City of Cleveland is hiring: Cybersecurity Specialist in Frankfort
City of Cleveland, Frankfort, KY, United States
Cybersecurity Specialist
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and proactive professional to fill a hybrid role that combines cybersecurity expertise with Azure cloud administration. The ideal candidate will safeguard our digital assets while ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of our Azure cloud infrastructure. This position requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, cloud architecture, and hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure services. Cybersecurity Analyst Duties
Monitor and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats across the organization. Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration testing. Implement and manage endpoint protection, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems. Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure secure software development and deployment. Maintain compliance with relevant frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR). Provide security awareness training to staff. Monitor and analyze logs from firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and other security tools to detect anomalies. Investigate and remediate security breaches and incidents, including root cause analysis and reporting. Manage identity and access management (IAM) policies across systems and cloud platforms. Coordinate with third‑party vendors and auditors for security assessments and compliance reviews. Maintain and update incident response plans and playbooks. Track emerging threats and vulnerabilities and recommend proactive mitigation strategies. Conduct risk assessments for new technologies, vendors, and business initiatives. Support data loss prevention (DLP) strategies and encryption implementations. Assist in forensic investigations and evidence collection when necessary. Azure Cloud Duties
Manage and maintain Azure resources including VMs, storage accounts, networking, and identity services. Implement and monitor Azure security controls such as role‑based access control (RBAC), Sentinel and Defender for Cloud. Automate cloud operations using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or ARM templates. Optimize cloud performance, cost, and scalability. Ensure backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans are in place and tested. Support hybrid cloud integrations and migrations. Design and implement secure cloud architectures aligned with business and security requirements. Manage Entra ID, including conditional access policies and identity protection. Configure and maintain Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights for performance and security monitoring. Implement and manage Azure Policy to enforce governance and compliance. Support integration of on‑premises infrastructure with Azure using VPNs, ExpressRoute, and hybrid identity solutions. Manage patching and updates for Intune‑hosted systems using Windows Update for Business. Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure secure deployment pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC). Maintain documentation for cloud configurations, procedures, and disaster recovery plans. Participate in capacity planning and cost optimization efforts using Azure Cost Management tools. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties performed. Other duties may be assigned. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity and cloud administration. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure services and architecture. Familiarity with SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection platforms. Experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, etc.). Understanding of networking protocols, firewalls, and VPNs. Relevant certifications such as AZ‑104, AZ‑500, Security+, CISSP, or CEH are a plus. Preferred Skills
Experience with Microsoft 365 security and compliance tools. Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Physical Requirements
This position is sedentary and may require long periods of sitting. Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Court Expectations of Employee
In accomplishing the responsibilities of this position, the Court expects the employee will adhere to its mission, values, policies and procedures and will model high ethical conduct on and off the job, exhibiting a respectful professional demeanor toward Court employees and members of the public. Employment Details
This is a full‑time (40 hours per week) direct hire position with the Cleveland Municipal Court. There is no remote work from home option. The Cleveland Municipal Court offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including cost‑effective health, dental, and vision plans, paid sick and vacation leave, twelve paid holidays, and participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
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Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and proactive professional to fill a hybrid role that combines cybersecurity expertise with Azure cloud administration. The ideal candidate will safeguard our digital assets while ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of our Azure cloud infrastructure. This position requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, cloud architecture, and hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure services. Cybersecurity Analyst Duties
Monitor and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats across the organization. Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and penetration testing. Implement and manage endpoint protection, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems. Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure secure software development and deployment. Maintain compliance with relevant frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR). Provide security awareness training to staff. Monitor and analyze logs from firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and other security tools to detect anomalies. Investigate and remediate security breaches and incidents, including root cause analysis and reporting. Manage identity and access management (IAM) policies across systems and cloud platforms. Coordinate with third‑party vendors and auditors for security assessments and compliance reviews. Maintain and update incident response plans and playbooks. Track emerging threats and vulnerabilities and recommend proactive mitigation strategies. Conduct risk assessments for new technologies, vendors, and business initiatives. Support data loss prevention (DLP) strategies and encryption implementations. Assist in forensic investigations and evidence collection when necessary. Azure Cloud Duties
Manage and maintain Azure resources including VMs, storage accounts, networking, and identity services. Implement and monitor Azure security controls such as role‑based access control (RBAC), Sentinel and Defender for Cloud. Automate cloud operations using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or ARM templates. Optimize cloud performance, cost, and scalability. Ensure backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans are in place and tested. Support hybrid cloud integrations and migrations. Design and implement secure cloud architectures aligned with business and security requirements. Manage Entra ID, including conditional access policies and identity protection. Configure and maintain Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights for performance and security monitoring. Implement and manage Azure Policy to enforce governance and compliance. Support integration of on‑premises infrastructure with Azure using VPNs, ExpressRoute, and hybrid identity solutions. Manage patching and updates for Intune‑hosted systems using Windows Update for Business. Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure secure deployment pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC). Maintain documentation for cloud configurations, procedures, and disaster recovery plans. Participate in capacity planning and cost optimization efforts using Azure Cost Management tools. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties performed. Other duties may be assigned. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity and cloud administration. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure services and architecture. Familiarity with SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection platforms. Experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, etc.). Understanding of networking protocols, firewalls, and VPNs. Relevant certifications such as AZ‑104, AZ‑500, Security+, CISSP, or CEH are a plus. Preferred Skills
Experience with Microsoft 365 security and compliance tools. Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Physical Requirements
This position is sedentary and may require long periods of sitting. Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Court Expectations of Employee
In accomplishing the responsibilities of this position, the Court expects the employee will adhere to its mission, values, policies and procedures and will model high ethical conduct on and off the job, exhibiting a respectful professional demeanor toward Court employees and members of the public. Employment Details
This is a full‑time (40 hours per week) direct hire position with the Cleveland Municipal Court. There is no remote work from home option. The Cleveland Municipal Court offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including cost‑effective health, dental, and vision plans, paid sick and vacation leave, twelve paid holidays, and participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
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