Fort Bend Central Appraisal District · 16 hours ago
Security Administrator
Rosenberg, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFort Bend Central Appraisal District is responsible for managing the appraisal of properties in Fort Bend County, and they are seeking a Security Administrator to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the organization's IT infrastructure and data. This role involves managing security infrastructure, conducting risk assessments, leading incident response efforts, and promoting user awareness and training.
CommunitiesGovernmentInformation ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
Configure, deploy, and maintain Fortinet security solutions, including FortiGate firewalls and FortiAP wireless infrastructure
Manage user access controls in Active Directory and Entra ID, enforcing security policies for system and data access
Configure and manage security tools including Microsoft Defender and CrowdStrike EDR/XDR
Oversee SIEM monitoring (Arctic Wolf) and review threat intelligence alerts, providing actionable remediation guidance
Coordinate and review Horizon3 penetration test results and ensure remediation of identified risks
Evaluate and recommend security email protection configurations using Microsoft Defender and Abnormal Email Security
Conduct regular vulnerability scans, security audits, and configuration reviews to maintain compliance with NIST and CJIS
Review patch reports provided by the systems administrator, assess potential risks, and recommend prioritization
Track and report on vulnerability trends, remediation timelines, and overall risk posture
Lead incident detection, investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery processes
Maintain and execute incident response playbooks, ensuring proper chain-of-custody for forensic evidence
Conduct post-incident reviews and implement security improvements
Coordinate with IT and leadership on disaster recovery and business continuity plans
Administer and optimize KnowBe4 phishing simulation and security awareness programs
Create targeted training content based on phishing simulation results and security incidents
Promote best practices in password hygiene, data handling, and threat reporting
Work closely with the Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, and external SOC for integrated security operations
Provide regular security reports, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior leadership
Collaborate with legal, HR, and compliance teams on policy enforcement and investigations
Maintain detailed documentation of security configurations, incidents, and procedures
Maintains and periodically updates Incident Response, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery Plans
Ensure ongoing compliance with NIST, CJIS, and organizational security policies
Prepare documentation for audits and regulatory reviews
Qualification
Required
Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the organization's IT infrastructure and data
Transition hybrid Active Directory/Entra ID environment into a cloud-first model
Implement and maintain robust security controls
Align security posture with NIST and CJIS standards
Work closely with IT leadership, Systems Administrator, and external partners
Proactively identify, mitigate, and respond to cyber threats
Support compliance and user awareness
Configure, deploy, and maintain Fortinet security solutions, including FortiGate firewalls and FortiAP wireless infrastructure
Manage user access controls in Active Directory and Entra ID, enforcing security policies for system and data access
Configure and manage security tools including Microsoft Defender and CrowdStrike EDR/XDR
Oversee SIEM monitoring (Arctic Wolf) and review threat intelligence alerts, providing actionable remediation guidance
Coordinate and review Horizon3 penetration test results and ensure remediation of identified risks
Evaluate and recommend security email protection configurations using Microsoft Defender and Abnormal Email Security
Conduct regular vulnerability scans, security audits, and configuration reviews to maintain compliance with NIST and CJIS
Review patch reports provided by the systems administrator, assess potential risks, and recommend prioritization
Track and report on vulnerability trends, remediation timelines, and overall risk posture
Lead incident detection, investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery processes
Maintain and execute incident response playbooks, ensuring proper chain-of-custody for forensic evidence
Conduct post-incident reviews and implement security improvements
Coordinate with IT and leadership on disaster recovery and business continuity plans
Administer and optimize KnowBe4 phishing simulation and security awareness programs
Create targeted training content based on phishing simulation results and security incidents
Promote best practices in password hygiene, data handling, and threat reporting
Work closely with the Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, and external SOC for integrated security operations
Provide regular security reports, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior leadership
Collaborate with legal, HR, and compliance teams on policy enforcement and investigations
Maintain detailed documentation of security configurations, incidents, and procedures
Maintain and periodically update Incident Response, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery Plans
Ensure ongoing compliance with NIST, CJIS, and organizational security policies
Prepare documentation for audits and regulatory reviews
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field preferred
Experience as a Cyber Security Analyst or similar role, preferably in a municipal or government environment
Equivalent experience and/or relevant certifications considered
2-5 years of experience in a security-focused IT role
Experience managing hybrid Active Directory and Entra ID environments
Familiarity with Fortinet security infrastructure and Microsoft 365 security stack
Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR/XDR, vulnerability scanning, and email security solutions
FortiGate, FortiAP, Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, Arctic Wolf, Abnormal Security, KnowBe4, Horizon3, Entra ID, and Azure Security Center
CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, CompTIA Security+, SC-200, SC-300, or equivalent
Strong knowledge of NIST and CJIS security frameworks
Proficiency in PowerShell or Python scripting for automation and security tasks
Solid understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and Windows server administration
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
Company
Fort Bend Central Appraisal District
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
William J. Burns
President
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