Cybersecurity Compliance & Governance Coordinator

Young World Physical Education; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 100,283 - 114,662; Full time

Job summary

Needham Public Schools is seeking a Cybersecurity Compliance Coordinator to oversee governance, risk and compliance activities for the Town and School Departments in Needham, MA. This role focuses on policy development, program administration, and coordinating audits and awareness training.

The position emphasizes collaboration across IT, municipal departments, and vendors, with a strong compliance and risk management orientation and a 260-day work year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Experience in IT coordination, cybersecurity administration, compliance, project management, or related technology support roles preferred.
• Experience in municipal government or public-sector environment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures, and documentation.
• Coordinate periodic cybersecurity assessments and audits.
• Maintain inventories of systems, applications, technology assets, and cybersecurity risks.
• Coordinate cybersecurity awareness and training programs for town and school staff.
• Assist in incident response activities and documentation.

Skills

Governance

Risk90Management

Compliance

Project management

Incident response

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Municipal/government experience preferred

Cybersecurity certifications helpful

Experience in compliance and risk management

Job description

Needham Public Schools is seeking a Cybersecurity Compliance Coordinator to oversee governance, risk and compliance activities for the Town and School Departments in Needham, MA. This role focuses on policy development, program administration, and coordinating audits and awareness training.

The position emphasizes collaboration across IT, municipal departments, and vendors, with a strong compliance and risk management orientation and a 260-day work year.