2025-2026 Coordinator II, Information Security na Springfield Public Schools

Job Title                 Coordinator II- Information Security 

Department:          Information Technology 

Pay Grade:             P130

FLSA Status:          Exempt

Reports to:             Manager IV – Infrastructure Support

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for supporting the governance of Springfield Public School/s Information Security policies, standards, and procedures.  This position will collaborate with legal, regulatory, and compliance to assure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the organization’s information assets.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Monitor and analyze security alerts, system logs, and endpoint activity using district adopted security tools for endpoint protection, spam filtering, firewall protection, and security event monitoring.
• Coordinate the district’s response to cyber security incidents following best practices and adopted procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scans to take proactive measures for mitigation of risk.
• Collaborate with Information Technology departments and teams to ensure implementation of best practices related to configuration of information technology systems.
• Stay current on K-12 and cybersecurity industry trends, threats and mitigation strategies to provide timely recommendations to leadership.
• Support the development and maintenance of district adopted security procedures and practices.
• Coordinate data governance activities, such as access reviews and data classification reviews.
• Lead security awareness and training initiatives using district adopted tools for cyber security awareness and phishing simulations.
• Document incident response procedures, runbooks, and investigation outcomes, ensuring comprehensive documentation.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Assurance, IT Audit, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, or related discipline required.
• Equivalent years of job-related experience considered in lieu of this requirement.

Certificates, Licenses and Other Special Requirements

• Security+ or GIAC information security certification or equivalent preferred.
• Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance, the results of which must be satisfactory to the District, required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions.
• Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include current, legacy and next generation firewalls; Multi-factor authentication; VPN administration; data security, project management, processes and methodology. 
• Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions. 
• Skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job, including: utilizing pertinent networks, applications, operating system monitoring and troubleshooting software; adhering to safety practices; planning and managing projects; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions in order to stay current on IT security trends and news.
• Ability to analyze situations to define issues, draw conclusions and create action plans.  
• Ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment.
• Ability to work with others under a wide variety of circumstances; working with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. 
• Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. 
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to apply critical thinking/problem solving to improve work processes.
• Ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality; set priorities; meet deadlines and schedules; work with detailed information; and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to set high expectations for self and others; set and monitor progress toward goals; and utilize and offer effective feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ability to work as part of a team; adapt to changing priorities; and apply logical processes and analytical skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Work environment is primarily inside, where the noise and temperature levels are moderate.
• The work is light work that requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
• Must possess the physical ability to work primarily with fingers, perceive the nature of sounds, make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, substantial movements (motions) with the hands, wrists, and/or fingers, and discern letters or numbers at a given distance. 
• Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, manual dexterity, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.