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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S4869P

Home Org Name

Research Security Compliance

Division Name

VP for Research and Economic Dev

Position Title

Cybersecurity Associate

Job Class Code

MA38

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn University’s **Office for the Sr. Vice President of Research and Economic Development** is accepting applications for the position of Cybersecurity Associate. This position is critical in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating information and cybersecurity risks across the University’s network.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Monitor the University’s digital environment and security tools for potential threats or anomalies.

+ Serve as the first responder to high-risk alerts or suspected cyberattacks that may impact business operations.

+ Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess and address cybersecurity incidents.

+ Escalate alerts appropriately based on severity and impact.

+ Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and effective incident response.

Essential Functions

+ Assists in enforcing and auditing information security policies and procedures such as access, breach escalation, use of firewalls, and encryption routines.

+ Assists in updating, maintaining, and documenting security controls. Provides direction and support to clients and internal IT groups for information security-related issues.

+ Performs administration duties of varied server technologies, enterprise systems and peripheral devices, network and security devices, and all desktop computer systems and peripherals within the last five years on market.

+ Assists in performing high-level analysis of complex and disparate computing systems, networks, and data architectures to identify, rectify, and prevent technical and information security vulnerabilities.

+ Performs work on critical automated processes, computer systems, networks, databases, information systems, telecommunication systems, and computer policies, procedures, and practices.

+ Demonstrates high-level technical skills in the areas of information security, networking and computer systems, and excellent capacity for grasping relevant details and complex systems analysis.

+ Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Why Work at Auburn?

+ **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

+ **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

+ **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

+ **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

+ **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree – no specific discipline.

+ 0 years of relevant IT experience in administering security measures to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks.

Or

+ Associate’s degree – no specific discipline.

+ 4 years of relevant IT experience in administering security measures to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks.

Or

+ High school diploma

+ 8 years of relevant IT experience in administering security measures to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyber-attacks.

**Substitution allowed for Education** :

Graduate degrees may be accepted in lieu of experience at a rate of 2 years relevant experience per year of required education.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

+ Knowledge of intermediate troubleshooting, client relations, and cybersecurity principles.

+ Ability to implement a plan to address and mitigate security vulnerabilities.

+ Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

+ Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience.

+ Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze information to identify cybersecurity risks.

+ Strong aptitude for problem-solving in high-pressure situations.

+ Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and monitoring systems.

+ Ability to communicate effectively and escalate issues when necessary.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Degree in IT or related field preferred.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$55,690-$100,250

Job Category

Other

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

11/03/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

provide 3 references

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56663

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents