Virginia's Community College System
IT Security Analyst
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Fairfax, VA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $115K
💻 Cybersecurity
🗓️ September 25th, 2025
CISSP
COBIT
ISACA
Edtech.com's Summary
Northern Virginia Community College is hiring an IT Security Analyst. The role involves assisting the college Information Security Officer in planning and administering the college's information security program, developing policies and standards, managing network systems, monitoring IT security operations, and performing disaster recovery testing.
Highlights
- Install, configure, monitor, and manage college network systems and servers.
- Administer IT security operations and utilize intrusion detection tools.
- Monitor network traffic for anomalies and maintain endpoint protection using Microsoft Defender and ATP tools.
- Run and review network scans and perform security investigations.
- Communicate IT security concepts effectively to technical and non-technical staff.
- Perform disaster recovery planning, testing, and documentation.
- Required knowledge or certification equivalent to CISSP.
- Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto routers, firewalls, switches, VPNs, Windows 2016/2019, Linux, Apple, VMware, and Microsoft Office365.
- Experience with intrusion detection/prevention systems and policy/procedure writing.
- Must pass CJIS Level 4, FBI, and Virginia State Police background checks.
- Compensation up to $115,000, commensurate with experience.
IT Security Analyst Full Description
IT Security Analyst
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title | IT Security Analyst
Role Title | Info Technology Specialist II
Role Code | 39112-FP
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 05
Position Number | 28000503
Agency | Northern VA Community College
Division | NV280-VP of College Computing
Work Location | Fairfax (City) - 600
Hiring Range | Commensurate with Experience (up to $115,000 max)
Emergency/Essential Personnel | Yes
EEO Category | C-Technician
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | 8:00 to 5:00 pm
Telework eligible upon successful completion of the probationary period
Sensitive Position | Yes
Job Description | General Description:
The Information Technology Security Analyst is responsible for assisting the college ISO in planning and administration of the college’s information security program. This position will help develop the policies, standards, and procedures necessary to protect the college and VCCS ITS infrastructure.
Duties and Tasks:
Installing, configuration, monitoring and managing of college network systems and associated servers. The administration of college IT security operations, testing and utilizing intrusion detection tools. Monitoring network traffic for anomalies Maintain endpoint protection utilizing Microsoft Defender and ATP tools Run and review network scans, Perform investigations, Must be an articulate and persuasive, who can serve as an effective member of the college Information Technology Services team and communicate information security-related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff. Perform Disaster Recovery testing and document standards/guidelines
**Must be able to pass CJIS Level 4, FBI and Virginia State Police background checks.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Required KSA’s Knowledge or Certification equal of equivalent to Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Physical ability to lift 10-25 pounds and sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch repeatedly. Excellent communication skills Knowledge of IT security principles and applications Strong organizational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to exercise independent judgment Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Minimum Qualifications: Experience in Computer Science, Information Management, or Information Security. Experience in IT Security field. Experience with network & routing protocols for Cisco & Palo Alto routers, firewalls, switches, and Palo Alto VPNExperience of disaster recovery planning and testing, auditing, risk analysis, and business continuity planning. Experience with Windows 2016/2019, Linux, Apple, VmWare based environments Experience writing policies and procedures. Experience with Microsoft Office365 (Office, Exchange, SharePoint) products. Experience with Intrusion Detection System and Intrusion Prevention Systems.
Additional Considerations | Additional Considerations: Security Professional certifications Experience with Splunk or other security information and event management (SIEM) solution. Experience with maintaining system security using packet filtering, logging, and intrusion detection systems in production computing environments. Experience with Cisco Prime and/or Sourcefire Systems. Knowledge equivalent to the ISACA COBIT certification. Experience with Splunk architecture components to include search head clustering, indexer clustering, deployment server and monitoring console.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | n/a
Role Title | Info Technology Specialist II
Role Code | 39112-FP
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 05
Position Number | 28000503
Agency | Northern VA Community College
Division | NV280-VP of College Computing
Work Location | Fairfax (City) - 600
Hiring Range | Commensurate with Experience (up to $115,000 max)
Emergency/Essential Personnel | Yes
EEO Category | C-Technician
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | 8:00 to 5:00 pm
Telework eligible upon successful completion of the probationary period
Sensitive Position | Yes
Job Description | General Description:
The Information Technology Security Analyst is responsible for assisting the college ISO in planning and administration of the college’s information security program. This position will help develop the policies, standards, and procedures necessary to protect the college and VCCS ITS infrastructure.
Duties and Tasks:
Installing, configuration, monitoring and managing of college network systems and associated servers. The administration of college IT security operations, testing and utilizing intrusion detection tools. Monitoring network traffic for anomalies Maintain endpoint protection utilizing Microsoft Defender and ATP tools Run and review network scans, Perform investigations, Must be an articulate and persuasive, who can serve as an effective member of the college Information Technology Services team and communicate information security-related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff. Perform Disaster Recovery testing and document standards/guidelines
**Must be able to pass CJIS Level 4, FBI and Virginia State Police background checks.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Required KSA’s Knowledge or Certification equal of equivalent to Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Physical ability to lift 10-25 pounds and sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch repeatedly. Excellent communication skills Knowledge of IT security principles and applications Strong organizational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to exercise independent judgment Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Minimum Qualifications: Experience in Computer Science, Information Management, or Information Security. Experience in IT Security field. Experience with network & routing protocols for Cisco & Palo Alto routers, firewalls, switches, and Palo Alto VPNExperience of disaster recovery planning and testing, auditing, risk analysis, and business continuity planning. Experience with Windows 2016/2019, Linux, Apple, VmWare based environments Experience writing policies and procedures. Experience with Microsoft Office365 (Office, Exchange, SharePoint) products. Experience with Intrusion Detection System and Intrusion Prevention Systems.
Additional Considerations | Additional Considerations: Security Professional certifications Experience with Splunk or other security information and event management (SIEM) solution. Experience with maintaining system security using packet filtering, logging, and intrusion detection systems in production computing environments. Experience with Cisco Prime and/or Sourcefire Systems. Knowledge equivalent to the ISACA COBIT certification. Experience with Splunk architecture components to include search head clustering, indexer clustering, deployment server and monitoring console.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | n/a
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | CLS_3795P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 09/24/2025
Job Close Date | 10/08/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Agency Website | www.nvcc.edu
Contact Name |
Email |
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information | Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website. NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu. The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
*Telework eligible upon successful completion of the probationary period
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/85418
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 09/24/2025
Job Close Date | 10/08/2025
Open Until Filled | No
Agency Website | www.nvcc.edu
Contact Name |
Email |
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information | Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website. NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu. The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
*Telework eligible upon successful completion of the probationary period
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/85418
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.
- Yes
- No
- * I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area.
- Yes
- No
- * Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience in Computer Science, Information Management, or Information Security?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience in IT Security field?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience with network & routing protocols for Cisco & Palo Alto routers, firewalls, switches, and Palo Alto VPN?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience of disaster recovery planning and testing, auditing, risk analysis, and business continuity planning?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience with Windows 2016/2019, Linux, Apple, VmWare based environments?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience writing policies and procedures?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience with Microsoft Office365 (Office, Exchange, SharePoint) products?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience with Intrusion Detection System and Intrusion Prevention Systems?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Other Document
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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