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Posting Details
Position Information
Position/Classification Title
IT Security Professional I
Working Title
IT Security Professional I
Position Number
600849
FLSA
Exempt
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track
No
FTE
1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date
Department Hiring Range
The salary is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's educational background, relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.
EEO-1 Category
Professionals
SOC Code
15-1142 - Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Position Overview
Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!
Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.
Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.
An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
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Employee Benefits
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NC State - Health Benefits
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11-12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit
Information Technology Services, in collaboration with the campus community, provides technological solutions and services for students, faculty, staff, and constituents in support of the NCCU mission and strategic plan.
Information Security Services, is responsible for advancing and supporting the university's cybersecurity, governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives. The office works collaboratively with the rest of Information Technology Services and campus stakeholders to protect institutional information assets, support regulatory and policy requirements, reduce institutional cyber risk, and promote a culture of information security awareness while enabling the university's academic, research, and administrative mission.
Primary Purpose of Position
The IT Security Professional, Analyst supports the institution's information security program through risk management, compliance, vulnerability management, and security operations activities. This role emphasizes both proactive and reactive cybersecurity practices, policy development and validation, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to protect institutional data, systems, and research assets.
The position reports to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), assisting with implementing and maintaining security controls, responding to cybersecurity events, supporting governance and compliance initiatives, and promoting security best practices across the university environment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Familiarity with information security concepts including vulnerability management, incident response, identity and access management, endpoint security, email security, and risk management.
• Ability to analyze, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity events, alerts, and operational issues.
• Familiarity with enterprise technologies, cloud-based services, and security-related platforms.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and interpret security documentation, governance, and technical information.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a diverse university environment while managing multiple priorities

Minimum Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience supporting information security, cybersecurity, systems administration, networking, compliance, or related information technology functions, including familiarity with cybersecurity principles, enterprise technologies, and cloud-based environments.
• Relevant internships, military experience, technical training, industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, Microsoft SC-900, SC-200, SC-300, ISC2 SSCP, ISACA CISA certifications, or equivalent hands-on experience may be considered.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
N/A
Pre-Employment Requirement
Pre-Employment Requirements:

• You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
• North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.
Work Location
Fully On-site (dedicated office at Duty Station)
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Function
Engineering Design and Analysis
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Monitor, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity alerts, incidents, and suspicious activity.
• Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of security technologies, controls, and operational processes across endpoint, identity, cloud, email, and network environments.
• Assist with vulnerability management, access management, risk assessments, security reviews, and cybersecurity projects intended to strengthen the institution's security posture.
• Participate in incident response activities including triage, containment, remediation, documentation, and escalation.

Function
Research
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Research emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices relevant to higher education and enterprise environments.
• Assist with the development, review, and maintenance of security policies, standards, procedures, compliance activities, and operational documentation.
• Support audit activities, third-party security reviews, and evaluation of security technologies and services.

Function
Communication and Consultation
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Collaborate with university departments, technical teams, vendors, and external stakeholders to provide guidance on cybersecurity initiatives, institutional security practices, policies, standards, and risk reduction efforts.
• Support institutional security awareness and phishing education initiatives across the university community.
• Communicate technical security information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences in support of the operational and strategic cybersecurity objectives of the university and the Information Security Office.

Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA03519P
Open Date
05/28/2026
Date desired for closing or initial review
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Date Position Available
Special Instructions to Applicants
For priority consideration, please apply by Sunday June 21, 2026.