Information Technology Security Administrator - Police Department

Information Technology Security Administrator - Police Department

Salary

$78,489.03 - $125,582.45 Annually

Location

North Port, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

202600122

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

09/02/2026

Closing Date

9/16/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

General Description

The Information Technology Security Administrator is a hands-on role that requires a high level of technical expertise. Responsible for the strategy, design, specification and implementation of the Information Security Program and associated policies. Provides guidance and oversight of operational and system security controls. Provides direction and coordination to the Police Department and IT staff for security incidents. Performs risk management functions including risk assessment, identification of mitigation and remediation requirements. Provides oversight of security issues resolution including tracking and escalations. Assists with the coordination and management of security awareness training, business continuity and disaster recovery plans. Provides direction and oversight of the Incident Response processes. Works directly with IT and Police Department staff to identify opportunities for improved security tools and processes.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs system security administration on designated technology platforms, including operating systems, applications, and network security devices, in accordance with the defined policies, standards and procedures of the organization, as well as with industry best practices and vendor guidelines.
• Defines, implements, and maintains information security policies including ongoing improvements and processes for exceptions and/or non-compliance.
• Designs and implements a risk assessment strategy to include identification, mitigation options, remediation requirements, tracking and management reporting.
• Performs threat and vulnerability assessments, in some cases followed by appropriate remedial action, to ensure that systems are protected from known and potential threats and are free from known vulnerabilities.
• Responds to and reports unresolved network security exposures, misuse of resources or noncompliance situations using defined escalation processes.
• Develops and maintains documentation for security systems and procedures
• Researches, designs, recommends, evaluates, and implements cybersecurity solutions that identify and/or protect against potential threats.
• Develops, reviews, implements, and maintains a security awareness program to mitigate human risks present in the City's extant operating environment.
• Works with IT and Police Department to ensure accountability for their controls and understanding of their responsibilities for risk mitigation and remediation as well as compliance to security policies.
• Focuses on process improvement to manage risk, proactively prevent problems, and identify opportunities for efficiencies and automation.
• Ensures employees and third parties understand, acknowledge, and fulfill all applicable information security policies.
• Investigates and resolves security violations by providing postmortem analysis to illuminate the issues and possible solutions
• Participates in infrastructure projects to develop, plan, and implement specifications for network and distributed system security technologies in support of key information systems.
• Implements or coordinates remediation required by audits, and document exceptions as necessary.
• Recommends, schedules and/or applies fixes, security patches and any other measures required in the event of a security breach.
• Assists with system and application vulnerability and penetration testing.
• Monitors security vulnerability information from vendors and third parties.
• Develops and oversees the risk register and tracking of open issues requiring remediation.
• Participates in cybersecurity working groups.
• Serves as subject matter expert regarding information security protocols, methodologies, risk management and effective control solutions.
• Works with IT and internal and external business partners to ensure that security is factored in the evaluation, selection, installation and configuration process of hardware and software.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of Information Security programs including, but not limited to, program development, policy management, audit reviews, risk assessment, awareness and training, identity and access management, data protections, secure SDLC, incident management, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, third-party assessment, security configurations and patch management.
• Experience in developing, documenting, and maintaining security procedures.
• Knowledge of risk management concepts and solid understanding of IT general control and information security principles.
• Solid understanding of industry-recognized compliance/risk frameworks such as NIST 800-53, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), ISO 27001, CIS Top 20 Controls, and OWASP.
• Proven ability to work under stress in emergencies, with the flexibility to handle multiple high-pressure situations simultaneously.
• Ability to work well under minimal supervision.
• Strong team-oriented interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with a broad range of people and roles, including vendors and IT-business personnel.
• An ability to communicate complex and technical issues to diverse audiences, orally and in writing, in an easily understood, authoritative and actionable manner.
• Strong customer/client focus, with the ability to manage expectations appropriately, provide a superior customer/client experience and build long-term relationships.
• Self-motivated and possessing a high sense of urgency and personal integrity.
• Technical expertise in network security knowledge, to include VPN, routers, firewall, network monitoring, intrusion detection, web server security and wireless security, cloud, OT, the Internet of Things (IoT), and associated network protocols and concepts.
• Practical experience with database security, content filtering, vulnerability scanning and anti-malware.
• Proficiency with at least one scripting language (e.g., Perl, Python and PowerShell).
• Strong knowledge of common vulnerabilities and exploitation techniques.
• Direct, hands-on experience or a strong working knowledge of vulnerability management tools.
• Direct, hands-on experience or strong working knowledge of managing security infrastructure - e.g., firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPSs), web application firewalls (WAFs), endpoint protection, SIEM and log management technology.

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of IT or network security experience
• Bachelors degree in information systems, computer science, or equivalent work experience

(A comparable amount of relevant training, education and/or experience may be substituted for the above qualifications.)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified in Risk and Information Security (CRISC), or other security certification preferred

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Florida driver's license by date of hire.

• Will be required to submit to a State and National Criminal Background Investigation.

Emergency Response Responsibility

Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the employees official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.

Veterans Preference Statement

The City of North Port, FL is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans' Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.

All benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days.

Aetna - Health Insurance

The City offers eligible employees the choice of 2 Open Access In Network plans and 1 Open Access PPO Plan. Premiums and co-pays are dependent upon your plan choice.

Cigna Dental- Dental Insurance

The Citys dental plan is a PPO plan providing eligible employees with in network or out of network options. You are entitled to two (2) preventive care treatments per calendar year (6 months apart). There is a $1,500 lifetime maximum for Orthodontia (children up to age 19). Premiums will depend on which tier you choose.

EyeMed Vision Care - Vision Insurance

The Citys vision plan allows eligible employees to stay in network or go out of network. Your co-pays will vary depending on the network you use. You are entitled to an exam, frames and lenses once every 12 months.

Cigna Life - Life, Voluntary Life, Dependent Life Insurance

The City offers eligible employees a basic term life insurance benefit equal to their annual salary up to a $75,000 maximum at no charge. You can purchase additional voluntary life insurance for yourself and your dependents.

Cigna - Short Term Disability

The City provides short term disability coverage to all eligible employees at no cost to the employee. This coverage is used in the event of an accident or illness outside of work. The plan pays 66.67% of your weekly salary up to a maximum of $1,000. Benefits begin on the 31st day of your disability. The City offers a buy-up to the Short Term Disability Benefit with a 7 day wait period.

E-Flex - Flexible Spending Account

A flexible spending account helps you pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, eye care, daycare and other expenses, with tax deferred money deducted from your paycheck each payroll. The maximum annual election is $2,500.00. Over-the-counter medications must be accompanied by a doctors prescription although other medical supplies will still be eligible for reimbursement. This is a voluntary benefit.

Trustmark- Supplemental Polices

Trustmark Insurance Company offers voluntary supplemental Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident and Universal Life policies which are paid for by the employee.

LifeLock Benefit Solutions

Protect your personal information and defend against attacks with 24/7, proactive identity theft protection from LifeLock. This is an employee paid voluntary program.

ICMA-RC - Deferred Compensation Plans

The City offers eligible employees the opportunity to enroll in a deferred retirement plan. The money that is deducted from your paycheck each payroll is put into this account and is tax deferred at the end of the year. One-on-one meetings with each company are held quarterly so employees can speak with the representative confidentially on preparing for their retirement. This is a voluntary program.

Florida Retirement System - FRS

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Florida Retirement System with an 8 year vesting period. Employees contribute 3% of their gross earnings per payroll which is subject to change with the IRS.

Cigna - Employee Assistance Program

The City offers this program to all employees. This is a confidential counseling program for employees and their families. The City pays for 3 visits and if you choose to continue, you would use the specialist co-pay on your insurance plan. Counseling can include stress, alcoholism, family problems, marriage difficulties, financial trouble, depression, work/life and more.

VPI - Veterinary Pet Insurance

The City offers Pet Insurance as a voluntary benefit. This benefit is not payroll deducted.

Florida Prepaid College Board

Employees are eligible to enroll in college savings programs as well as 529 plans.

Educational Assistance Program

Employees are eligible for job-related or degree required educational assistance reimbursement up to $2,500 per fiscal year (subject to the availability of funds).

Paid Holidays

The City observes 13 paid holidays per year.

Sick Leave and Annual Leave

Full time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month starting on the first day of employment. Accruals and usage will appear on your pay stub each payroll. Full time employees accrue annual leave (vacation) bi-weekly, based on years of service.

Sick Leave Incentive

Employees receive an incentive of up to four (4) days per calendar year for every 250 hours remaining in their sick leave bank. Sick leave incentive days cannot be carried over to the next year.

Personal Leave

Employees are eligible for a maximum of two (2) personal leave days per calendar year when they have accrued 96 or sick more hours. This leave is approved by the department director through the department leave approval process.

Bereavement Leave

Employees are entitled to five (5) days of bereavement leave in the event of the death of an immediate family member. Employees should check the personnel policy or union contracts, whichever is applicable, for the definition of an "immediate family member".

Employer City of North Port

Address 4970 City Hall Blvd

North Port, Florida, 34286

Phone (941) 429-7200

Website http://www.northportfl.gov