Montana State University
Bozeman, MT, USA
IT Security Architect
Montana State University
Position Information
Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 26187
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
John Williams john.williams25@montana.edu 406-994-7841
Classification Title: Net Sys/Comm Analyst III
Working Title: IT Security Architect
Brief Position Overview
The Security Architect will lead efforts to coordinate the development, documentation, and implementation of initiatives to improve the security of MSU’s IT environment. The primary responsibilities of this position are to, using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) as a guide, assess the security posture of MSU’s four-campus IT environment and coordinate initiatives to identify, document, and implement standards to improve the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of MSU’s IT resources.
Under the supervision of the Chief Information Security Officer, this full-time position works closely with the technical and administrative staff throughout the four MSU campuses and the IT Community to maintain and improve the security of MSU’s data and IT resources.
Position Number: 4M1266
Department: UIT Information Security Group
Division: VP for Information Technology
Appointment Type: Classified
Contract Term: Fiscal Year
Semester:
If other, specify From date:
If other, specify End date:
FLSA: Exempt
Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE
FTE: 1.0
Benefits Eligible: Eligible
Salary: Salary range of $40.032 to $56.045 hourly, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type: Classified Salary
If other, please specify:
Recruitment Type: Open
Position Details
General Statement
In support of the Montana State University mission, University Information Technology promotes, develops, delivers, and facilitates the use of information technology services and resources.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain security policies and standards for MSU’s four-campus IT environment. • Conduct or coordinate risk assessments and audits using the NIST CSF, and other NIST frameworks (NIST 800-171) to identify and prioritize opportunities to mitigate threats and risks to MSU’s systems and data. • Evaluate and recommend solutions and technologies to improve MSU’s security posture. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary units to identify, prioritize, and implement mitigating controls for identified risks. This includes, but is not limited to, networking, system administration, enterprise services, desktop and user support, and application development. • Assist in the planning for, coordination of, and response to, security incidents.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Bachelor’s degree and a track record of progressively responsible experience in information technology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Advanced knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, and associated risks. 3. Hands-on systems and networking administration experience. 4. Demonstrated experience supporting ERP and other enterprise software and Web application environments. 5. Demonstrated experience with data loss prevention, vulnerability management, threat hunting, anti-malware tools, and SIEMs in a higher education environment. 6. Demonstrated experience providing both technical and functional users with training related to security best practices. 7. Demonstrated experience using a risk-based approach to identify and prioritize new initiatives. 8. Demonstrated experience with assessing functional requirements to ensure a balanced approach to security with business needs in mind. 9. Demonstrated experience with the implementation and maintenance of the principle of least privilege.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. A Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis on cybersecurity (Master’s degree preferred). 2. Demonstrated ability to coordinate among interdisciplinary units to work toward a common goal. 3. Experience working in a multi-campus higher education environment. 4. Experience responding to, and helping to manage, security incidents.
The Successful Candidate Will
•Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form. • Demonstrated discretion in handling sensitive information and circumstances, including high-stress incident handling. • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and rapidly re-prioritize a variety of tasks at different levels of complexity and urgency.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?: No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date:
Close Date:
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on November 20, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume 2. Cover Letter
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6704643
Full Time
IT Security Architect
Montana State University
Position Information
Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 26187
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
John Williams john.williams25@montana.edu 406-994-7841
Classification Title: Net Sys/Comm Analyst III
Working Title: IT Security Architect
Brief Position Overview
The Security Architect will lead efforts to coordinate the development, documentation, and implementation of initiatives to improve the security of MSU’s IT environment. The primary responsibilities of this position are to, using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) as a guide, assess the security posture of MSU’s four-campus IT environment and coordinate initiatives to identify, document, and implement standards to improve the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of MSU’s IT resources.
Under the supervision of the Chief Information Security Officer, this full-time position works closely with the technical and administrative staff throughout the four MSU campuses and the IT Community to maintain and improve the security of MSU’s data and IT resources.
Position Number: 4M1266
Department: UIT Information Security Group
Division: VP for Information Technology
Appointment Type: Classified
Contract Term: Fiscal Year
Semester:
If other, specify From date:
If other, specify End date:
FLSA: Exempt
Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE
FTE: 1.0
Benefits Eligible: Eligible
Salary: Salary range of $40.032 to $56.045 hourly, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type: Classified Salary
If other, please specify:
Recruitment Type: Open
Position Details
General Statement
In support of the Montana State University mission, University Information Technology promotes, develops, delivers, and facilitates the use of information technology services and resources.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain security policies and standards for MSU’s four-campus IT environment. • Conduct or coordinate risk assessments and audits using the NIST CSF, and other NIST frameworks (NIST 800-171) to identify and prioritize opportunities to mitigate threats and risks to MSU’s systems and data. • Evaluate and recommend solutions and technologies to improve MSU’s security posture. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary units to identify, prioritize, and implement mitigating controls for identified risks. This includes, but is not limited to, networking, system administration, enterprise services, desktop and user support, and application development. • Assist in the planning for, coordination of, and response to, security incidents.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Bachelor’s degree and a track record of progressively responsible experience in information technology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Advanced knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, and associated risks. 3. Hands-on systems and networking administration experience. 4. Demonstrated experience supporting ERP and other enterprise software and Web application environments. 5. Demonstrated experience with data loss prevention, vulnerability management, threat hunting, anti-malware tools, and SIEMs in a higher education environment. 6. Demonstrated experience providing both technical and functional users with training related to security best practices. 7. Demonstrated experience using a risk-based approach to identify and prioritize new initiatives. 8. Demonstrated experience with assessing functional requirements to ensure a balanced approach to security with business needs in mind. 9. Demonstrated experience with the implementation and maintenance of the principle of least privilege.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. A Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis on cybersecurity (Master’s degree preferred). 2. Demonstrated ability to coordinate among interdisciplinary units to work toward a common goal. 3. Experience working in a multi-campus higher education environment. 4. Experience responding to, and helping to manage, security incidents.
The Successful Candidate Will
•Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form. • Demonstrated discretion in handling sensitive information and circumstances, including high-stress incident handling. • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and rapidly re-prioritize a variety of tasks at different levels of complexity and urgency.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?: No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date:
Close Date:
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on November 20, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume 2. Cover Letter
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6704643
The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts
Washington, DC 20566, USA
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As America's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across the United States and around the world, connecting the greatest living artists with audiences of every stripe, no matter their background. We welcome all Americans and creators and visitors from across the globe to discover, experience, learn about, be inspired by, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $80,000 - $105,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Business Systems Analyst will join the Information Technology Department at the Kennedy Center, reporting to the Sr Director, Data & Systems. The Kennedy Center Information Technology (IT) Department maintains a variety of applications, systems, and tools, serving staff, performers, patrons, that enable the Center to accomplish its mission. This is a small and collaborative team, willing to support and share knowledge. The IT Department supports hardware and software, on-premise and SaaS business tools, fulfills reporting and data analysis requests via a data warehouse and a variety of custom reporting platforms, and offers web and custom tool development as needed. No day in this position will look like the last. It is a challenging, rewarding, and fast-paced environment and this role has the opportunity to grow in different directions, whether that be technically, with the array of systems we support; strategically, as a project manager; or analytically, in working with users and our Business Intelligence team to help the Kennedy Center make data driven decisions. As we implement a series of exciting and strategic initiatives to better utilize technology and data to provide superior customer experience, we are looking for a technically astute, service oriented new team member who enjoys making changes happen. The principal purpose of the Systems Analyst is to support the use of business applications across the Kennedy Center Finance, Payroll, Human Resources, Marketing, and Development teams. A willingness to learn new systems, analytic savvy to identify inefficiencies, creativity and initiative to recommend new processes, and commitment to integrate a systematic and data-driven approach to decision-making is a must. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and curious, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and possess the ability to juggle multiple projects at one time, including proactively supporting a service desk queue. The Kennedy Center is undergoing multiple digital transformation efforts on various systems and this role will be involved in the adoption and ongoing support of these new systems. Within the next 6 months we will be launching a new ERP (Finance) system, Sage Intacct and a new HRIS system, UKG. This unique timing is an exciting opportunity to deeply understand how our systems are implemented to facilitate business practices and play an advisory role where appropriate. Key Responsibilities Work closely with Finance/Payroll/HR/CRM users to support monthly/biweekly/weekly needs, translate business needs into technical requirements and processes, and configure/customize the system accordingly. Coordinate regular user meetings and support organization and prioritization of projects on the system roadmap. Assist in development of new features and functionality within systems. Identify, lead and/or participate in projects to maintain best functionality and current versions of business systems. Examples include: work with HR and Payroll to setup, test, and implement employee leave plan; create testing plan and lead testing efforts for version update; support Lawson system patching; identify and propose approach to data hygiene; write SQL code for overnight job to identify bad data states. Pro-actively and professionally manage a Jira Support queue, maintaining standard service level agreements and positive relationships with users of all technical levels. Develop training materials to address user needs and deliver in-person trainings as necessary. Provide support for other systems and solution, including ArtsVision, SurveyMonkey/SM Apply, CRM), and Jira/Confluence. On-call responsibilities on a rotating basis (monthly, approximately). Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for IT. Staff. Follow IT processes for submitting Project Proposals, conducting Root Cause Analyses after outages, planning/running monthly sprints, and engaging in Change Management process. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications This job is highly technical in nature and requires a strong understanding of databases and experience using and/or supporting applications that are both older client-server technology as well as newer SaaS solutions. Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), finance, and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems is strongly desired. Experience with supporting or designing interfaces between systems (SQL jobs, SSIS packages, stored procedures, Windows Powershell tasks) would be helpful. Strong SQL skills are required and experience with or an interest in data analytics and reporting using Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services and/or other data visualization tools (QuickSight, Tableau) would be helpful. The ideal candidate would likely have 3-5 years of professional experience in a Systems Analyst / Business Analyst / Support Analyst role. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidate must be willing to work onsite. Additional Information The noise level in the work environment is moderate, with shared office space (cubicles) and sometimes the noise of performers rehearsing can be heard around the building. Travel up to 5% may be required.
Full-time
About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Mission Statement: As America's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across the United States and around the world, connecting the greatest living artists with audiences of every stripe, no matter their background. We welcome all Americans and creators and visitors from across the globe to discover, experience, learn about, be inspired by, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include: Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024 staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $80,000 - $105,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Business Systems Analyst will join the Information Technology Department at the Kennedy Center, reporting to the Sr Director, Data & Systems. The Kennedy Center Information Technology (IT) Department maintains a variety of applications, systems, and tools, serving staff, performers, patrons, that enable the Center to accomplish its mission. This is a small and collaborative team, willing to support and share knowledge. The IT Department supports hardware and software, on-premise and SaaS business tools, fulfills reporting and data analysis requests via a data warehouse and a variety of custom reporting platforms, and offers web and custom tool development as needed. No day in this position will look like the last. It is a challenging, rewarding, and fast-paced environment and this role has the opportunity to grow in different directions, whether that be technically, with the array of systems we support; strategically, as a project manager; or analytically, in working with users and our Business Intelligence team to help the Kennedy Center make data driven decisions. As we implement a series of exciting and strategic initiatives to better utilize technology and data to provide superior customer experience, we are looking for a technically astute, service oriented new team member who enjoys making changes happen. The principal purpose of the Systems Analyst is to support the use of business applications across the Kennedy Center Finance, Payroll, Human Resources, Marketing, and Development teams. A willingness to learn new systems, analytic savvy to identify inefficiencies, creativity and initiative to recommend new processes, and commitment to integrate a systematic and data-driven approach to decision-making is a must. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and curious, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and possess the ability to juggle multiple projects at one time, including proactively supporting a service desk queue. The Kennedy Center is undergoing multiple digital transformation efforts on various systems and this role will be involved in the adoption and ongoing support of these new systems. Within the next 6 months we will be launching a new ERP (Finance) system, Sage Intacct and a new HRIS system, UKG. This unique timing is an exciting opportunity to deeply understand how our systems are implemented to facilitate business practices and play an advisory role where appropriate. Key Responsibilities Work closely with Finance/Payroll/HR/CRM users to support monthly/biweekly/weekly needs, translate business needs into technical requirements and processes, and configure/customize the system accordingly. Coordinate regular user meetings and support organization and prioritization of projects on the system roadmap. Assist in development of new features and functionality within systems. Identify, lead and/or participate in projects to maintain best functionality and current versions of business systems. Examples include: work with HR and Payroll to setup, test, and implement employee leave plan; create testing plan and lead testing efforts for version update; support Lawson system patching; identify and propose approach to data hygiene; write SQL code for overnight job to identify bad data states. Pro-actively and professionally manage a Jira Support queue, maintaining standard service level agreements and positive relationships with users of all technical levels. Develop training materials to address user needs and deliver in-person trainings as necessary. Provide support for other systems and solution, including ArtsVision, SurveyMonkey/SM Apply, CRM), and Jira/Confluence. On-call responsibilities on a rotating basis (monthly, approximately). Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for IT. Staff. Follow IT processes for submitting Project Proposals, conducting Root Cause Analyses after outages, planning/running monthly sprints, and engaging in Change Management process. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications This job is highly technical in nature and requires a strong understanding of databases and experience using and/or supporting applications that are both older client-server technology as well as newer SaaS solutions. Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), finance, and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems is strongly desired. Experience with supporting or designing interfaces between systems (SQL jobs, SSIS packages, stored procedures, Windows Powershell tasks) would be helpful. Strong SQL skills are required and experience with or an interest in data analytics and reporting using Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services and/or other data visualization tools (QuickSight, Tableau) would be helpful. The ideal candidate would likely have 3-5 years of professional experience in a Systems Analyst / Business Analyst / Support Analyst role. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided. Candidate must be willing to work onsite. Additional Information The noise level in the work environment is moderate, with shared office space (cubicles) and sometimes the noise of performers rehearsing can be heard around the building. Travel up to 5% may be required.
