Cybersecurity Engineer (IL)

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Cybersecurity Engineer (IL) Classification Title Department Infrastructure & Network Services Work Location Main Campus Duties

Under the general direction of the Director of Infrastructure and Security, the Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for the operation and administration of cybersecurity technologies. This position plays a key role in ensuring the security and protection of the Colleges data, systems, and users. The Cybersecurity Engineer operates and monitors cybersecurity tools and services, regularly performs risk and vulnerability assessments, and supports ongoing security operations. Security operations include monitoring security alerts and logs through the SIEM, responding to security-related events, and fulfilling other security-related requests. This role assists in meeting regulatory and institutional compliance requirements, including GLBA, PCI-DSS, and internal security policies and procedures. The Cybersecurity Engineer serves as the primary administrator for privileged access management and security monitoring platforms and provides operational backup support to the Information Security Specialist to ensure continuity of the cybersecurity program.

In support of the Colleges mission, the Cybersecurity Engineer is committed to learning institutional systems and processes and contributes to efforts that promote student success and lifelong learning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls to protect networks, systems, and data such.
• Implements and conducts compliance policies, audit procedures, and data safeguards.
• Monitor systems and security tools (SIEM, EDR, firewall logs) for threats and suspicious activity
• Provides support to other employees of the college on matters related to cybersecurity including guidance during system implementations and vendor security reviews.
• Serves as a backup to the Information Security Specialist.
• Serves on the Incident Response Team.
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation efforts.
• Support compliance efforts (e.g., FERPA, GLBA, PCI-DSS, CIS Controls)
• Must be available during maintenance windows, as well as on call 24 × 7 for emergencies.
• Other duties as applicable.

Education/Experience

Requires a minimum of a Bachelors degree in computer science or related field and two (2) years of experience in cybersecurity or related IT technology field required. Experience with Windows operating systems, Intel-based hardware, and network security policies.

Please ensure your resume clearly notes two years (full-time equivalent) of related experience.

Qualifications

In addition to the above experience and educatgion requirements, the following qualities are sought:

• Demonstrated knowledge of current Windows operating systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of common protocols including SSL, HTTPS and IPSec.
• Demonstrated knowledge of intrusion detection systems.
• Ability to collaborate on projects to ensure successful results.
• Knowledge of security best practices for educational institutions.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to logically approach and solve problems.

Position Status Full Time Hours

General Hours:

Monday-Friday

8:00 a.m.-5:00p.m.

Palos Hills, IL

Alternate work schedule and hybrid remote opportunity may be available after introductory period with approval. Role is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in case of security incidents.

Please note the college does not provide sponsorship. Must be a resident of IL/IN or reciprocal state.

Salary/Wage $60,974 - $78,000 (plus exceptional benefits) Hourly/Salary Salaried Benefits

Administrative, Confidential, Managerial & Supervisory (ACMS) Position

Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for eligible employees and family, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:

Health, Dental, Vision

Life insurance, Optional life

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

MVCC Tuition waiver

SURS Retirement plan

Vacation Days

Holidays

Sick Leave

Personal days

Bereavement days

Tax-sheltered annuity plans

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Review of Applications Begins 06/08/2026

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number AP00567P Open Date 05/20/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Upon successful submission of application, you will receive a confirmation email.

Please assure you have completed all fields, uploaded documents and signed application.

Please apply online on the jobs.morainevalley.edu site.

NOTE: Please do not use a third party site such as Indeed to submit your application. Upon successful submission, you will receive a confirmation email. Questions, please contact hr@morainevalley.edu or 708-974-5704.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Chicago Tribune

• HigherEdJobs

• InsideHigherEd

• Chronicle of Higher Education

• MVCC Website/Posting

• Employee of MVCC

• Other

• No Response

• • Are you at State Universities Retirement System (SURS) annuitant, currently receiving a monthly annuity, or plan to apply for a retirement annuity under SURS within the next three (3) months?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have the minimum of a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field?

• YES

• NO

• • Do you have at least two years of experience in a related technology field?

• Yes

• No

• • Please briefly discuss your experience with cybersecurity:

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Other Document