Position Information

Functional TitleJr. IT Analyst - Cyber Security

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryInformation Technology

GradeIT.13

FLSA StatusNon-Exempt

Requisition Number26-0209

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelNon-Management

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Organization NameDepartment Office

Reports toDeputy Director, Cyber Security Services

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryRegular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday (8 Hours/Day) Oncall required

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

This is a non-merit, employment-at-will contract position.

TheJunior IT Analyst - Cyber Securitywill support the Commission's Cyber Security Program by supporting daily cyber security operations and monitoring for attacks, intrusions, and unusual, unauthorized, or illegal activity. They will play a crucial role in helping WSSC Water protect its digital assets and mitigate cyber risks.

The Junior IT Analyst, Cyber Security uses data collected from various cyber defense tools (e.g., IDS alerts, firewalls, network traffic logs) to analyze events that occur within their environments to mitigate threats.

Essential Functions

Work closely with Deputy Director, Cyber Security Services and the team; coordinate with enterprise-wide cyber defense staff to validate network alerts

Conduct research, analysis, and define correlations across a wide variety of source datasets (indications and warnings)

Assist in vulnerability assessments, security audits, and the implementation of security controls through report generation, analysis, and outreach to IT stakeholders

Monitor computer networks and systems for threats and security breaches

Test systems for potential vulnerabilities

Assist in report generation, KPIs and monitor changes, as well as reports to stakeholders

Supports information security awareness through developing training materials, facilitating orientations, and drafting written communications

Assist in incident response activities

Attend cyber security webinars, workshops, and training

Other Functions

Participate in the overall cyber security services program development in identifying, protecting, detecting, responding, and recovering activities

Perform related duties as required

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Business casual office environment

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of information security technology, administration, and operating standards

Ability to quickly learn and operate tools in the technology stack for security

Knowledge of IT security standards & procedures development

Basic understanding of LAN / WAN , Active Directory/Azure, Microsoft M365, and security operations platform

Knowledge of external/internal attack and penetration assessments

Knowledge of information security industry best practices

General knowledge of cloud, wireless network, and mobile security

Basic understanding of network security procedures and troubleshooting various levels of technical data

Good analytical, problem-solving, process facilitation, and organizational skills

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science/ Cyber Security or a related field required (A degree is not required at the time of application but must be obtained by the date of hire)
OR

High school diploma or equivalent

4+ years' hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations

Additional Requirements

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Preferences

1+ years of security operations experience or 15 weeks of cyber experience in an internship program

"Security+(Plus)" or similar studies and/or certificate(s)

CEH and/or GIAC certification

1+ years of hands-on experience in design/development

Demonstrated expertise gained through relevant internships, coursework, or work projects that highlight your skills

Ability to work well with people from different disciplines with varying degrees of technical knowledge and experience

Ability to prioritize different activities / assigned initiatives and complete within resource constraints

Ability to conduct application demonstrations for end-user community

Experience working with water/wastewater utility operational systems

Salary$86,891 - $147,950

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date05/06/2026

Open Until FilledNo

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status

Yes

No

Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran

Yes

No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC)

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