Information Security Admin

Temple University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays

3 Personal Days

Tuition remission for employees and DE

Generous retirement plan

Job summary

Temple University is seeking an Information Security Administrator to support the Information Security and Privacy team. The role coordinates access requests, reviews tickets, and ensures security requests align with established policies and access controls.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of information security/privacy experience, with familiarity in asset security, IAM, and security operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• At least 1 year of experience in information security/privacy.
• Experience in asset security or security operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate access requests and review/assign service tickets.
• Ensure security-related requests follow policies and access control rules.
• Manage access to university systems, applications and data with timely service delivery.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Information security concepts

Policy compliance understanding

Access control knowledge

Security operations

IAM basics

Security risk awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Temple University's Information Technology Services Department is searching for an Information Security Administrator! Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

• A hybrid work schedule
• Full medical, dental, vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays
• 3 Personal Days
• Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION-FREE
• A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Range: $52,000 - $62,000

A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Job Details

• This position requires a background check for PII/Cash Handling responsibilities.

Position Summary

The Information Security and Privacy team at Temple University is looking for an Information Security Administrator. The incumbent supports the University’s information security operations by coordinating access requests, reviewing and assigning service tickets, and ensuring security-related requests are processed in accordance with established policies, procedures, and access control requirements. This position serves as a key operational resource for managing access to university systems, applications, and information while supporting accountability, appropriate authorization, and timely service delivery.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least one (1) year of experience in an information security and/or privacy role
• Any of the following experience is considered relevant:
  • Asset Security
  • Security Architecture and Engineering
  • Communications and Network Security
  • Identity and Access Management
  • Security Assessment and Testing
  • Security Operations
  • Software Development Security

Required Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of the Domains of Information Security and Risk Management defined by ISC2 for the CISSP examination
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to effectively interact with diverse groups of individuals
• Ability to translate highly technical information into business language
• Basic understanding of compliance and how we support compliance efforts
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as necessary

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote) – the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

Temple University’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety.

Go here to review: https://safety.temple.edu/reports-logs/annual-security-report

You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University’s Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900.