of Celina operates on a 4-day work week.

Why you'll love working here:

• Balanced schedule – 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday–Thursday
• Telework option – one day per week for eligible employees, based on department needs and with Director approval
• Competitive pay with exceptional medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement program (TMRS) with 2:1 City match
• Vacation and sick pay
• 12 paid holidays, PLUS your birthday and floating holidays
• City-paid LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Longevity pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing training and professional growth
• Employee Assistance Program

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Five (5) years of related experience in cybersecurity.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education to satisfy the minimum requirements of the position.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background investigation and MVR check.
• Must possess valid class C driver's license.
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset
• Pride in your work and your community
• Commitment to delivering excellent experiences for employees and residents
• Discretion, sound judgment, and initiative

EEOC Statement

The City of Celina is committed to providing all applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities and maintaining a diverse workforce. The City will not discriminate against any individuals in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Selection is based on the candidates whose background, qualifications and any preferences requested from the hiring manager most closely match the job requirements. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

City of Celina Employee Benefits Four day work week for most positions! Vacation

• 80 hours per year up to the completion of 5 years of service
• 120 hours per year up to the completion of 10 years of service
• 160 hours per year from 11 years of service forward

Holidays New Year's Day Martin Luther King Day Good Friday Memorial Day July 4th Labor Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day **Plus, floating holidays **Plus, birthday holiday Sick Leave Accrues at the rate of one day per continuous month of service for full-time employees for a total of twelve (12) days per year. Can be taken after six months of employment. Retirement Texas Municipal Retirement System 7% employee contribution; 2 to 1 City match 5-year vesting; 20-year retirement ICMA RC – 457 deferred compensation plan Health Insurance Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance and Long Term Disability – 100% city paid Optional plans offered including Short-Term Disability, Additional Life Insurance Dependent coverage available Education Work-Related Professional Association Memberships & Professional Certifications Licenses and Continuing Education Reimbursement amount varies