Information Technology Security Administrator

Salary : $110,240.00 - $134,576.00 Annually
Location : City Hall, 9770 Culver Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 01043
Department: Information Technology
Division: Information Technology
Opening Date: 11/09/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

THE POSITION
Information Technology Security Administrator

**Applications and Resumes will be accepted until Monday, November 30, 2026**
Under management direction, this unclassified position focuses on cybersecurity risk management and mitigation, serving as a key contact for planning, implementing, and maintaining citywide security compliance strategies and programs. Responsibilities include proactively identifying suspicious activities, protecting digital assets, and working with various security tools such as malware/antivirus software, patch management, vulnerability scanners, intrusion detection and prevention systems, endpoint security, and end-user cybersecurity training. Reporting to the Systems Support Manager, this role may also provide project leadership, guidance, and direction to technical staff.
Essential Job Duties

1. Recommends, implements, monitors, and evaluates IT security measures that are in compliance with industry standards, security/data privacy legislation, homeland security measures, and city policies and procedures.
2. Performs routine risk assessments to identify security issues that could result in compromised digital assets. Tracks and reports remediation efforts and resolutions.
3. Coordinates with the IT Network Team to design and implement high-availability network environment including industry standard data replication and data recovery methods.
4. Ensures data security protocols that serve to protect against unauthorized access, intrusion, modification or destruction of digital assets.
5. Develops and implements policies and procedures related to network security, servers and client access, Active Directory, firewalls, VPN, secure remote access, biometrics, internet access, virus protection, security web filtering, and data center physical security and maintenance.
6. Analyzes security logs and data from computing and network devices to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities. Facilitates penetration testing and monitoring of digital assets.
7. Monitors mainstream cybersecurity events and alerts management of potential threats. Recommends solutions to further mitigate cybersecurity risk.
8. Researches information technology trends and recommends security enhancements.
9. Evaluates, develops, and conducts citywide security awareness training programs and trains city staff on security protocols, policies and procedures.
10. Documents and updates network data flows and access control procedures.
11. Develops, tests, evaluates and updates the City's Disaster Recovery Plan to ensure the restoration of data, network, and communications resources in the event of catastrophic failure or compromised infrastructure.
12. Coordinates the routine update and testing of the City's Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan.
13. Analyzes system outages, alerts, and reports of abnormal system behavior due to suspected security related events. Investigates and coordinates City's response to cybersecurity incidents.
14. May work directly with law enforcement and security vendors/consultants to facilitate managing security threats/incidents.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major course work in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
AND

Experience:

Six (6) years of increasingly responsible paid work experience implementing, administering and monitoring IT security solutions and programs in a high availability environment.
OR
Opportunities for Substitution of Education or Experience:

Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to the extent that the experience has prepared the individual to perform the duties of the classification.
The following are desirable:

• A Master's Degree
• Familiarity with using security monitoring tools and technologies including SIEM, endpoint detection systems (EDR), or vulnerability management tools.
• Foundational awareness of common security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
• Fundamental understanding of network protocols, systems, and security architectures.
• Exposure to incident response, including incident triage, investigation, and coordination.
• Skillful in log analysis and security event correlation.
• Awareness of threat intelligence, attack vectors, and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development and staying current with evolving industry trends and best practices.

License and Certificates:

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver license as required by the position.
• Possession of one (1) current, within three (3) years of appointment (hire), industry security certification relevant to the technology installed in the City's environment or comparable is required.
• Possession of two (2) or more current, within three (3) years of appointment (hire), industry security certifications relevant to the technology installed in the City's environment or comparable are preferred.

Work Schedule:
This position works a 9/80 schedule within a 24 hour operating City; therefore, this position may be eligible to receive callback pay when required to respond to work during an emergency.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES
Oral Appraisal Interview
Applicants who are deemed most qualified will be invited to an Oral Appraisal Interview, weighted at 100%, tentatively scheduled for the week of December 7, 2026.

Selection Process
The selection process will include the following to determine suitability for the position:

• Selection Interview
• Background Investigation, including Live Scan fingerprinting
• Medical Examination

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice.
Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the referral list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job-related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision.

This position is represented by Culver City Employees' Association (CCEA).

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01

Which of the following best describes your education and experience related to this position?

• I have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field, and at least six (6) years of increasingly responsible paid work experience implementing, administering, and monitoring IT security solutions and programs in a high availability environment.
• I have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field, but less than six (6) years of paid work experience implementing, administering, and monitoring IT security solutions and programs in a high availability environment.
• I have a combination of relevant experience and certifications, such as additional certifications, that together total more than six (6) years of increasingly responsible work in IT security solutions and programs in a high availability environment.
• I do not meet the education and experience requirements listed above.

02

Please check mark any of the following you possess experience using in your recent (last 5 years) work experience to perform your assigned work duties.

• MS Sentinel
• Defender for Endpoint & Server
• Entra ID
• M365 Security
• Purview
• Other related cybersecurity tools and systems

03

Do you have recent (within last 5 years), paid work experience in Security and Monitoring and Incident Response?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have recent (within last 5 years), paid work experience in Vulnerability Management?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have recent (within last 5 years), paid work experience in Identify and Access Security?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have recent (within last 5 years), paid work experience in Endpoint, Network, and Cloud Security?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have recent (within last 5 years), paid work experience in Cybersecurity Risk and Vendor Assessments?

• Yes
• No

08

Describe your recent (within last 5 years), paid work experience in Security Governance Documentation and Training. In your response include the type of environment, your duties or tasks, and the employer's name.
Required Question