Description

Please apply by 5/15/2026

IT Security Specialist II - 10914

Overview

The IT Security Specialist II role protects the City of Corpus Christi's digital assets by continuously monitoring security alerts, identifying vulnerabilities, and assisting threat mitigation. As part of a 24/7 security team, this role will analyze logs and incidents to detect unauthorized access and cyber threats, requiring shift work - including nights/weekends. This role assesses security alerts from intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and endpoint protection tools, and determines appropriate response.

Responsibilities

Responsible for safeguarding the City's information systems by executing and enhancing security operations, monitoring, and incident response activities

Perform analysis of security events and supports the implementation of security controls

Contribute to the ongoing improvement of the organization's cyber security posture

Works closely with IT teams and management to identify vulnerabilities

Mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements

Strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to independently manage moderately complex security tasks while escalating advanced issues as needed

Responsible for continuously monitoring the City's security infrastructure to identify, analyze, and escalate potential threats in a timely and accurate manner

Review alerts generated by network monitoring tools, endpoint protection, and other security tools, and ensure that incidents are promptly responded to

Proactively review monitoring systems and recommends improvements to reduce false positives, enhance detection capabilities, and maintain visibility across critical assets

Detect threats and contribute to the overall resilience of the City's security operations

Perform other duties as needed

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

Exempt – Full-Time – Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Must be available to work additional hours as needed

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree (AA/AS); or 2 year technical certificate

Four (4) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring

Must Pass Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) Background Check