Specialist, Cybersecurity Project

Mcallen-Independent-School-District; McAllen (TX); Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

McAllen Independent School District is seeking a Cybersecurity Project Specialist to lead security-related projects and support district technology security operations, including Police Department solutions.

The role requires strong problem solving, communications, and organizational skills, with experience in CJIS policy and various hardware/software platforms in a K-12 environment. Immediate start is available, with full-time duties in McAllen, TX.

Qualifikationen

• Education/Certification: High School diploma, required
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college or 8 years of experience in lieu of degree, required
• Certification(s) in technology preferred
• Experience with CJIS Security Policy and security operations is valued

Aufgaben

• Lead all aspects of assigned technology security projects and define high-quality results for each project.
• Provide technology support for district security operations and Police Department solutions.
• Coordinate and manage allocation of technology staff and/or interns to support projects.
• Develop communication plans for projects using multiple mediums.
• Provide customer service to district users for technology solutions and issue resolution.
• Develop and implement training plans during and after deployment.
• Coordinate with vendors to deliver high-quality project results.
• Create documentation to replicate processes and update training for hardware/software

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree or 8 years experience in lieu of degree

Technology certifications (preferred)

Tools

Endpoint management systems

Network troubleshooting tools

Mobile device management

Jobbeschreibung

Specialist, Cybersecurity Project

McAllen Independent School District Dept of Technology - McAllen, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5962738
Application Deadline: Oct 29, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Cybersecurity Project Specialist eliminates obstacles that prevent teachers, school leaders and departmental staff from focusing on instruction and the work that supports instruction every day. The Cybersecurity Project Specialist accomplishes this by providing technology solutions and support in security operations including those within the district’s police department. Specifically, the Cybersecurity Project Specialist achieves excellence throughout the district’s security operations with emphasis in the following areas: technology support, technology solutions research and innovation, technology hardware and software implementations, integrations and support, and trusted learning environment management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High School diploma, required

Certification(s) in technology preferred

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college or 8 years of experience in a technology-related field in lieu of degree, required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).

Ability to independently solve problems by effectively assessing issues, researching solutions, creating a plan, deploying a project, evaluating results and course correcting if necessary.

Knowledge of technology devices and software applications, preferably in a K-12 environment.

Aptitude for troubleshooting and repairing technology hardware and software.

Ability to work irregular hours during the week and weekends to execute projects and/or support users.

Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience:

One (1) year of experience in technology with a Bachelor’s degree required or 8 years of experience in a technology-related field in lieu of degree, required

Knowledge of the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Security Policy

Experience with endpoint management systems, endpoint support software

Experience with basic network troubleshooting and wireless setup

Experience with Windows (desktop all versions), Mac OSX (all versions), Network printers (all makes and models), Scanners (all makes and models), Mobile devices and their OS’s, preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead all aspects of assigned technology security projects and define high-quality results for each project.
• Provide technology support for district security operations and Police Department solutions.
• Coordinate and manage need for allocation of technology staff and/or technology interns to support assigned projects.
• Develop thorough and effective communication plans for assigned projects using all possible mediums.
• Provide excellent customer service to district users in the areas of technology solutions, use and issue resolution.
• Develop and implement training plans for users during and after solution deployment.
• Coordinate with district technology services vendors as needed to deliver high-quality project results.
• Develop process and procedure documentation for all assigned projects to ensure replication of the process.
• Provide updated training for all assigned hardware, software, application, and support solutions.
• Troubleshoot assigned hardware, software, networking and wireless issues with quality and speed.
• Develop and implement project plans that increase technology effectiveness, data risk management, data privacy education, and trusted learning environment management.
• Understand all security-related district software and hardware technology including but not limited to computers, tablets, mobile devices, intercoms, marquees, scoreboards, sound systems, and other hardware such as monitors, printers, scanners, casting devices, projectors, interactive boards, document cameras and any other district technology device.
• Resolve issues for users quickly and with quality, identifying issues and developing permanent solutions to eliminate any obstacle and prevent the same issue in the future.
• Prepare and continuously update assigned technology equipment inventory and process disposals appropriately.
• Work with vendors to facilitate installation or updating of technology devices and specialized software.
• Contribute to creating a cooperative, collaborative, high-performing, and solutions-oriented department.
• Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
• Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

Working Days:226

Daily Rate pay range:

Minimum: $222.72

Maximum: $310.74

Note:Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,335 to $70,227 Per Year

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Network Services

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Domingo Ramos , Executive Director of Technology
• Dept of Technology
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]