Cybersecurity Analyst I

Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover…Do It All!  Bring us your existing Cybersecurity, System Administration, or Network Engineering knowledge, along with your aptitude and eagerness to learn the rest.  The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is seeking an Information Technology professional to serve as a Cybersecurity Analyst, who will advance the organization’s Information Security goals. 

 Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  

• Investigate and respond to incidents and alerts generated by EDR, IDS/IPS, Identity Protection, E-mail & Web Gateways, and other cybersecurity systems. 

• Configure and maintain Next Gen Firewalls, DLP, CASB, WAF, VPN, IdAM, Endpoint Management, and other cybersecurity systems. 

• Run all technical aspects of a Vulnerability Management program, including scanning, reporting, and championing remediation with IT Operations and App Development teams. 

• Secure Microsoft Entra ID, Azure, and M365 environments. 

Required Skills: 

• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills are required for effective interaction with NCTCOG employees, contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal IT staff.   

• An aptitude for solving complex problems, the ability to self-direct, and a desire to bring new ideas forward are a must. 

Required Experience: 

•  Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, MIS or related field from an accredited college or university. 

• 3-5  years related work experience  (System /Network Administrator with security related duties or a Cybersecurity Analyst/Engineer experience preferred)

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of compliance requirements for HIPAA, PCI-DSS, FISMA, Texas TAC 202, and similar regulations or industry standards. 

• Knowledge of frameworks, such as NIST CSF, ISO27001, HITRUST, and CIS Critical Controls. 

• Certifications from ISC2, ISACA, GIAC, or CompTIA.  

Benefits: 

• Flexible work schedule 

• Robust training and professional development opportunities 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance 

• Retirement Plans (401a, 457) 

Salary:

FLSA: Exempt

• Base salary commensurate with qualifications, up to $90,000/year

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.