Cybersecurity Security Administrator

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Posting Close Date: Application and Special Instructions This is an open continuous recruitment. Applications will be reviewed in scheduled rounds as outlined below. This recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications has been received. Applicants will be notified of their application status on a bi-weekly basis throughout the recruitment process. As part of the application process, all applicants are required to submit a chronological resume and a cover letter at the time of application. Applications submitted without a chronological resume and cover letter will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration. To be considered complete, your cover letter must include responses to the following: 1.Describe a significant security initiative or architecture you led that demonstrates your highest level of technical expertise, including how you ensured it met organizational objectives and delivered measurable results. 2. Share an example of transforming a complex security environment-such as IT, OT, ICS, or hybrid-while maintaining both security and operational effectiveness. Include the challenges you faced and how you overcame them. 3.Describe a project or accomplishment that best illustrates your ability to innovate, adapt, and lead in a rapidly evolving threat landscape, and how you ensured its long-term success. This position is based on-site at a City of Tucson facility. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available at this time. IMPORTANT INFORMATION First Review of Applications Review Date: Monday, May 4, 2026 Applications received on or before Sunday, May 3, 2026, will be included in the first minimum qualifications (MQ) review. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be evaluated and scored based on relevant education, experience, and training as outlined in the job bulletin. The highest scoring applicants will be invited to participate in a virtual interview via Microsoft Teams. Interviews: Week of May 11, 2026 *Second Review of Applications Review Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Applications received on or before Monday, May 25, 2026, will be included in the second MQ review. The highest scoring applicants will be invited to participate in a virtual interview via Microsoft Teams. Interviews: Week of June 8, 2026 *Third Review of Applications Review Date: Monday, June 15, 2026 Applications received on or before Sunday, June 14, 2026, will be included in the third MQ review. The highest scoring applicants will be invited to participate in a virtual interview via Microsoft Teams. Interviews: Week of June 22, 2026 The City of Tucson does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Relocation expenses will not be provided for this position. Candidates are responsible for all costs associated with relocating to the Tucson area, if applicable. Recruiter Contact Information: If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: Lawrence Lehr (520) 837-6781 Lawrence.Lehr@tucsonaz.gov ABOUT THIS JOB The Cyber Security Administrator position at the City of Tucson's Information Technology Department is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing cybersecurity solutions to protect the City's infrastructure- including cyber-physical systems and operational environments. This role supports strategic initiatives by deploying and tuning tools and developing automation to enhance detection and response. Worked is performed under the supervision of the Information Technology Manager. This position does not supervise. Duties and Responsibilities Designs cybersecurity solutions that protect enterprise Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments, including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Industrial Control Systems (ICS). Implements and maintains tools such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), vulnerability management platforms, email security, and cloud-native solutions. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to embed security into technology projects and deployments. Supports cloud migrations by reviewing architecture and offering secure configuration guidance. Develops threat detection capabilities by creating custom correlation rules, dashboards, and alerts. Optimizes incident response by identifying patterns and gaps. Automates security workflows to streamline operations and reduce response times. Conducts technical investigations using log correlation, forensic analysis, and root cause identification. Responds to cybersecurity incidents in real time. Coordinates remediation efforts with IT and operations teams to restore services and prevent recurrence. Monitors systems continuously using security tools and telemetry data. Identifies misconfigurations, vulnerabi

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