Information Technology Security Administrator

Job Description:

Information Technology Security Administrator

Description

THE CITY

A CONNECTED, CREATIVE, AND EVOLVING COMMUNITY

The City of Culver City (City) is a dynamic urban community in the heart of Los Angeles County, home to approximately 40,000 residents who enjoy a unique blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. Walkable neighborhoods, historic architecture, and a vibrant downtown make it a sought-after place to live, work, and visit.

The City’s lively center features popular destinations like Culver Steps, Ivy Station, and the historic Culver Hotel, offering dining, shopping, and gathering spaces. As the “Heart of Screenland,” the City hosts major employers such as Sony Pictures Studios, Apple Studios, Tik Tok, Pinterest, and Amazon Studios, supporting a thriving creative economy and small business scene. Residents enjoy abundant parks, bike paths, and the Culver City Arts District, showcasing public art, galleries, and cultural events. With excellent transit connections via the Metro E Line and major freeways, the City offers easy access to the region while maintaining its own distinctive identity.

The Department

The Information Technology Department’s mission is to provide technology services that align with the city’s strategic vision, enhance the productivity of city departments, facilitate collaboration for effective decision making, and enable access to public information to ensure government transparency.

The Information Technology Department is responsible for providing centralized network services, telecommunications, and technology solutions support to all city departments. Information Technology (IT) provides project management, implementation, and programming support for the enhancement of software systems. Additional technical services include desktop support, system analysis, infrastructure security/maintenance, and training. The IT Public Safety Division provides technology support services to the Police and Fire Department. The Graphic Services Division provides custom printing support, fax and copier support and mail services.

THE POSITION

Information Technology Security Administrator

**Applications and Resumes will be accepted until Monday, November 30, 2026**

Under management direction, this unclassified position focuses on cybersecurity risk management and mitigation, serving as a key contact for planning, implementing, and maintaining citywide security compliance strategies and programs. Responsibilities include proactively identifying suspicious activities, protecting digital assets, and working with various security tools such as malware/antivirus software, patch management, vulnerability scanners, intrusion detection and prevention systems, endpoint security, and end-user cybersecurity training. Reporting to the Systems Support Manager, this role may also provide project leadership, guidance, and direction to technical staff.

Essential Job Duties
Recommends, implements, monitors, and evaluates IT security measures that are in compliance with industry standards, security/data privacy legislation, homeland security measures, and city policies and procedures.
Performs routine risk assessments to identify security issues that could result in compromised digital assets. Tracks and reports remediation efforts and resolutions.
Coordinates with the IT Network Team to design and implement high-availability network environment including industry standard data replication and data recovery methods.
Ensures data security protocols that serve to protect against unauthorized access, intrusion, modification or destruction of digital assets.
Develops and implements policies and procedures related to network security, servers and client access, Active Directory, firewalls, VPN, secure remote access, biometrics, internet access, virus protection, security web filtering, and data center physical security and maintenance.
Analyzes security logs and data from computing and network devices to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities. Facilitates penetration testing and monitoring of digital assets.
Monitors mainstream cybersecurity events and alerts management of potential threats. Recommends solutions to further mitigate cybersecurity risk.
Researches information technology trends and recommends security enhancements.
Evaluates, develops, and conducts citywide security awareness training programs and trains city staff on security protocols, policies and procedures.
Documents and updates network data flows and access control procedures.
Develops, tests, evaluates and updates the City’s Disaster Recovery Plan to ensure the restoration of data, network, and communications resources in the event of catastrophic failure or compromised infrastructure.
Coordinates the routine update and testing of the City’s Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan.
Analyzes system outages, alerts, and reports of abnormal system behavior due to suspected security related events. Investigates and coordinates City’s response to cybersecurity incidents.
May work directly with law enforcement and security vendors/consultants to facilitate managing security threats/incidents.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major course work in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

AND

Experience:

Six (6) years of increasingly responsible paid work experience implementing, administering and monitoring IT security solutions and programs in a high availability environment.

OR

Opportunities for Substitution of Education or Experience:

Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to the extent that the experience has prepared the individual to perform the duties of the classification.

The following are desirable :

• A Master’s Degree
• Familiarity with using security monitoring tools and technologies including SIEM, endpoint detection systems (EDR), or vulnerability management tools.
• Foundational awareness of common security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
• Fundamental understanding of network protocols, systems, and security architectures.
• Exposure to incident response, including incident triage, investigation, and coordination.
• Skillful in log analysis and security event correlation.
• Awareness of threat intelligence, attack vectors, and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development and staying current with evolving industry trends and best practices.

License and Certificates:

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver license as required by the position.
  
• Possession of one (1) current, within three (3) years of appointment (hire), industry security certification relevant to the technology installed in the City’s environment or comparable is required.
  
• Possession of two (2) or more current, within three (3) years of appointment (hire), industry security certifications relevant to the technology installed in the City’s environment or comparable are preferred.
  

Work Schedule:
This position works a 9/80 schedule within a 24 hour operating City; therefore, this position may be eligible to receive callback pay when required to respond to work during an emergency.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

Oral Appraisal Interview
Applicants who are deemed most qualified will be invited to an Oral Appraisal Interview, weighted at 100%, tentatively scheduled for the week of December 7, 2026.


Selection Process
The selection process will include the following to determine suitability for the position:

• Selection Interview
• Background Investigation, including Live Scan fingerprinting
• Medical Examination

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice.

Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the referral list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job-related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.

Conditions of Employment:

• Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
• Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
• E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at time of appointment.
  

The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at

(310) 253-5640.

The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision.

This position is represented by Culver City Employees' Association (CCEA).

The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision. For more detailed information regarding the benefits associated with this position please visit the
Culver City Human Resources Department website .

• Refer to the ‘ Employee Benefits ’ page to view the current Benefit Summary Guide.
• Refer to the ‘ Labor and Employee Relations ’ page to view the applicable MOU.

Closing Date/Time: 11/30/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$110,240.00 - $134,576.00 Annually