Senior Systems and Security Analyst

Virginia Community Colleges

Virginia (MN)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 75,000

Full time

19 hours ago

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Job summary

The Department of Technology at Reynolds Community College seeks a highly skilled Senior Systems and Security Analyst to provide senior level support on security and IT infrastructure. The role requires managing server environments, AD/Entra accounts, vulnerability remediation, and audit support.

You will lead in continuity planning, incident response, and documentation, collaborating with network engineers and external vendors.

Qualifications

Knowledge of security best practices.
Knowledge of server platforms including Windows and Linux, and virtualized environments.
Knowledge of endpoint management systems.
Knowledge of MS 365 applications.
Knowledge of Entra/Active Directory and account management.
Knowledge of networking technologies.
Knowledge of IT auditing and continuity planning.

Responsibilities

Administers Windows and Linux servers; hardens OS and endpoints.
Manages AD/Entra accounts; supports SSO; handles device deployments.
Performs vulnerability assessments; coordinates remediation and audits.
Supports LAN/WAN networks; coordinates upgrades and changes; works with vendors.
Develops disaster recovery and incident response documentation; maintains SOPs.

Skills

Security best practices

Windows & Linux servers

Endpoint management

MS 365 applications

Entra/Active Directory

Networking technologies

IT auditing & continuity planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems or related field; masters preferred

Tools

Microsoft Entra

Active Directory

Endpoint management platforms

Microsoft 365

Job description

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Senior Systems and Security Analyst

Role Title

Role Code

Role Code 39112-SW

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 05

Position Number

Position Number 28300012

Agency

Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Division

Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)

Work Location

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $65,000 - $75,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

As determined by the supervisor. Primarily on-site with some opportunities for remote work.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position Yes

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The Department of Technology (DOT) at Reynolds Community College is seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems and Security Analyst who provides senior level support on a wide variety of technical and security functions. The position reports to the Manager of Infrastructure and Systems and provides leadership in the manager’s absence. Technical duties include but are not limited to managing the server environment, network environment, endpoint management system, account management, and threat assessments in a secure manner.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Systems Administration, Security, and Monitoring

Administers, patches, secures, monitors, and troubleshoots Windows and Linux servers. Implements operating system hardening for servers and user endpoints. Administers virtualization, storage, backup, and recovery systems. Performs system maintenance and supports system availability, performance, capacity, and recoverability.

Identity, Endpoint, and Microsoft 365 Administration

Administers Active Directory and Microsoft Entra user, group, and device accounts. Supports Microsoft Entra single sign-on implementations. Administers endpoint management platforms and performs software packaging and deployments. Supports Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and advanced Teams Calling functions.

Vulnerability Management, Security Remediation, and Audit Support

Conducts vulnerability assessments, analyzes findings, coordinates remediation, validates corrective actions, and maintains supporting records. Provides support for quarterly and annual audits, including evidence collection, technical responses, access reviews, and remediation tracking.

Network, Infrastructure, and Change-Controlled System Implementation

Supports LAN / WAN networked environments. Coordinates system updates, upgrades, integrations, and infrastructure changes. Coordinates technical activities with vendors and network engineering staff. Participates in change management review, testing, approval, implementation, validation, and rollback planning.

Continuity Planning, Incident Response, and Technical Documentation

Develops and maintains disaster recovery and incident response documentation. Participates in recovery testing, BIA, incident response, system restoration, and after-action activities. Documents standard operating procedures, system configurations, incidents, findings, remediation steps, and support guidance.

Other Duties

This position may serve as a technical lead or senior technical resource for major implementations, migrations, upgrades, integrations, and infrastructure replacement projects.

This position may be assigned to respond to cybersecurity incidents, critical outages, service disruptions, system failures, data recovery events, or other operational emergencies.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Knowledge of security best practices
Knowledge of server platforms including Windows and Linux, and virtualized environments
Knowledge of endpoint management systems
Knowledge of MS 365 applications
Knowledge of Entra/Active Directory and account management
Knowledge of networking technologies
Knowledge of IT auditing and continuity planning

Additional Considerations

Bachelors degree in information systems or related field or similar experience (masters preferred)
Previous experience in a security or systems administration role
Experience in an educational environment preferredSecurity related certifications preferred
IT related certifications (Microsoft, A+, Security+, Cisco, etc.) preferred

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel May need to travel between campuses, or college locations.

Posting Number CLS_4787P

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 10/02/2026

Job Close Date 10/11/2026

Agency Website www.reynolds.edu

Contact Name

Email talent@reynolds.edu

Phone Number

Additional Information The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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