IT Security Analyst

Salary: $58,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually
Location : Blue Bell
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 202600239
Division: Administrative Services
Department: Information Technology
Opening Date: 09/25/2026
Closing Date: 10/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Job Level: 15
Reports To: Senior Director of IT Security
Classification: Administrator


BASIC PURPOSE


Reporting to the Director of IT Security, the IT Security Analyst operates and monitors the systems that support institutional Information Security objectives. In addition, the analyst will configure system alerting, develop automation and document IT security team processes. The analyst will work directly with end users to ensure protection of college systems and data.

*This position has been approved for a flexible work option arrangement. Flexible work options can be ended at any time by the College, Cabinet, and/or supervisors based on employee performance and/or as institutional needs change.

All employees of Montgomery County Community College must reside in PA, NJ, or DE.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and monitor information security technology systems.
• Through collaboration and training, ensure that information security tools used by end-users achieve the desired outcomes.
• Develop and document scripts, tools, and procedures to automate system configuration, operation, and monitoring activities.
• Participate in the implementation of projects that include information security technical systems.
• Perform activities to verify the security of third-party vendors.
• Identify, collect, analyze, interpret and assist in the reporting of security metrics.
• Support stated IT security goals through the proactive research of industry trends, participation in security and technology associations, and achievement of professional certification.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Education/Training/Work Experience:

• Associate's Degree in Information Technology or related field required, advanced degrees preferred.
• Approved industry Security Certification preferred.
• 2 years of directly relevant experience managing computer networks and/or computer security in a professional setting preferred.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

• Understanding of networking, firewalls, security operations and monitoring.
• Knowledge of endpoint and network security issues.
• Experience with Linux, Windows or macOS
• Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Python, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community
• Required to be on-call to respond to technical emergencies that disrupt system availability.
• Requires work during non-business hours, evenings, and weekends to apply system updates and patches.
• Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal contacts, and to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks according to required deadlines.
• Maintain composure under stressful conditions.
• Ability to be optimistic, positive, and supportive in interactions with others.

Montgomery County Community College is committed to assuring equal opportunity to all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, age, affectional or sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender presentation, veteran's status, marital status or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable statutes.
Inquiries concerning Title IX relating to equal opportunity on the basis of sex should be referred to: Title IX Coordinator, Mikiba W. Morehead, Ed.D., TNG, LLC, at View email address on click.appcast.io.
All other equal opportunity inquiries, including those based upon disability, should be referred to: The Director of Equity, Diversity & Belonging, at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
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Do you have an associate's degree (or higher) in information technology or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you or are you willing to relocate to PA, NJ, or DE for employment at MCCC?

• Yes
• No

Required Question