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SAFE FCU

Security Administrator

Sumter, SC · On-site

The Security Administrator is responsible for executing the Credit Union's Information Security Program and adherence to related procedures that equal or exceed the information security standards ...

Safety National

Security Administrator

Sumter, SC · On-site

SUMMARY The Security Administrator is responsible for executing the Credit Union's Information Security Program and adherence to related procedures that equal or exceed the information security ...

Grbbank

$93K - $105K/yr

The Security Administrator (SA) is responsible for the day-to-day execution of operational and technical activities supporting the Bank's Information Security Program. Reporting administratively to ...

Procom Services

Security Administrator

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

Company Description Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to ... Management authorizes all lawful actions of the Security Administrators in the investigation and ...

Grbbank

Security Administrator

Rochester, NY · On-site

$93K - $105K/yr

The Security Administrator (SA) is responsible for the day-to-day execution of operational and technical activities supporting the Bank's Information Security Program. Reporting administratively to ...

Kuvare Holdings

Security Administrator

California, MO · On-site

About the role The Security Administrator is a hands-on technical role on the Information Security team, responsible for engineering, hardening, and operating security controls across a hybrid ...

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Kuvare

Security Administrator

Des Moines, IA · On-site

About the role The Security Administrator is a hands‑on technical role on the Information Security team, responsible for engineering, hardening, and operating security controls across a hybrid ...

Kuvare

Security Administrator

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

About the role The Security Administrator is a hands‑on technical role on the Information Security team, responsible for engineering, hardening, and operating security controls across a hybrid ...

Kuvare

Security Administrator

Rosemont, IL · On-site

About the role The Security Administrator is a hands-on technical role on the Information Security team, responsible for engineering, hardening, and operating security controls across a hybrid ...

Kuvare

Security Administrator

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Ignite Partners About the role The Security Administrator is a hands‑on technical role on the Information Security team, responsible for engineering, hardening, and operating security controls ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for information security administrator in the United States is $37.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $50.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an information security administrator?

Information Security Administrators are IT professionals responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures to protect an organization's computer systems and networks. They monitor security systems, respond to incidents, update security protocols, and ensure compliance with security policies. Their work is crucial for safeguarding sensitive data and minimizing risks from cyber threats. Information Security Administrators may also educate staff on security best practices and conduct regular vulnerability assessments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an information security administrator?

To excel as an Information Security Administrator, you need strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, network security, risk assessment, and typically a bachelor's degree in information technology or a related field. Familiarity with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, SIEM platforms, and certifications like CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM are highly valued. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help you identify threats, implement policies, and coordinate with various departments. These skills are vital for protecting organizational assets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining a secure digital environment.

What are some common challenges information security administrators face when balancing security with user productivity?

Information Security Administrators often encounter the challenge of implementing robust security measures while ensuring they do not hinder employee productivity. For instance, enforcing strict access controls or frequent password changes can frustrate users and potentially lead to workarounds that compromise security. Successful professionals in this role regularly collaborate with IT and business teams to find solutions that maintain strong security postures without causing unnecessary disruption to daily operations. Open communication and user education are key strategies to achieve this balance.

What is the difference between Information Security Administrator vs Network Security Specialist?

AspectInformation Security AdministratorNetwork Security Specialist
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISMCompTIA Security+, CISSP, Cisco CCNP Security
Work EnvironmentOversees security policies, manages security tools, and responds to incidentsFocuses on securing network infrastructure, configuring firewalls, and monitoring network traffic
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in IT departments across various industries, including finance, healthcare, and governmentPrimarily in networking and cybersecurity firms, large enterprises, and organizations with complex network needs

While both roles focus on cybersecurity, the Information Security Administrator manages overall security policies and incident response, whereas the Network Security Specialist concentrates on protecting network infrastructure and traffic. Both roles often require similar certifications and work in overlapping environments, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Security Administrator

Rochester, NY • On-site

Genesee Regional Bank
Commercial Banking • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Administer, monitor, and optimize the Bank's core security technologies and recurring security processes.

  • Monitor systems and tools to detect anomalous or malicious activity and support incident response activities.

  • Manage security alerts, coordinate vulnerability management, review access, and support security policy and procedure maintenance.

Job description

SALRY RANGE: $93,500 - $105,500
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
The Security Administrator (SA) is responsible for the day-to-day execution of operational and technical activities supporting the Bank's Information Security Program. Reporting administratively to the Chief Technology Officer and operating under the functional security direction of the Bank's CISO or designated CISO advisor, the SA administers, monitors, and optimizes the Bank's core security technologies and recurring security processes. Responsibilities include security alert triage, incident response support, vulnerability management coordination, access reviews, security awareness administration, technical control configuration, evidence maintenance, reporting, and remediation tracking. The SA executes established security priorities and promptly escalates material risks, incidents, policy exceptions, and control deficiencies to the CISO and appropriate management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Manage and administer core security tools and systems, including email security, endpoint protection, identity security, and data security and compliance platforms, including data classification, information protection, and data loss prevention capabilities.
  • Monitor systems and tools to detect anomalous or malicious activity across endpoints and networks.
  • Own and resolve security related user support tickets, including reports of malware, email compromise, and other security incidents. Perform initial triage, review available logs, correlate activity, preserve relevant evidence, determine preliminary scope and severity, and promptly escalate matters in accordance with the Incident Response Plan.
  • Monitor, investigate, document, and disposition security alerts across the Bank's security platforms. Identify monitoring gaps, recurring root causes, tuning opportunities, and conditions requiring escalation.
  • Support containment, eradication, and recovery activities in coordination with the CISO, CTO, managed security providers, and other members of the Incident Response Team. Perform preliminary technical analysis and evidence collection and coordinate advanced forensic analysis with internal or external resources when required.
  • Review and coordinate tickets and alerts generated by the Bank's MDR, SOC, and other managed security providers, ensuring appropriate internal follow-up, escalation, and closure.
  • Monitor and administer controls intended to detect or prevent unauthorized data access, data exfiltration and inappropriate transmission of sensitive information.
  • Administer the access review process to ensure user access is appropriately provisioned.
  • Administer operational components of the vulnerability management program, including scan monitoring, result validation, asset and owner coordination, remediation tracking, exception documentation, and reporting. Technical system owners remain responsible for implementing assigned remediation actions.
  • Oversee phishing simulation campaigns, track results, and provide remedial training as needed. Educate and train end users via vendor-based tools, grass roots education campaigns, and bank provided self-service training.
  • Support the administration and streamlining of the bank's Privileged Access Management system, defining and maintaining roles, and developing and maintaining appropriate documentation.
  • Support the CISO-led Information Security Risk Assessment process.
  • Administer technical controls supporting the Bank's approved records-retention requirements within assigned technology platforms.
  • Support policy and procedure maintenance by documenting operational practices, technical control configurations, and implementation evidence to promote consistency and audit readiness.
  • Maintain thorough documentation, diagrams, inventories, evidence, procedures related to assigned security responsibilities.
  • Support implementation and ongoing operation of activities aligned with the Bank's Information Security Program and CISO-established priorities.
  • Work with the CTO and the IT team to implement and execute the CISO's information security roadmap to ensure an efficient and effective security posture.
  • Prepare and present Information Security related reports to management.
  • Active participation in demonstrating the behaviors outlined in the GRB Experience.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Associate's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology or related field and a minimum of 5 years previous experience in Information Security Administration, Security Operations, or System Administration with a focus in Security, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft security and compliance technologies, including Microsoft Defender, Entra ID, Microsoft 365 security controls, and Microsoft Purview, or comparable enterprise platforms.
  • Working knowledge of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and other relevant information security frameworks. Familiarity with FFIEC guidance, GLBA requirements, and banking regulatory expectations is preferred.
  • Experience within a regulated financial institution or similarly regulated environment is preferred.
  • Strong communication skills to explain technical security risks to end users and compliance requirements to business stakeholders.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities.
  • Self-starter and motivated to make improvements, learn, and evolve.

COMPETENCIES:
  • Provide a remarkable client experience. Greet clients with warmth, genuine interest and a smile.
  • Lead by example. Identify current or potential problems, take ownership and see them through to resolution.
  • Act as a unified team. Possess strong interpersonal skills including the ability to proactively communicate with and help others, within and across departments.
  • Ability to work independently. Seek and incorporate feedback on your performance from management, coworkers and clients.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with enterprise computing, security administration, and common productivity and collaboration technologies.
  • Strong verbal, written, analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to handle highly confidential information with sensitivity, tact and discretion.
  • Ability to learn new technology and practices quickly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to walk and stoop, kneel, and climb stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is indoor and climate controlled.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Genesee Regional Bank is an equal opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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