Network Systems Cybersecurity Administrator

Grand Rapids Public Schools - Grand Rapids, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Grand Rapids, MI

Educational Services

About the position

The Network Systems Cybersecurity Administrator is responsible for leading the design and implementation of cybersecurity policies and systems within Grand Rapids Public Schools. This role involves project management for the deployment of new technologies, ensuring safe operation and alignment with district goals. The administrator will also troubleshoot and maintain hardware and software systems, while providing support and training to staff and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead cybersecurity policy designer and work with other stakeholders to ensure safe implementation and operation of technologies and systems.
• Serve as the lead designer of network and systems and work with other stakeholders to ensure alignment with district needs and goals.
• Serve as the project manager for the deployment of new and upgraded systems and technologies throughout the district.
• Consult with end-users and other stakeholders to determine functional specifications and design, develop, document, and maintain systems to manage the district's master online account structure, policy, and procedures for staff, students, and partners.
• Design, develop, document, create and maintain the district's virtualized network and server systems.
• Design, develop, document, create and maintain the applications and configurations to maintain network security.
• Troubleshoot system hardware, software, and network components and facilitate repairs throughout the district.
• Direct the work of field technicians for system-related implementation and maintenance tasks.
• Design and develop plans and manage the work of subcontractors and their agents in the design, implementation, and repair of district systems.
• Lead district network and systems planning and design to ensure interoperability of systems.
• Provide project plans, task progress, and task completion data prepared in a professional manner to supervisor and support personnel.
• Create and maintain documentation of systems, components, and related outside support facilities.
• Facilitate training regarding new and updated systems or features for MIS team members and customers.
• Maintain logs for and give oral and/or written reports including project plans to supervisor regarding tasks in progress, planned, and completed.
• Maintain inventory and maintenance records of hardware, software, network, and system components.
• Maintain hardware- and software-based solutions to monitor, alert, and report on cybersecurity-based activity and threats.
• Act as the final line of support for all other MIS technicians and others requiring escalation of technical support issues.
• Maintain a high level of technical knowledge and expertise.

Requirements

• Proven experience in cybersecurity policy design and implementation.
• Strong project management skills, particularly in technology deployment.
• Expertise in network and systems design and maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues effectively.
• Experience in managing and directing the work of technical teams and subcontractors.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and training abilities.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in an educational environment or with school district systems.
• Familiarity with virtualized network and server systems.
• Knowledge of current cybersecurity threats and mitigation strategies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as determined by the district.