Information Security Professional II

University Operations:

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The Opportunity:

University Operations is seeking to hire an Information Security Professional II. This role will support and strengthen the institution's cybersecurity and compliance program. This position plays a critical role in safeguarding university information assets by assessing risk, monitoring compliance, managing vendor risk reviews, conducting security assessments, and promoting information security best practices across the organization. The successful candidate will collaborate with departments, business units, and technology partners to identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risks, and enhance the University's overall security posture.

Responsibilities:

- Monitor compliance with university information security policies, standards, regulatory requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable laws.
- Develop, maintain, and promote information security policies, standards, guidelines, and best practices.
- Manage and administer the University's Vendor Risk Management (VRM) program, including conducting vendor security reviews and assessments.
- Partner with colleges, departments, and business units to evaluate security and compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.
- Perform risk assessments, compliance reviews, vulnerability analyses, and security evaluations of existing and proposed technology solutions.
- Analyze security findings and communicate recommendations to stakeholders to improve security posture and reduce risk.
- Track remediation activities and verify implementation of required security patches, configurations, and corrective actions.
- Monitor vulnerability scans, security assessments, system configurations, and relevant security information to identify potential risks.
- Coordinate and track mitigation and remediation efforts across technical and business teams.
- Utilize automated and manual assessment techniques to identify, validate, and evaluate security vulnerabilities.
- Research emerging cybersecurity threats, tools, and industry best practices to strengthen the University's security program.
- Conduct compliance activities and security reviews to ensure adherence to established security objectives and standards.
- Promote a culture of security awareness while maintaining productive partnerships and delivering exceptional customer service.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6) .

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience managing or participating in Vendor Risk Management (VRM) programs.
- Experience conducting security assessments, vulnerability reviews, and compliance audits.
- Knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, FERPA, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS.
- Experience working within higher education, government, or large complex organizations.
- Professional certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or related credentials.
- Experience with vulnerability management and security monitoring tools.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $64,518 - $80,000. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

This role requires the successful candidate to work on-site at UCF as their primary work location. On-site presence is an essential function of this role.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

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Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

- Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
- Retirement savings options
- Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
- Education assistance
- And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide (https://hr.ucf.edu/current-employees/benefits/) .

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department
UCF IT Information Security Office

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Type of Appointment
Regular

Expected Salary
$64,518.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date
10-21-2026-12-00-AM
The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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