Cybersecurity Analyst

Texas-School-For-the-Dea; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas School for the Deaf IT in Austin seeks a Cybersecurity Analyst to perform journey-level information security and cybersecurity analysis, planning, implementing, and monitoring security measures to protect information systems, networks, and infrastructure.

Starting immediately for a 12-month, full-time assignment (40 hours/week), the role requires at least two years of cybersecurity experience and a preferred bachelor’s degree; sign language proficiency (SLPI intermediate) is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of cybersecurity experience
• Sign Language: SLPI intermediate required, to be maintained with ongoing learning

Skills

Cybersecurity analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Cybersecurity Analyst

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Job Details

Job ID: 5887486
Application Deadline: Aug 20, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Length of Position: 12 Months

Hours: 40 per week

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Information Technology, Performs complex (journey-level) information security and cybersecurity analysis work. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Responsibilities involve planning, implementing, and monitoring security measures to protect information systems, networks, and infrastructure. Duties also include safeguarding cybersecurity assets through incident detection and response, threat assessment, cyber intelligence, software security, and vulnerability management activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs technical risk assessments and reviews of account permissions, computer data access needs, security violations, programming changes, and new and existing applications and systems, including data center physical security and environment.
• Performs cybersecurity incident detection, analysis, and prevention.
• Performs vulnerability scans of networks and applications to assess effectiveness and identify weaknesses. Performs forensic analysis of information systems and portable devices and forensic recovery of data using assessment tools.
• Monitors systems and procedures to protect data systems and databases from unauthorized access.
• Monitors and analyzes cybersecurity alerts from cybersecurity tools, network devices, and information systems.
• Design, automate, and oversee the deployment and management of security applications and infrastructure.
• Supports the implementation of computer system security plans with agency personnel and outside vendors.
• Coordinate agency policies for encryption of data transmissions and the definition of firewall configuration to protect confidential information in transit.
• Modifies and monitors computer configuration and data files to incorporate new software and virus protection systems, correct errors, or change individual access status.
• Implements continuous automated security compliance capabilities.
• Researches and analyzes cybersecurity threat indicators and their behaviors for the prevention, detection, containment, and correction of data security breaches, and recommends threat mitigation strategies.
• Trains users and promotes security awareness to ensure system security and improve application, server, and network efficiency.
• Performs related work as assigned.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Leads in advising management and users regarding security configurations and procedures.
• Leads in developing and reviewing cybersecurity policies, standards, and guidelines to support agency objectives.

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in information technology security, computer information systems, computer science, management information systems or a related field is preferred. Education and experience may be substituted for one another.
• Minimum of two (2) years of cybersecurity experience
• Sign Language: The ultimate required proficiency level for the position using the levels designated in the Signed Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) is INTERMEDIATE. If hired with a sign language proficiency level below this level, you are required to participate in signed communication learning opportunities on a regular basis until you have achieved the sign language proficiency level assigned to your position.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in cybersecurity analysis work.
• Experience in an educational setting.
• Experience writing policies for schools and/or state agencies.

Minimum Qualifications by Level

Qualifications Required – Cybersecurity Analyst II

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in information technology security, computer information systems, computer science, management information systems or a related field is preferred. Education and experience may be substituted for one another.
• Minimum of two (2) years of cybersecurity experience

Qualifications Required – Cybersecurity Analyst III

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in information technology security, computer information systems, computer science, management information systems or a related field is preferred. Education and experience may be substituted for one another.
• Minimum of five (5) years of cybersecurity experience
• 2 years experience in network administration
• Experience as Team lead in IT Department

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Attributes:

Instructional Knowledge— knowledge of content; instructional methodologies, classroom management

Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

Effective Communication—the individual must be able to appropriately communicate with colleagues, students, parents, families, administrators, supervisors, and the public.

Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action plans.

Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.

Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.

Safety and security—the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.

Interpersonal Skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.

SUPERVISOR

Information Resources Manager / Information Security Officer

MILITARY OCCUPATION CODECybersecurity Analyst II-III
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It is the Texas School for the Deaf’s (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $5,797.66 Per Month
Job Categories:

Organization-level Positions > Analyst

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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