IT Security Analyst (3138)

IT Security Analyst (3138) Natick Public Schools Central Office - Natick, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in

Natick Public Schools Job Details Job ID:

5652658

Application Deadline:

Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026 Job Description The Town of Natick & Natick Public Schools Seeks an IT Security Analyst Anticipated opening July 1, 2026 We invite you to explore a career with the Town of Natick and the Natick Public Schools. The Natick Public Schools educate approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22. We are an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district whose outstanding staff provides high-quality services for our diverse students and their families from Natick and Boston. Natick Public Schools is a community dedicated to all students achieving high standards in a safe, trusting, respectful environment where learning is exciting, dynamic, and engaging, and where connectedness and belonging are valued and actively cultivated. We are home to families that speak almost 60 different languages and our student population is approximately 29% Students of Color and 71% White students. With a graduation rate of 97% and 90% of our students attending post-secondary schools, we are proud of our commitment to excellence in educating students to be informed and successful citizens of a global world. We enthusiastically welcome educators to our district who seek and thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on the whole child in a strengths-based approach. Please partner with us in our mission to support the diversity of our school community, promote and deliver equitable practices for all of our staff, students, and families, and create meaningful connections that enable everyone to feel included and thrive. Job Title IT Security Analyst Location Central Office Reports To Chief Technology Officer (Town and School) Work days/FTE 12 Months/1.0 FTE Salary $120,000 - $135,000 per year Benefits Eligible? Yes

JOB GOAL

The IT Security Analyst is a hands-on role, responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the town and the school district's physical campuses and digital infrastructure. This position bridges the gap between physical security and cybersecurity to safeguard students, staff, and assets. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in IT operations within an educational or public sector setting and be able to conduct threat assessments, incident response, and implement risk mitigation solutions in both physical and digital environments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT operations and/or a security-related role (physical and/or cyber). Knowledge of various security frameworks (ie: CIS Critical Security Controls, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, etc.), incident response procedures, and physical security technologies. Familiarity with K-12 education compliance and regulatory requirements. Familiarity with Municipal departments and operations (Police (CJIS), Fire, Libraries, etc) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Must pass a comprehensive background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, Security+, CEH, CPP (ASIS), or similar. Experience in a K-12 or public education and/or municipal environment. Experience working with vendors and managing security projects. Knowledge of Massachusetts data privacy laws, student data privacy laws, and school safety procedures.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Phone, intercom, personal computer and software applications as outlined above, scanner, copy machine, calculator, camera, printers, and fax machine.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

(not limited to)

Cybersecurity:

Proactively audit the town and school networks, systems, and devices to evaluate our controls and ability to respond to cyber threats. Research and collaborate with Town and School IT on cybersecurity best practices, including endpoint protection, patch management, firewall configurations, and secure access controls. Perform regular vulnerability scans, risk assessments, and penetration testing. Investigate security incidents and provide detailed reports and remediation strategies. Work with Town and School IT to ensure secure deployment of new technologies. Provide cybersecurity awareness training and promote the use of approved tools to all employees, faculty, and staff. Conduct regular proactive phishing campaigns to identify additional employee training needs. Ensure compliance with FERPA, CIPA, and other relevant laws and policies related to student data privacy. Establish a standardized data privacy agreement for municipalities in collaboration with local communities and incorporate it into our own town's IT procurement process.

Physical Security:

Evaluate, implement, maintain, and document physical security systems such as access control, video surveillance (CCTV), alarms, paging, radios, and visitor management systems. Conduct regular audits and risk assessments of physical facilities to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities. Collaborate with local law enforcement, emergency management, and school resource officers for coordinated safety planning. Assist with the development and maintenance of emergency response procedures, lockdown drills, and crisis management plans. Support the installation and maintenance of security systems and hardware across the town and schools. Assist in incident investigations involving physical breaches or threats.

General:

Work on and manage special projects as assigned by the Chief Technology Officer. Remain current on industry trends in information technology, investigate new technologies, and make recommendations to the Chief Technology Officer. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned. Any other relative duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily, and, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Perform work in an office environment and/or school/public municipal setting (ie: public saftey, library, community center). Occasional travel between school and town sites is required. Must be available for emergency response during security incidents. Move about the classroom, school, school grounds, office, and/or off-site locations. On some occasions, it may be necessary to move quickly across even or uneven surfaces; Remain in a stationary position for periods of time; Operate a computer and other school/office productivity machinery (i.e., iPad, copy machine, computer printer, assistive technology, etc.); Read material from a computer monitor as well as handwritten or printed matter with or without visual aids; Position oneself to maintain files and access school/classroom/office materials; Communicate with others so that information received and given is understood and accurately communicated; Communicate and collaborate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members in person, via video conference, on the telephone, and/or in writing; Observe details at close range In the school setting, ensure the safety of students Multitask and meet multiple demands from several people; Lifting up to and including 25 lbs Tolerate the noise level in the work environment from moderate to loud.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application Rating of education and experience Oral interviews Reference check Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles required Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints. The Town of Natick and the Natick Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, physical and intellectual differences, immigration status, homeless status, or any other class protected by law.

Date Updated:

4/13/2026

Position Type:

Full-Time Salary:

$120,000 to $135,000

Per Year Job Categories:

Administration > Technology Job Requirements At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Jennifer Hemenway 13 E. Central Street Natick, Massachusetts 01760

Phone:

508-647-6502

Email:

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