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# Cybersecurity Specialist (ID 3016) - Open

- **Company:** San Diego County
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $102,737.0 - $124,885.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Network Security, Microsoft Security Essentials, Phishing, Software Engineering, Software Vulnerability Management, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9dfbc5f45cfa67b0

## About the Role

This position requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in information technology, computer science, or closely related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in cybersecurity is required. Including work within complex technical environments in the area of network security, application development, computer system support, or related areas, * GSOC, GCIH, CEH certifications in areas of Security Essentials or incident handling are highly desirable.

## Description

The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for a Cybersecurity Specialist.

Under general supervision, the Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for leading, coordinating, and overseeing advanced cybersecurity functions for SDCOE and supported local educational agencies, provides program-level leadership in incident response, vulnerability management, cybersecurity training, and enterprise phishing simulation services (Red Herring), exercises independent judgment, strategic coordination, and professional discretion.

The current assignment is located in San Diego, CA as part of the Cybersecurity department in the Integrated Technology Services division within SDCOE.

Please note that while this current assignment is for the location listed, employees of SDCOE may be administratively reassigned to other locations based on organizational needs., To be considered for this position, please individually attach the following required items to your completed EDJOIN Application:

 * Resume, detailing education and experience as it relates to this position
 * Letter of Introduction
 * Two (2) Letters of Recommendation, dated within the past 12 months, that specifically recommend you for this position
 * Copies of transcripts verifying bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in information technology, computer science, or closely related field
 * Copies of any certifications you wish to be considered (optional)


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