Functional Analyst 2 - (496064 )

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Sick leave accrual

Comprehensive free medical coverage

Employee perks

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a security analyst to perform process analysis and support the integration of police technologies at the University of Houston System. This role involves analyzing crime data, coordinating with technical staff, and ensuring compliance with privacy laws.

Applicants should possess a 4-year degree, a valid Texas Driver’s License, and a strong understanding of public safety technologies. Benefits include paid time off, comprehensive medical coverage, and various employee perks.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of analytical disciplines.
• Minimum of one year of directly job-related experience.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex system process analysis and design.
• Coordinate with functional and technical staff.
• Analyze crime trends to support technology placement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of public safety technologies

Project management expertise

Education

4-year degree or equivalent training

Tools

Data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)

GIS/mapping tools

Video Management Systems

Job description

Job Information

Department: Police

Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Salary will be based on years of experience.

Description

Under general supervision, performs process analysis and design through coordination with technical and functional staff. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel to be routinely reviewed to determine whether criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from maintaining the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for complex system process analysis, design and simulation. Understands the University's business systems and State of Texas regulations.
2. Responsible for analysis and re‑design of current processes.
3. Communicates and resolves issues with functional staff, and coordinates programming requirements with technical staff. Recommends and facilitates improvements to current policies and procedures.
4. Integrates new process with existing ones, and coordinates training requirements for end‑users.
5. Recommends testing strategies and acceptance criteria.
6. Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

Security Planning

• Define optimal locations for security cameras and emergency call boxes based on environmental conditions, crime data, and industry standards.
• Define criteria to ensure camera placements meet operational objectives.
• Create and maintain detailed maps and documentation of surveillance assets.

Technology Integration & Support

• Assist in deployment and integration of police technologies such as Automated License Plate Readers, Real‑Time Crime Centers, Body‑Worn Camera Systems, Mobile Data Terminals, Public Safety Drones & UAS, Facial Recognition Systems and Access Control Systems.
• Evaluate system performance and recommend improvements.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze crime trends, incident reports, and surveillance data to support technology placement and usage.
• Generate reports and visualizations to inform decision‑making and resource allocation.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work with law enforcement personnel to understand operational needs.
• Coordinate with university departments and University Information Technology for technology deployment.
• Ensure compliance with privacy laws, data retention policies, and public safety regulations.

Project Management

• Participate in planning, budgeting, and implementation of security technology projects.
• Strong working knowledge of DORI analysis and its application in surveillance planning.
• Familiarity with public safety technologies and their operational use.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Experience with Video Management Systems.

Requirements

• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License before receiving job offer.
• Must pass a Criminal History check and a valid Driver’s License check prior to an interview.
• Must pass Background Investigation prior to employment.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screening.
• Must be available to work additional shifts and assignments.
• Applicants must complete all criminal history fields on their application; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• All positions are security‑sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

Qualifications

• MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or a basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline.
• Knowledge obtained through a formal, directly job‑related 4‑year degree or an equivalent specialized training program directly related to the type of work being performed.
• Requires a minimum of one year of directly job‑related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with municipal or public sector security planning.
• Knowledge of CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) principles.
• Proficiency in GIS/mapping tools and surveillance system platforms.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

Physical & Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. While performing this job the staff member shall be exposed to inclement weather conditions and extensive public contact with student, faculty and staff. All staff are essential personnel and are required to report to work during inclement weather. Position requires moderate physical activity, field work required for site assessments and technology evaluations, office‑based planning, analysis, and reporting. May require occasional evening or weekend hours for special projects or emergency response.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (accrual increases with service years)
• Sick leave accrual
• Comprehensive free medical coverage for employees (premiums apply for family members)
• Great optional benefits to enhance medical coverage
• Many on‑campus / off‑campus employee perks

Equal Opportunity

Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply and will receive preference in employment over other applicants for the same position who do not have a greater qualification.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.