Information Security Administrator: Protect Data & Systems

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Information Security Administrator at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business protects the organization’s information systems, applications, and data assets. This position administers security technologies, supports governance and compliance initiatives, and monitors security events.

Working closely with IT leadership, system owners, and business stakeholders, the role helps ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of institutional data and technology resources, and

Qualifications

• College or university degree in a related field.
• 5–7 years of work experience in a related IT security discipline.
• Security+ certification or an equivalent industry-recognized security certification.
• Hands-on information security experience in an enterprise environment.
• Experience analyzing security events and recommending corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Administers, monitors, and maintains information security technologies (endpoint protection, vulnerability management, security monitoring, encryption, MFA, IAM).
• Protects systems and applications that store, process, or transmit sensitive data (HIPAA, PII, FERPA).
• Implements and maintains IAM controls and least-privilege access.
• Monitors security alerts, investigates threats, coordinates remediation.
• Conducts security assessments, vulnerability reviews, and configuration audits.

Skills

Data security

Cybersecurity principles

Identity management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Degree in information technology / cybersecurity

Job description

The Information Security Administrator at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business protects the organization’s information systems, applications, and data assets. This position administers security technologies, supports governance and compliance initiatives, and monitors security events.

Working closely with IT leadership, system owners, and business stakeholders, the role helps ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of institutional data and technology resources, and