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Security Administrator

City of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Oct 2025
💰 $72,870/yr($65,000/yr$72,870/yr)

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Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact. 
As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.


What We Offer:
•    Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
•    Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
•    Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
•    Benefits - We care about your well-being.
 

The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). OIT oversees all major information and communications technology initiatives for the City of Philadelphia - increasing the effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure, where the services provided are advanced, optimized, and responsive to the needs of the City of Philadelphia’s businesses, residents, and visitors. OIT responsibilities include: identifying the most effective approach for implementing new information technology directions throughout city government; improving the value of the city’s technology assets and the return on the city’s technology investments; ensuring data security continuity; planning for continuing operations in the event of disruption of information technology or communications services; and supporting accountable, efficient and effective government across every city department, board, commission and agency.

 

    Job Description

    The Information Security Group is seeking a GRC Professional with experience in risk management, incident response, and policy/procedure development to join our team. The GRC Professional will be responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of an updated cybersecurity program. The professional will work with the City’s security team to ensure existing City policies are enforced throughout the organization and identify areas where new policies are needed. The GRC Professional will also work with the owners of OT and IT services to identify and communicate risk and develop mitigation strategies for these risks. Additionally, the GRC Professional will be responsible for maintaining and supporting the City's GRC system. The ideal candidate will have a background in cybersecurity that includes technical skills as well as experience with developing policies and procedures.

    Essential Functions

    • Assist in conducting risk assessments and identifying potential areas of compliance vulnerability.
    • Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
    • Participate in internal audits and prepare reports on findings and recommendations.
    • Monitor and analyze compliance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
    • Assist in the development and delivery of compliance training programs.
    • Collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
    • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.

     

      Qualifications

       

      • Education:
        • Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Computer Science, Information Security, Business Administration, or a similar discipline.
        • Working towards relevant industry certifications, if not already certified, such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), CompTIA Security+ or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
      • Experience:
        • Internship or coursework related to information security, risk management, or compliance is preferred.
        • Basic understanding of regulatory frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, or GDPR.

      Skills and Competencies:

      • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
      • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
      • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
      • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
      • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

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