Cyber Security Engineer

DATE:    April 14, 2026

POSITION:     Cyber Security Engineer

SALARY: (GRADE 76: $4,706.65 monthly – Starting Salary)

DEADLINE DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS:      April 27, 2026

REPORTS TO: Director of Technology

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

We are looking to hire a cyber security engineer with an analytical mind and a detailed understanding of cybersecurity methodologies. Cyber security engineers are expected to have meticulous attention to detail, outstanding problem-solving skills, work comfortably under pressure, and deliver on tight deadlines. In addition, they will assist with the development of cybersecurity/disaster recovery plans, policies, and procedures. The position will be responsible for implementing security protocols, monitoring network acitivity for suspicious behavior, and performing vulnerability assessments.

To ensure success, a cyber security engineer must display an excellent understanding of technology infrastructures using Firewalls, VPN, Data Loss Prevention, IDS/IPS, Web-Proxy, and Security Audits. Top candidates will be comfortable working with a variety of technologies, security problems, and troubleshooting of the network.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Cyber Security, computer science or related qualification.
• 2 years of work experience with incident detection, incident response, and forensics.
• Experience with Firewalls (functionality and maintenance), Office 365 Security, VSX, and Endpoint Security.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, Java, Ruby, Node, Go, and/or Power Shell.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical mind and outstanding problem-solving skills.
• Great awareness of cybersecurity trends and hacking techniques.
• Minimum of 5 years IT-professional experience supporting IT systems and services
• Must have patience with working with users with no technical background
• Excellent customer service skills and helpful attitude
• Experience working in educational IT environment preferred
• Must be willing and able to take on-call shifts, after hours and weekends as needed
• Experienced in making data-driven decisions.
• Established time management skills with the ability to direct multiple projects simultaneously, including scheduling resources and personnel to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, processes, and best practices, including incident detection and response processes.
• Advanced knowledge of computers and related technology devices.
• Advanced knowledge of networking technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of IP-based troubleshooting and administration of both wired and wireless networks. Cable tracing experience and extensive network troubleshooting skill is required.
• Knowledge of physical and software installation and troubleshooting of electronic devices that may be used in administration or school settings.
• Familiar with server management principles.
• Administration of identity access management, cloud services, including user administration and SSO.
• General understanding of firewall administration and configurations.
• Knowledge of the operation and uses of standard test equipment.
• Must have an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, Windows and Apple operating system environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with emphasis in customer service, including experience handling difficult customers and conflict resolution.
• Ability to identify issues that impact end users and follow through on resolving problems.
• Knowledge of security and privacy regulations that govern education including FERPA, COPPA, CIPA, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and upgrading security measures for the protection of the organization's data, systems, and networks.
• Troubleshooting security and network problems.
• Responding to all system and/or network security breaches.
• Ensuring that the organization's data and infrastructure are protected by enabling the appropriate security controls.
• Participating in the change management process.
• Testing and identifying network and system vulnerabilities.
• Daily administrative tasks, reporting, and communication with the relevant departments in the organization.
• Work to promote excellence.
• Experience working with network architecture and client server technology.
• Assist in planning, leading, and overseeing district wide projects.
• Developing and maintaining Cybersecurity Response and Protocol (CRP) playbook.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires the frequent exertion of up to 50 pounds of force.
• Regularly requires standing, walking, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel, climbing or balancing and reaching with hands and arms
• Frequently requires pushing or pulling and lifting
• Occasionally requires sitting and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Requires ability to adjust focus, depth perception and color perception.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by use of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data.
• Requires visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts.
• Requires use of measuring devices
• May require assembly or fabrication of parts within arm’s length
• Must be able to operate machines, motor vehicles or equipment.
• Frequently requires working in high, precarious places.
• May be exposed to the risk of electrical shock.
• Occasionally requires exposure to fumes, airborne particles and/or to outdoor weather conditions.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic), with onsite work at construction sites.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid NC Driver's License

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. 

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

1. The stated deadline will be strictly adhered to. All applications must be on-line with the Public Schools of Robeson County Website by 5:00 p.m. on the stated deadline date in order to be considered for the position.
   
   
2. New Applicants: Must submit an on-line application at:  https://robeson.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
   Active Applicants: Must apply for this specific job opening at: https://robeson.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
   Current Employees:Must submit a letter of interest and/or resume for this specific job opening.
   Public Schools of Robeson County
   Attn: Courtney Sutton, Director of Classified Personnel
   Human Resources Department
   Email Address: Courtney.sutton@robeson.k12.nc.us
   Telephone Number: (910) 671-6000

3. Selection Process: All applications received for this position will be reviewed by the Director of Technology and the Human Resources Department. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview. All applications will be retained on an active status for a period of one (1) year.

The Board of Education for the Public Schools of Robeson County is an equal opportunity employer