Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Description:

Cybersecurity Analyst

Description

Cybersecurity Analyst (Information Technology)

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Monday, July 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Pay & Benefits

• $115,319.78 - $154,530.48 Annually DOQ
• Benefits
• Medical Insurance options include HMO, PPO, HSA
• Dental and Vision Insurance Paid
• Vacation & Holiday Compensation
• Deferred Compensation
• CalPERS Retirement
• Tuition Reimbursement & Bilingual Pay
• Hybrid Schedule

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Technology for the City of Ventura!

The City of Ventura is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard and secure its vital information systems and infrastructure.

A New Opportunity and what you’ll do...

Join our team as a Cyber Security Analyst and help advance the City’s investment in modern security operations and cutting-edge cyber tools to protect critical systems and infrastructure. In this position, you’ll play a critical role in protecting the City’s data, systems, and services by proactively identifying risks, responding to cybersecurity incidents, and driving security improvements across networks and infrastructure. You’ll lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of security policies, processes, and procedures to ensure the integrity of our information systems. Your work will include continuously evaluating external threats, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring timely detection and response to system failures, malicious activity, and other cybersecurity threats-helping to ensure the continuity of the essential services our community depends on.

This position may require working occasional nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Key responsibilities include managing network security devices, encryption systems, and key management processes, as well as overseeing incident monitoring, security audits, and disaster recovery planning. You’ll coordinate emergency operations, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and lead cybersecurity initiatives through project management, staff training, and organization-wide awareness programs. As the primary liaison with external cybersecurity partners, you’ll also prepare security reports and regularly evaluate the City’s compliance posture to maintain a proactive and resilient security program.

What We’re Looking For

• Analytical Thinkers: Use of strong analytical skills, experience, and sound judgment to assess complex security issues and make informed decisions.
• Flexibility: Ability to easily shift priorities in a dynamic work environment, adapting to changing needs day-to-day or even hour-to-hour
• Collaborative: Work effectively with others to contribute to coordinated efforts across departments and teams.
• Effective Communicators: Explain technical cybersecurity concepts in a clear and understandable manner to non-technical audiences.

Why Choose Us?

• Make an Impact: Apply your cybersecurity expertise to protect the City’s critical infrastructure and vital services.
• Diverse Challenges: Work across multi-location, multi-platform environments, addressing real-time threats, incident response, and emerging security risks.
• Innovative Solutions: Implement cutting-edge security measures and contribute to evolving cybersecurity strategies.
• Collaborative Environment: Partner with teams across departments and stakeholders on high-impact projects that serve the community.
• Professional Growth: Grow your skills in a fast-paced environment that values adaptability, continuous learning, and career development.

Experience and Qualifications for Success!

A combination of experience, training and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in computer science or a closely related field; and five years of increasingly responsible experience in network security, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, authentication systems, log management, and content filtering.

Experience in a medium-sized organization (100-999 employees) with multiple departments and a CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certification and/or other similar security-related certifications, as determined by the department, are highly desirable.

LICENSE

License: Possession of, or ability to obtain, and maintain a valid California Driver License.

As a condition of employment, selected candidate may be required to undergo and successfully complete an extensive post-offer Police Department background investigation, including Live Scan fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the candidate from City employment.)

Learn More - Essential Information

For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at City of Ventura Jobs or by viewing here Cyber Security Analyst .

Apply Now!

Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs .

• It is important that your city job application describe all relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs, and cover letters may be attached to your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.
• After you apply, all future correspondence from the city will be via E-Mail. Please check your messages regularly and keep your contact information up to date using your on-line application.

Start Your Journey... Follow the Process

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Monday, July 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

• All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed, and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training, and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline.

• A select number of candidates will be invited to a qualifying panel interview process. Select candidates will be notified of specifics after the examination process has been completed. Initial panel interviews may be conducted via video teleconference. Selected applicants will be notified of specifics at the appropriate time.

The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.

The Hiring Process

To learn about our hiring process, visit our City’s Career Page - Hiring Process page for a detailed overview.

If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact any of the Human Resources Recruitment Team at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

Salary:

$115,319.78 - 154,530.48 Annually