Cyber Security Analyst

Elkhart County Government

• $86K — $96K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in computer science or related field or four years equivalent experience with minimum two years in cybersecurity.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain at least one cybersecurity certification (CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Security+).
  • Experience in providing security awareness training to staff.
  • Thorough knowledge of networking technologies (TCP/IP, VPN, firewalls) and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST) and regulatory compliance (GDPR, HIPAA).

Responsibilities

  • Monitor County networks for security breaches.
  • Investigate security incidents and develop appropriate responses.
  • Implement measures to secure systems against potential breaches.
  • Develop and enforce security policies and procedures.
  • Provide training to employees on security threats and best practices.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance.
  • Access to a FREE Primary Care Health Clinic.
  • Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b.
  • 14 Paid Holidays Annually.
  • Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time.
  • Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Full Job Description
Position Type:
Professional/Cyber Security Analyst

Date Posted:
9/25/2026

Location:
Information Technology

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
Until Filled
CYBER SECURITY ANALYST

DEPARTMENT: Information Technology

HIRING RATE: $41.59-$46.21/hour based on education and position related experience. Longevity pay after 3 years.

BENEFITS OFFERED:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• FREE Primary Care Health Clinic
• Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b
• 14 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP

HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: Minimum of 40 hours/week

LOCATION OF POSITION: Goshen

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (please complete driving page on application)

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for monitoring County networks for security breaches, investigating security incidents, implementing measures to secure systems and developing and enforcing policies and procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Associate degree in computer science, computer information systems, or a related field or four (4) years equivalent work experience, with minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in cybersecurity
• Possession of and/or ability to obtain and maintain at least one cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Security+ certifications required
• Provides security awareness training to employees to educate about security threats and best practices
• Thorough knowledge of networking technologies, including TCP/IP, VPN, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems
• Working knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST and regularity compliance such as GDPR and HIPAA
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen

Elkhart County Human Resources
117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526


APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

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