K-12 Cybersecurity Specialist — Protect School Data

Mcallen-Independent-School-District; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

McAllen Independent School District is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to plan, implement, and monitor security measures for information systems and infrastructure. The role focuses on data privacy, compliance, breach mitigation, and business continuity to maintain a trusted learning environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in IS/CS or a related field, with at least 3 years of technology experience and knowledge of security practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or related field required.
• Technology certifications, preferred.
• Experience with developing security processes and solutions.
• Three (3) years of experience in technology required.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk assessments and reviews of account permissions and security violations.
• Support the implementation of system security plans with department personnel and outside vendors.
• Develop plans to safeguard configuration and data files against modification, destruction, or disclosure.
• Modify and monitor system configuration to incorporate new software and virus protection.
• Implement continuous automated security compliance capabilities.
• Monitor and maintain systems to protect data from unauthorized access.
• Train users and promote security awareness to improve security and efficiency.
• Assist in designing and deploying security applications and disaster recovery plans.

Skills

Data security

Network security

Security practices

Effective communication

Problem solving

Windows/macOS familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Security software

Job description

McAllen Independent School District is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to plan, implement, and monitor security measures for information systems and infrastructure. The role focuses on data privacy, compliance, breach mitigation, and business continuity to maintain a trusted learning environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in IS/CS or a related field, with at least 3 years of technology experience and knowledge of security practices.