IT Security Administrator

About Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC)

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is a nonprofit organization serving children and families across Oregon through early education and family support programs. At OCDC, our work has purpose . Every role contributes to creating stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures for children across Oregon.

Position Summary:

The IT Security Administrator plans, implements, monitors, and improves security protocols, systems, processes, and guardrails that protect the OCDC’s data, network, desktop, mobile, and computer hardware environments. The position applies best practices and knowledge of internal and external security challenges to safeguard systems against breaches, unauthorized access, modifications, disclosure, destruction, or other threats. The IT Security Administrator is responsible for ensuring OCDC has a well-defined security program, protocols, and controls; manages risk assessments and plans; and manages projects from scoping resource requirements to planning, implementation, and change management.

Essential Functions:

- Reviews OCDC’s security systems, network controls, access configurations, and related tools to identify and implement solutions and improvements using security best practices and sound technical judgment.

- Monitors network traffic, endpoint activity, and security software reports for suspicious behavior; investigates issues of diverse scope and recommends appropriate mitigation steps.

- Collaborates with managers, executives, staff, vendors, and other stakeholders on data access needs, mitigating security threats, determining and implementing programming modifications, and educating employees on secure technology practices.

- Develops, updates, implements, and maintains security protocols, network policies, authorization roles, and site-specific controls to support OCDC security requirements.

- Implements plans to safeguard data and systems against accidental or unauthorized access, modification, disclosure, destruction, data loss, or other breach.

- Configures and administers security systems, including firewalls, anti-virus tools, authentication controls, encryption and protocols, monitoring software, and related infrastructure; analyzes requirements and recommends improvements.

- Performs risk assessments, audits, and tests, plus reviews results to identify and contain threats, validate controls, ensure proper functioning of systems and security measures, and support compliance with OCDC standards.

- Develops, maintains, and tests disaster recovery and backup plans and systems to support recovery of data in the event of disaster, security incident, or loss.

- Coordinates and delivers training on IT security protocols, online security services, and secure use of OCDC systems; promotes OCDC-wide security awareness.

- Manages security projects, program elements, or process improvements with manageable risks and resource requirements; provides status updates and escalates issues as needed.

- Responds to security-related questions and concerns, provides customer-focused technical support.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Education and Experience Requirements:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cyber Security, or a related field

- Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience.

(or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Technical & Functional Competencies:

- Thorough understanding of computer-related security systems, including firewalls, anti-virus tools, encryption, password protection, authentication, monitoring software, and site-specific physical access controls.

- Thorough understanding of cybersecurity practices, computer programming concepts, network infrastructure, risk assessment, auditing, and control testing.

- Ability to install, configure, troubleshoot, and monitor security software and systems to identify threats, validate system usage, and recommend improvements.

- Ability to apply best practices and knowledge of internal and external business and security challenges to improve IT security processes, services, and controls.

- Ability to manage key program elements, well-defined functions, and small projects with manageable risks, resource requirements, and moderate organizational impact.

- Working knowledge and ability to operate computers, Microsoft Office Suite/365, security platforms, and related software.

- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret IT-related scientific and technical journals, standards, documentation, and reports.

Other:

- Enrollment in Oregon’s Central Background Registry.

- Ability to pass a sponsored physical examination and communicable disease assessment.

- This position may require driving a personal vehicle, must possess current driver’s license, and auto insurance coverage.

OCDC Core Competencies:

All Staff

- Focus on Children & Families: Operates with the mindset that children and families are our first priority, and that we are all responsible to create a responsive and agile organization.

- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

- Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

- Nimble Learning: Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures to inform learning.

Pay Range:

- The pay range for this position is $68,000.00 - $85,000.00 annually.

- Placement within the range is determined by factors such as relevant experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.

Working Conditions:

- Environment: This position operates in an office environment. There may be frequent interruptions, evening, or weekend work, and working additional hours during peak periods.

- Physical Demands: In the normal workday, there may be continuous sitting with occasional standing and walking. Work may include frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 lbs. For a detailed physical job description, please contact Human Resources.

- Travel: Frequent travel is required throughout the state.

Benefits:

At OCDC, employee wellbeing is a priority and an essential part of supporting our mission and communities. OCDC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, and work–life balance. Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) may receive:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Retirement plan with employer contribution

- Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid leave programs

- Employer paid life and disability coverage, with voluntary options available

- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources

- Optional benefits including pet insurance

Other:

- Successful enrollment in Oregon’s Central Background Registry (CBR) through the OR Dept. of Early Learning and Care.

- Ability to pass a sponsored physical examination and communicable disease assessment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

OCDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

OCDC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation. If you need an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please let us know.