Cybersecurity Engineer

Cybersecurity Engineer

Job ID: 321837
Location: District Support Services Cntr
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary Range


$90,250.00 - $117,325.00/annually, DOE

Grade


122

Work Schedule


Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar


12 Months

Maricopa Summary


10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits.
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Benefits


Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services

• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary


Information Technology Services at MCCCD is seeking an elite Cybersecurity Engineer to elevate Maricopa's security posture and protect mission-critical systems. Reporting to the Director of Security Operations, you'll be the technical powerhouse driving security innovation across enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments.

In this role, you'll leverage cutting-edge tools-EDR platforms, next-generation firewalls, and SIEM/SOAR solutions-to lead proactive threat hunting, rapid incident response, and deep forensic investigations. Your expertise in vulnerability management, disaster recovery, and business continuity will be pivotal in building resilient, future-proof architectures in AWS, Azure, and GCP.

This is more than a security role-it's a chance to lead engineering initiatives, influence enterprise security strategy, and work on complex, high-impact challenges that protect critical assets and ensure seamless operations. If you thrive in an environment where innovation meets execution, we want to hear from you.

Essential Functions


Must be willing and able to work in an office setting, where there is a mandatory minimum in-office expectation, which the District reserves the right to update and/or change at any time.

20% - Security Technology Management

• Designs, configures, deploys, and maintains enterprise security technologies, including next-generation firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection platforms (EDR/XDR), SIEM/SOAR solutions, and vulnerability management tools; ensures continuous optimization and tuning to maximize detection and prevention capabilities.

20% - Infrastructure Security Collaboration

• Partners with network, systems, and cloud teams to implement secure configurations and hardening across on-premises and cloud infrastructure; enforces security best practices and compliance standards.

15% - Cybersecurity Leadership & Project Execution

• Leads, plans, and executes enterprise-wide cybersecurity projects focused on protecting critical assets, reducing risk, and ensuring regulatory compliance; viewed as a subject matter expert and serves as a trusted technical advisor to the Director and executive leadership on complex matters.

15% - Vulnerability Management & Remediation

• Conducts, reviews, and analyzes vulnerability scans across institutional systems; tracks remediation progress, prioritizes risks, and coordinates mitigation with IT staff and application owners.

15% - Threat Monitoring & Incident Response

• Identifies and triages potential and valid threats by monitoring SIEM dashboards and responding to security alerts; conducts initial investigations, escalates incidents appropriately, and participates in forensic and response activities; provides written record of findings with remediation recommendations; leads or participates in executing mitigation strategies.

10% - Security Architecture & Vendor Coordination

• Manages cross-functional teams, assesses vendor security postures, and implements enterprise security controls aligned with industry frameworks and best practices.

5% - Administrative Responsibilities

• Participates in districtwide committees and internal meetings; performs related duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in information technology, information security, computer science, cybersecurity, network security, or a related field and five (5) years of technical experience in the support of networks, systems and technology security.

OR

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in information technology or directly related field and two (2) years of technical experience planning and overseeing information technology initiatives such as data security, systems development or network design and related technologies such as intrusion detection systems, vulnerability scanning systems, authentication systems, operating systems and security tools.

OR

An equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or certifications sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Technical certifications may be used towards the substitution of the above-mentioned requirements for education and/or experience. Substitution amounts for certifications are based on the duration of time it takes to obtain the certification, the difficulty to obtain the certification, and/or the desirability of the certification as related to the business needs of the assignment.

Desired Qualifications

1. Experience with cloud security frameworks, such as cloud secure access service edge (SASE)
2. Experience with vulnerability management and endpoint security
3. Experience in threat detection, risk management, and mitigation strategies
4. Experience scripting in Python, PowerShell, or Bash to automate security tasks and support incident response
5. Experience with security configuration and hardening Windows and Linux operating systems
6. Relevant industry certifications such as OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), TCM Security Penetration Testing Certifications, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer)
   
   

Special Working Conditions


There is a mandatory minimum in-office expectation, currently two days onsite, in which the District reserves the right to update at any time.

The selected candidate will need to reside in the Phoenix area or relocate within six months of hire.

This role may involve after hours work and non-regular business hours.

May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor.

ITS does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas.

How to Apply


Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant's knowledge, skill and abilities. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.


Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.

• Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
• Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
• Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked)
• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
• Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.

Posting Close Date


Open until filled

First Review Monday, September 29, 2025

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act


Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.

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