Cybersecurity/IT Lab Assistant

SUMMARY Minimum Salary $52,236.13 Salary offer commensurate with education and related experience.

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview. Position Summary Provides technical and instructional support for academic Cybersecurity and IT labs, maintaining equipment, assisting students and faculty with hands-on learning, and ensuring effective lab operations and student success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee daily cybersecurity lab operations, including equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical support.
• Assist and tutor students in hands-on cybersecurity and IT exercises, troubleshooting, and practical applications.
• Maintain a collaborative, safe, and effective learning environment that supports student engagement and success.
• Supervise student workers, including task assignments, scheduling, and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support instructional activities and enhance cybersecurity programs.
• Assist with campus tours, industry partnerships, recruitment activities, and professional development events.
• Maintain current knowledge of cybersecurity, networking technologies, and industry trends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree in Cybersecurity, Networking, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field with 1 year of work-related experience
• OR
• Industry certification/ micro credential(s) with 3 years of work experience in industry or education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATONS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Experience in an educational or lab environment
• Certification in cybersecurity (e.g., Comp TIA Security+, CEH, CISSP)
• Bilingual – English/Spanish

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proven experience in IT support, cybersecurity, or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to providing high-quality education and support to students

Disclaimer:

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. A full job description will be provided to candidates selected for an interview.

• Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.
• Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with organizational guidelines.
• Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire. Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." Please refer to the NACES® website for further information.
• May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson.
• This position requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

Benefits

Welcome to Alvin, Texas! Located twenty five miles southeast of Houston in northeast Brazoria County, on land originally granted to the Houston Tap and Brazoria Railroad, Alvin is home to 28,377 residents and has much to offer our citizens and visitors alike.The College Alvin College is a public community college in Brazoria County, Texas. We provide educational opportunities in workforce training, academics, technical fields, adult basic education, and personal development. Alvin College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees and certificates. Vision Statement "Alvin College envisions a college that inspires lifelong learning, cultivates innovation, and serves as a vital partner in strengthening the economic and cultural vitality of our region - empowering students and communities to thrive in a rapidly changing world." Mission Statement "Alvin College improves lives by offering affordable, accessible, innovative, high-quality academic, career and technical education to meet the needs of students, workforce and the community.."

Benefits

Alvin College provides comprehensive, competitive, and affordable benefit programs to meet the needs of our employees. The College offers a variety of health insurances, retirement, optional retirement plans, generous paid leave and holidays, wellness leave, an employee assistance program, and more. For most plans there is a 60 day waiting period for enrollment. Feel free to reach out to Human Resources at hr@alvincolleg.edu if you have questions. Please view our Benefits Page for more information and eligibility requirements.