Computer Security Analyst Jobs in Tyler, TX (NOW HIRING)

Location : TJC Central Campus
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 2026-00117
Department: Information Technology
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Number of Months: 12
Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP).
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
ABOUT
The Security Analyst II is an experienced security professional who works independently on moderately complex security initiatives and serves as a key contributor to Tyler Junior College's information security program. This role bridges foundational security operations and advanced security leadership by executing security controls, performing in-depth analysis, coordinating incident response activities, and supporting risk management and compliance efforts.
Under general supervision, the Security Analyst II partners with Infrastructure, Applications, and business stakeholders to identify security risks, recommend remediation strategies, and improve security processes and technologies. The role escalates significant risks, incidents, and policy decisions to the Deputy CIO/CISO and may serve as a technical mentor to the Security Analyst I staff.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Primary Responsibilities

• Perform information security risk analysis and vulnerability assessments across networks, systems, applications, and cloud environments.
• Analyze security alerts, log data, and network traffic generated by security technologies; validate findings and escalate confirmed incidents according to the incident response plan.
• Coordinate and assist with security incident investigations, including documentation of findings, root cause analysis, and remediation recommendations.
• Assist with the development, maintenance, and implementation of security programs and documentation to support compliance with TAC 202 standards, including:
• Information security plans
• Policies, procedures, and technology standards
• Vulnerability management program
• Incident response and risk management procedures
• Asset management and data classification standards
• User awareness and education initiatives
• Perform network and vulnerability scanning and work with technical teams to prioritize and track remediation efforts.
• Test, implement, and tune security hardware and software solutions.
• Identify gaps in security controls and recommend improvements based on risk and operational impact.
• Participate in internal and external audit and assessment activities and support remediation efforts.
• Stay current with state and federal security and privacy laws, emerging threats, and security best practices.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Research emerging threats, attacker techniques, and security technologies; recommend detection or control enhancements as appropriate.
• Assist with third-party risk assessments and vendor security reviews.
• Support documentation standards by creating and maintaining technical, procedural, and operational security documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and informal mentoring to junior security staff as needed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and collaborate with the team to implement enhancements.

COMPETENCIES
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Collaboration and teamwork
• Information security analysis and risk assessment
• Incident response and investigation
• Vulnerability management and remediation tracking
• Log analysis and security monitoring
• Data analysis and problem-solving
• Technical documentation and reporting
• Project coordination and time management
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Customer service and stakeholder engagement

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Individual Contributor. May provide technical guidance or mentoring to junior staff.
Work Environment: Regular work required outside of normal business hours.
Physical Demands: Sitting, walking, standing, lifting, driving.
Travel Required: Yes -Moderate
If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
WHO YOU ARE
Required Education
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used.
Required Experience
Three years of experience in a technology role or information security role.
Preferred Qualifications

• IT security-related certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GSEC, CEH)
• Willingness to pursue additional security certifications post-employment as required by regulations

Additional Job-Specific Requirements

• Working knowledge of information security policies, procedures, and risk concepts
• Experience with:
  • Email protection technologies (spam filtering, URL protection, ETP)
  • Vulnerability detection and analysis
  • Change and configuration management concepts
  • Cloud environments (IaaS, SaaS, IDaaS, PaaS)
  • Log aggregation and analysis tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK)
• Technical knowledge of Linux, macOS, iOS, Android, and Windows operating systems
• Understanding of networking protocols and security technologies (DNS, DHCP, firewalls, IPS, proxies, etc.)
• Familiarity with threat intelligence and information-sharing tools
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and coordinate across functional teams
• Strong self-starter with a team-oriented mindset

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EXPECTATIONS

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.
• Will have contact - in person, by email, or by phone - with staff, students, and the general public.
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.

NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above, including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.
This is a security-sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.
INSURANCE (Coverage fully or partially funded by the College)
Health Insurance
Health insurance will become effective on the first of the month following 60 days of employment, provided that insurance enrollment forms are submitted. There are two plans for employees to choose from, both administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield. With either plan, you have access to a network of over 10,000 medical and mental health providers in Texas. Both plans include a comprehensive prescription drug program through Optum Rx.
Employee's premium is fully funded by the College and State. Dependent premiums are funded 75% by the College and State, and 25% by the employee.
Basic Life Term Life Insurance
The State provides employees a term life insurance policy of $5,000 with $5,000 accidental death and dismemberment.
Long-Term Disability
This benefit is made available by the State and is fully funded by the College. Approved benefit pays 60% of insurance salary after 180-day elimination period. Benefits are paid until your return to work, reach full Social Security retirement age or are no longer considered disabled under the plan.
Optional Term Life Insurance
With this optional plan, employees may purchase one to four times their annual salary in life insurance. The College funds one times the annual salary premium not to exceed $120 annually.
OPTIONAL INSURANCE (Coverage fully funded by the employee)
Dental Insurance
Two dental insurance plans are available to full-time employees and eligible dependents.
Vision Insurance
The health insurance plan covers some vision and eye health services, but does not cover the cost of eyeglasses and contact lenses. Additional vision insurance is offered to full-time employees and eligible dependents to help offset those costs.
Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment
This optional benefit provides additional financial support when there is an accidental death or injury of a certain type.
Short-Term Disability
If claim is approved, this optional benefit pays 66% of monthly salary after a 30-day elimination period up to five months.
Cancer/Intensive Care Plan/Heart Plan/Accident Plan
Several optional plans are available to employees and eligible dependents through AFLAC.
Dependent Term Life Insurance
An optional term-life insurance policy of $5,000 with accidental death and dismemberment is available for all eligible dependents.
Tobacco User Premium
All participants enrolled in a Texas Employees Group Benefits Program (GBP) health plan must be certified as a tobacco user or non-user. Tobacco users of any age - adults and minors - are charged the $30 tobacco user premium each month.
RETIREMENT
Retirement
The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) is provided and required for all full-time employees. Full-time faculty an eligible administrative employees may elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) as an alternative to TRS.
TJC Alternative Retirement Plan
The College contributes on a monthly basis 4% of a full-time employee's salary into an alternative retirement plan administered by TIAA-CREF. Additionally, if an employee contributes 1%, 2% or 3%, the College will make a matching contribution for a total of 6%, 8% or 10% respectively. Some vesting requirements will apply.
Tax-Sheltered 403(b) Plans
An optional retirement plan available to full-time employees. Employees may contribute up to the annual IRS maximum limitation in voluntary retirement savings to various approved vendors.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
An optional retirement plan available to full-time employees. Employees may contribute to the annual IRS maximum limitation in this voluntary retirement savings plan.
HOLIDAYS AND LEAVE
Vacation
Only 12-month employees are eligible to accrue vacation time on a monthly basis.

• 10 days for 1-7 years of service
• 12 days for 8-10 years of service
• 15 days for 11-15 years of service
• 20 days for 16+ years of service

Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue 8 hours per month per contract length, with a maximum accrual of 90 days.
Holidays

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

Reduced Operations Periods

• Spring Break (5 weekdays)
• Thanksgiving Break (5 weekdays including Thanksgiving Day)
• Winter Break (7 to 12 weekdays)

PROFESSIONAL AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
Professional Development
The cost of tuition in selecting Continuing Education courses offered by the College may be covered under the Employee and Family Scholarship program. Additional professional development opportunities may be afforded to employees at no cost with prior supervisor approval.
Enrollment in TJC Credit Classes
The Employee and Family Scholarship, subject to availability of funds, is offered to full-time employees and their eligible dependents for applicable courses. The scholarship covers: Tuition (excludes out-of-district surcharge), General Education Fee, Student Life Fee, Health Services Fee, Registration Fee, Parking Fee, Distance Education Fee, Lab Fee and the College Preparatory Fee.
The Tuition Exemption program allows for the exemption of all tuition and fees for credit courses and approved non-credit courses for full-time employees meeting applicable guidelines.
OTHER BENEFITS
TJC Event Attendance
Free admission to regular season College sporting events for employees and immediate family.
Free admission for two to most cultural arts events on campus.
Library Use
Employees may utilize the Vaughn Library and Learning Resource Center.
Fitness Facility Use
Employee and immediate family use of the Apache Recreation Center - an indoor weight and exercise center, 18-hole disc golf course, covered basketball course, and outdoor ping-pong table and cornhole. The cost is $5 per ID.
Disclaimer: These benefits are subject to change without notice. The College reserves the right to change, modify and/or terminate any program with or without reason or notice. This is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute any agreement on the part to Tyler Junior College to provide employment to or benefits for ...