Cyber Security Specialist

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required in a Computer Science or Cybersecurity field of study.
• 5+ years of cybersecurity, information security, risk management, compliance, or related experience.
• Experience working within a cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance function.
• Experience working with cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
• Understanding of security control frameworks and regulatory requirements.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting K-12, higher education, government, or public sector organizations.
• Experience with vendor risk management and third-party security reviews.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence, governance, compliance, or risk management.
• Experience supporting audit activities and compliance programs.

One or more of the following:

• CISSP
• CISM
• CRISC
• CGRC (formerly CAP)
• Security+
• GSEC
• CISA

Job Description

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to support the development, implementation, and oversight of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance initiatives within an education-focused organization. This individual will work closely with cybersecurity leadership to ensure adherence to state and federal cybersecurity requirements, support risk management activities, and assist in the implementation of cybersecurity frameworks including the Texas Cybersecurity Framework, NIST, and emerging AI governance requirements. This position serves as a critical resource for cybersecurity program maturity, compliance initiatives, policy development, vendor risk assessments, and communication between technical teams and executive leadership. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, experience with cybersecurity frameworks, and the ability to translate technical concepts into business-focused recommendations. This role offers a growth path toward senior cybersecurity leadership with the growing need for cyber compliance in the industry.