Information Security Specialist

Job Responsibilities

Maintain Active Directory, user objects, computer objects, OU’s, policies. Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS ), SAML , web Single Sign-on (SSO ), OAuth and related authentication technologies.

Review and interpret identity, access, and audit logs in Microsoft Active Directory to support investigations, access reviews, and policy validation.

Monitor division software and applications process to make sure they all go through TRB Technology Review Board.

Assists with the oversight of Information Systems as related to HIPAA /FERPA compliance and other federal and state regulations concerning protection of patient and other sensitive information.

Requirements

Highly proficient in computer hardware and software troubleshooting and one or more related certifications.

Exercises sound judgment in organizing work, setting and adjusting priorities to balance customer interests, respond to changing needs and expectations, and meet divisional requirements, including working extended hours when necessary.

Demonstrates strong ethical, professional, service-oriented, and interpersonal skills while providing excellent customer service in a positive, solutions-focused manner.

Applies strong problem-solving skills and demonstrates the ability to learn, adapt, and grow within the area of focus.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

• Highly proficient in computer hardware and software troubleshooting and one or more related certifications.
• Exercises sound judgment in organizing work, setting and adjusting priorities to balance customer interests, respond to changing needs and expectations, and meet divisional requirements, including working extended hours when necessary.
• Demonstrates strong ethical, professional, service-oriented, and interpersonal skills while providing excellent customer service in a positive, solutions-focused manner.
• Applies strong problem-solving skills and demonstrates the ability to learn, adapt, and grow within the area of focus.

Benefits

Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!

• 15 paid vacation days
• 15 paid sick days
• 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• An engaging and collaborative environment.

Payscale

Commensurate with experience.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by August 10, 2026.

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