Information Security Administrator Sr

Information Security Administrator Sr

Job ID: 322716
Location: Phoenix College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hiring Salary Range


$73,670.00 - $95,771.00/annually, DOE

Grade


119

Work Schedule


Fall: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Summer: Monday -Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM


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.

Campus Statement


Situated in central Phoenix, Arizona, Phoenix College (PC) welcomed its inaugural class of students on September 13, 1920. A comprehensive community college with over 17,000 students and more than 150 degree and certificate programs, including two bachelor's degrees, Phoenix College embraces a student-centered approach to ensure quality teaching and learning. PC is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is nationally recognized with the Seal of Excelencia. In 2025, PC was named as one of the top 16 community colleges in the nation as a Most Promising Place to Work by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD). Join our top-tier faculty and staff as we innovate and lead in higher education.

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 and 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


The Information Security Administrator, Sr. serves as the primary cybersecurity lead for Phoenix College. This role is responsible for the strategic implementation, management, and monitoring of security protocols to protect the college's digital assets. This position also acts as a critical bridge between Phoenix College's specific operational needs and the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) security standards.

Essential Functions


25% - Security Leadership
Lead the design and execution of college information security strategies, ensuring all Phoenix College systems and networks align with institutional standards and compliance requirements.

25% - Risk Assessment
Conduct regular audits and vulnerability assessments of college-specific applications and infrastructure, and work with the IT team members to proactively mitigate threats.

20% - Compliance
Ensure the college remains compliant with federal and state regulations, including FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act), GLBA (Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act), and HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act).

10% - District Coordination
Serve as the formal liaison to the MCCCD Office information security personnel, ensuring Phoenix College participates in district-wide initiatives and adheres to centralized security policies.

10% - Incident Response & Management
Act as the "first responder" for security breaches or vulnerabilities at the college level, coordinating containment, investigation, and recovery efforts.

10% - Training & Advocacy
Promote a culture of security awareness across the campus by educating faculty, staff, and students on best practices and emerging cyber threats.

Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in information technology, information security, computer science, cybersecurity, or network security, and three (3) years of technical experience in the support of networks, systems, and technology security.

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 security tools and technologies, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), vulnerability management, and endpoint security solutions
2. Fundamental understanding of networking; Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (CP/IP), Domain Name System (DNS), Virtual Private Network (VPN), Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN), and/or routing concepts
3. Experience with security frameworks such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
4. Experience with firewall security assessments and best practices
5. Experience in understanding server and system management; Virtual Machine (VMWare), Windows Server, Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), etc
6. Experience writing policies and standard operating procedures around information security
7. Industry certifications such as Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
8. One (1) year of full-time, relevant MCCCD experience within the previous two (2) years

Special Working Conditions


MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visa.


Special Requirements

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications: 1. Possession of a valid State of Arizona Driver License (Class D) may be required for
some assignments.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Positions in this class typically require: typing, talking, walking, crouching, carrying, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Manual dexterity to operate and manipulate/install/move computers and computer hardware components is required.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body.

Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an indoor, office environment. Work may involve crouching under desk workstations to install computer hardware and carrying, moving, or positioning various computer components, such as a laptop or PC, computer monitors, or other related equipment.

Travel: Work may involve travel throughout the District or to adjacent areas.

• Travel to campus during the interview/selection process will be at the candidate's own expense.
  Work Schedule: The Maricopa Community College District has functions that operate 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week, 365 days per year. Due to the impactfulness of work associated with this classification and the possibility that information security incidents may occur at any time, work during nights, weekends, holidays, or otherwise non-standard work time may occasionally be required.
  How to Apply
  
  
  Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. 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, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load)
  • 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.
  
  Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at View email address on click.appcast.io
  
  
  MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  
  
  Posting Close Date
  
  
  Apply on or before 05/25/2026 to be considered.
  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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