Posting Details
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.
Position Information
Business Title
IT Security Analyst II
Applications Accepted From
University Wide, Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested individuals should complete an online application and be prepared to upload the following documents at the time of application:
1. Current CV or Resume
2. Cover letter summarizing interest and qualifications for the role
3. List of 3 professional references including current telephone and email addresses for all references.
For full consideration, please submit your materials by position closing date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number
2016539T
Job Description Summary
Department Summary
The Ohio University Information Security Office strives to educate and empower the University community to appropriately manage risks and protect OHIO's information and systems. This effort is facilitated through policies, standards, an information security risk management program, as well as other tools and guidance that are provided to the University community. This modern approach creates a safe computing environment in which the university community can teach, learn, and conduct research.
This role is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations for most Information Security Office functions. Responsibilities include design, evaluation, implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of security systems to ensure the protection of University data from unwarranted access and changes. Participate in the development of security practices, policies, and strategies to mitigate risk and the prevention, detection and resolution of security incidents for the university community's computing infrastructure including networks, servers, databases, applications, systems and end user devices. This role promotes and delivers security-related consultation, training, documentation, and awareness while also providing guidance and work direction to other groups performing security-related tasks.
Position Profile
Provides security engineering, risk management, operational support, and consultation. Develops, enforces, and audits security policies and procedures such as access, breach escalation, use of firewalls, and encryption routines. Conducts and reports on internal investigations, develops risk analysis scenarios and response procedures. Evaluates and recommends security products, services, and/or procedures to enhance productivity and effectiveness. Oversees security awareness programs and provides education on security policies and practices. Positions are centrally located and serve University-wide systems.
Level Summary
Provides professional expertise to the University community. Serves as a resource and guide to others in the department and/or university. Completes operational tasks essential for the daily functioning of the University. Additionally, contributes to larger projects or initiatives that align with department or University goals, often collaborating across teams.
Supervisory Responsibilities
May assist in mentoring or training new employees.
Fiscal Responsibilities
No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.
Problem Solving
Handles a variety of problems with some independence.
Independence of Action
Some supervision; able to work independently on routine tasks.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with team members and shares knowledge.
Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
CISSP or equivalent IT Security Certification
Department
Information and Technology Office
Pay Rate
The target salary range is $68,299 to $92,205 commensurate with the selected candidate's education and experience while considering internal equity.
Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, and additional employee resources. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.
Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees)
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https://www.ohio.edu/hr/compensation/total-compensation-estimator
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Estimates are informational only; exact coverage is determined by eligibility policies and official plan documents.
Pay Grade
19
Pay Range
$68,299.00-$117,127.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category
Administrative at-will appointment
Employment Type
full-time regular
Job Family
Information Technology
Job Sub Family
IT Security
Job Level
IC2
Job Open Date
10/08/2026
Posting End Date
10/22/2026
Planning Unit
Information Technology
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and rotating on-call responsibilities.
Flexible work schedule and hybrid work location permitted.
Months
12 month
Campus
Athens, Ohio
Expected hours worked per week
40+
Expected duration of assignment
Ongoing
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Alicia Porter, portera2@ohio.edu
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