Cybersecurity Analyst

MARICOPA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (MCCCD)

Job Opening: Cybersecurity Analyst

Starting Salary Range: $64,346 - $83,650

Where to apply: https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/full-time-staff; Job 322802 or keyword “Cybersecurity Analyst”

Open until filled: First review of resumes will be the week of June 15, 2026

Why you want to be here...

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…You Bet!

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)

What cool stuff does this job do?

Information Technology Services (ITS) at MCCCD is seeking a vigilant and analytical Cybersecurity Analyst to join our dynamic security team. This role serves as a frontline defender, focusing on the detection, investigation, and containment of security incidents across the District's digital ecosystem. On a regular basis, the Analyst will perform deep-dive log analysis, triage automated security alerts, and execute incident response procedures to protect network integrity and sensitive data. By collaborating with various IT teams and end-users, the Analyst ensures that security threats are not only identified but effectively mitigated to maintain a resilient security posture.

Where will my time be spent?

25% – Incident Response & Root Cause: Investigates moderately complex security incidents; performs detailed root cause analysis and implements containment and eradication measures following established IR procedures.

20% – Continuous Monitoring & Triage: Uses security solutions to monitor MCCCD's networks and systems; assists to identify, thwart, and repel security breaches, intrusions, and anomalous activity through active triage.

20% – Log & Alert Analysis: Analyzes security alerts and telemetry from various security tools, network devices, and information systems to identify and validate potential threats.

15% – Vulnerability Management: Performs vulnerability scans of networks and applications; identifies technical weaknesses, prioritizes risks, and recommends remediation or mitigation strategies.

10% – Proactive Threat Research: Researches and analyzes emerging cybersecurity threats and trends; makes recommendations to proactively enhance the District’s security posture and defense-in-depth strategies.

5% – Security Hardening & Configuration: Evaluates network and system configurations against best practices (e.g., CIS benchmarks) and risk-based access controls; recommends hardening strategies.

5% – Related Duties as Assigned: Attends and participates in team and division meetings; performs related duties as assigned.

So, to be considered I need to have...

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field and two (2) years of technical experience in the support of networks, systems, telecommunications and/or 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.

You'd like me to also have...

• Experience with incident response activities and log analysis
• Experience with security tools and technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, and endpoint security solutions
• Experience with proactive threat hunting
• Experience with security frameworks such as mitre attack framework, NIST, or ISO
• Familiarity with data encryption standards
• Relevant industry certifications such as CompTIA Security , Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), or GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell to automate or analyze security data

Applicants are highly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how they meet minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant’s knowledge, skill and ability.

Please ensure your resume and cover letter provide the following items:

• Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.

• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, indicate full or part time experience for each position held and name of employer for each position.

Legalease

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

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.