Network Security Analyst – Department of Technology Services / Network Management

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Administrative Technician
Email: sschreuer@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/

Job Description

Network Security Analyst
Information
Pay Range (Grade): $80,247 – $144,415 (A500)
Other Compensation Offered: Limited Hybrid Telework Arrangements
Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Organization: Technology Services – Network
Location: County Office Building
Reports to: Division Manager, Network Systems
Classification: Exempt (41744)
Who We Are
At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.
What You Will Do
As the Network Security Analyst, you will provide technical expertise in all areas of network, system, and application security. Working closely with the various teams in the Department of Technology Services, you will ensure that systems and networks are designed, developed, deployed, and managed with an emphasis on strong, effective security and risk management controls. The Network Manager will rely on you to act as the initial point of contact for cybersecurity questions and incidents, manage the annual cybersecurity assessments and penetration tests, and research and report on emerging threats, to help the county take pre-emptive risk mitigation steps.
Essential Duties
• Proactively monitor the environment to detect and implement steps to mitigate cyber-attacks before they occur.
• Provide technical expertise regarding security-related concepts to operational teams within the Department.
• Correlate and analyze security events within the context of the County’s unique environment to proactively detect threats and mitigate attacks before they occur.
• Provide high-level support for the day-to-day operations of securing the County’s various information systems.
• Review, investigate, and respond to real-time alerts within the environment.
• Monitor online security-related resources for new and emerging cyber threats.
• Asses new security technologies to determine potential value for the enterprise.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments of systems and networks.
• Manage systems owned by the Information Security Team.
• Maintain current knowledge of cybersecurity methods, trends and techniques.
• Ensure all work is complete and timely to support department goals. Evaluate feedback and procedures to improve efficiency.
• Invite collaboration and seek learning opportunities. Proactively assist peers to create a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
• Enterprise-Class Technology, including Firewalls, Routers, Switches, Wireless Access Points, VPNs, and Desktop/Server Operating Systems (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Enterprise Technology Platform, including Azure, Active Directory, SQL, Office365, and Windows Server/Desktop Operating Systems (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Windows PowerShell (Intermediate)
• Wireshark and Crowdstrike (Advanced)
• Cyber Threat Hunting (Advanced)
• Security and Compliance Frameworks, including CIS, NIST, and ISO (Advanced)
Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Digital Literacy
• Continuous Learning
• Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
• Cybersecurity Threat Management
• Infrastructure
• Analytical Thinking

Why You Will Love Working Here
All the Benefits You Need
Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes:
• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
• Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year
Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)
Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.
Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at careers@carrollcountymd.gov, via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Job Requirements

You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Three or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
Preferred Licenses and Certifications
• CompTIA Security+ certification

Additional Information
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• Must be able to provide own transportation as needed for local travel.
• May be required to work outside of standard hours.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, Bachelor’s Degree

Wages per hour: $80,247 – $144,415 annually
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
Generous paid time off • 13 Paid Holidays • Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable • Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance. • Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts • Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Days of Work:
MONDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  TUESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  WEDNESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  THURSDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  FRIDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Shift:

How to Apply: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 21 & over
Closing Date: 09/25/2025