Cybersecurity Administrator at Parks Tacoma – Tacoma, Washington

Based on our internal equity review process, the starting for this position will be $100,642.03 yearly.
To allow for growth and salary progression the full yearly range is $100,642.03- $137,778.89 annually. Employees will have the opportunity to move through the posted range based on annual performance reviews and merit increases.

Work where you play!
Join our team at Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live.

Who We Are
Parks Tacoma is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Tacoma Parks’ mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life-enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun.

Why You’ll Love it Here
Come work where you play! You will contribute to the overall vitality and well-being of your community when you work for Parks Tacoma, and you’ll do so as part of a supportive team of committed, passionate, and mission-driven professionals. The people of Parks Tacoma are the key to its success, and you just might be the next great addition to our team. You’ll receive a competitive wage, along with an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, vacation, holidays, and much more. On top of that, you’ll wake each day knowing that you’re helping make Tacoma a great place to call home.

Position Information
The Cybersecurity Systems Administrator will play a critical role in safeguarding and supporting our district's technology infrastructure. Working in close collaboration with district Information Technology Supervisors, this position will implement and administer district-wide cybersecurity initiatives. Key responsibilities include the installation, monitoring, and maintenance of security software and hardware, threat and vulnerability hunting, and helping develop security posture policies and procedures. The Cybersecurity Systems Administrator will also perform hands-on configuration changes for application software, operating systems, and computer hardware in a complex, networked environment to eliminate potential vulnerabilities. The role requires a strong understanding of information security principles, system administration, and multi-platform technology integration. Additionally, the position involves leading complex IT and cybersecurity projects, mentoring systems administrators and other technical staff, and contributing to strategic planning efforts.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
• Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.

• Participate in planning, research and design of security architecture.
• Oversee security improvements to IT infrastructure, including networks, systems, databases, and applications.
• Provide technical support, lead projects, mentor staff, coordinate with vendors, and maintain documentation, policies and procedures.
• Administer, maintain and monitor security and event management software deployed within existing systems; design and create scheduled reports for security activity, dashboard views of event logs, customized alert rules to notify of immediate concerns; and training staff to utilize those tools to provide greater visibility into our security.
• Advise internal customers on best cybersecurity practices when implementing new technologies; assist supervisor with developing and maintaining security assessment criteria and conduct security assessments of new products or services.
• Research new security tools related to systems being supported and evaluate those products for purchase, while identifying how new technology will fit into existing infrastructure.
• Write and review internal documentation, gather information to meet regulatory requirements, and develop and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and drawings.
• Assist supervisor with security consultations, audits and assessments, including event analysis and security engineering; administer intrusion detection systems; coordinate with vendor services to evaluate potential intrusions and response activities while using advanced techniques to detect and analyze threats.
• Operate a motorized vehicle to travel to multiple locations to carry out essential duties. Adhere to all driving laws and safety rules.
• Other duties as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, cyber security or related field required.
• Four years of technical and professional experience in cyber security required.
• An additional four years of related experience can substitute for the degree requirement.
• Additional certifications may substitute for a portion of the degree requirement on a case-by-case basis.
• Experience with the management of e-mail security systems required.
• Experience with the deployment, configuration and management of endpoint protection systems required.
• Experience with the design and deployment of multi-factor authentication systems required.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and vulnerability mitigation required.

LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Information technology security certifications such as GIAC GSEC or CompTIA Security+ desired.
• Valid Washington driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.

ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoor environment, with occasional work in confined spaces to access equipment.
• Work in construction areas to support IT needs for new and remodeled areas may be required. Ability to work after normal business hours, including weekends, for customer support, a scheduled function, project implementation, or in an on-call capacity as required.
• Driving a vehicle to install and/or maintain equipment, or to support users at remote sites.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and handle small hand tools used to repair computer hardware.
• Lifting and carrying computers and peripheral equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Kneeling, crouching, bending, and reaching to install equipment. Visually troubleshoot and analyze computer malfunctions.

HAZARDS:

• Extended viewing of a computer display, and repetitive use of a computer keyboard.
• Contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Network security and threat management principles and techniques, including multi-factor authentication. Backup systems, disaster recovery planning and procedures.
• Network technologies include hardware, topologies, operations and management, security, software installation and configuration.
• Currently supported versions of Windows Server, Desktop and SQL.
• Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Intune.
• VoIP telecommunications setup and maintenance.
• Microsoft Office setup, configuration and operation, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Methodologies that are commonly used to troubleshoot computer hardware or software problems.
• Prepare, utilize, and maintain documentation relating to IT systems, logs, diagrams, and procedures.
• Aptitude with scripting languages for automation and PowerShell applications.
• Understanding of ADFS, Azure AD Connect, and other external authentication methods.

ABILITY TO:

• Operate computers and peripheral equipment properly and efficiently.
• Make routine equipment adjustments and perform routine maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair system malfunctions to maintain system operation.
• Analyze security requirements and establish appropriate security systems.
• Communicate technical concepts and procedures to users in easily understandable and non-technical terms.
• Perform backups.
• Maintain routine records, logs and lists.
• Maintain technical fluency through journals, conferences, and periodicals.
• Manage time efficiently and effectively through scheduling and prioritizing.
• Work within and contribute to the effectiveness of a team, respecting differences.
• Report regularly and on time to assigned working location.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:

• Professional, positive demeanor.
• Proactive, helpful, can-do attitude.
• Flexibility to adjust to a dynamic work environment.
• Excellent customer service.
• Collaborative work style.
• Good ethics and integrity.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Analytical problem solving.
• Interpret rules and regulations.
• Communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively.
• Take the initiative to resolve issues with minimal supervision.

PARKS TACOMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disability or any other merit factor. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

Parks Tacoma employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services,

Parks Tacoma is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at hr@parkstacoma.gov.

Employment is subject to a national background check.

This position is an at-will position with no written or implied contractual agreement.