IT Security Analyst

Primary Location:

3452 Spur 399, McKinney, Texas, 75069

We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Job Summary:

Responsible for ensuring that the District digital assets are protected from unauthorized access. This includes securing both online and on premise infrastructures, analyzing metrics and data to identify and isolate suspicious activity, and finding and mitigating risks before breaches occur. In the event of a breach, this person will coordinate efforts to counter the attack.

Required Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor network for security breaches and investigate violations as they occur.
• Install and monitor associated security hardware and software, such as firewalls and data encryption programs that actively protect sensitive information.
• Develop and deliver reports that document security breaches and the extent of the damage caused by the breaches.
• Orchestrate and conduct penetration testing (simulation attacks probing for vulnerabilities in systems and software before they can be exploited).
• Research and monitor the latest information technology (IT) security trends.
• Discover, develop and maintain security standards utilizing best practices for the District.
• Propose security policies and procedures to management. Keep District security management program up-to-date by creating documentation for all security-related information, including task-oriented planning for incident response and disaster recovery plans.
• Recommend security enhancements to management or senior IT staff.
• Research and create initial draft procedures for TAC 202 and NIST 800 compliance.
• Assist computer users when they need to install or learn about new security products and procedures
• Generate reports for IT administrators and business managers to evaluate the efficacy of the security policies in place and make the necessary changes for a more secure network.
• Develop training programs and modules to educate employees and users on proper security protocols will also be expected.
• Update incident response and disaster plans.
• Monitor security access.
• Analyze security breaches and identify root cause.
• Verify the security of third-party vendors and collaborate with them to meet District security requirements.
• Conduct security assessments through vulnerability testing and risk analysis.
• Perform both internal and external security audits.

 
Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.

 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of ethical hacking and penetration testing
• Knowledge of intrusion prevention and incident response
• Knowledge of computer forensics and reverse engineering
• Knowledge of industry standards, best practices and government policies
• Knowledge of college policy and guidelines for technology
• Knowledge of Collin College departmental organizations and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain professional manner when interacting with faculty, students, staff and outside organizations.
• Ability to identify and resolve technical issues in a timely manner
• Ability to travel to and between campuses throughout the district to provide technical support and attend meetings
• Ability to adhere to and enforce the policies, protocols and guidelines set by the department

 
Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for the Sedentary Work category and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated Light Work. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.
 
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in security, computer, networking or related field from an accredited institution. At least three (3) years experience in information technology serving in a direct security support capacity.
The ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

 
Licenses and Certifications
Must have at least one (1) of the following or an equivalent certifications:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• CompTIA Security+
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• SANS GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• CWPT Certified Penetration Tester
• Certified Reverse Engineering Analyst

 
**This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and a continuous DPS agency review.**

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required & Preferred Qualifications (if applicable):

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

***This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.***

Compensation Type:

Salary

Employment Type:

Full time

Hiring Minimum

$86,274.00

Hiring Maximum

$105,212.00

Compensation is determined based on experience.

**Application submission deadline is 12am of the date listed.**

06/15/2026

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.