Kitsap Transit
Kitsap Transit is hiring: Cybersecurity Administrator in Bremerton
Kitsap Transit, Bremerton, WA, US, 98312
Salary : $8,502.00 - $11,433.07 Monthly
Location : Bremerton
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500029
Department: Service Development
Division: Service Development
Opening Date: 09/24/2025
Closing Date: 10/8/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
Summary
Under general direction of the IT Manager, administer, maintain and support all aspects of the agency's cybersecurity program to include cybersecurity compliance, policy development, budget recommendations, planning, and project management to ensure the agency's cybersecurity goals and objectives are met.
Essential Duties
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of characteristic duties and responsibilities not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.
Following are some highlights of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to be successful in this position.
Associate's degree and a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or a CompTIA Security+ certificate is required upon entry. Five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in cybersecurity administration is required. This position also requires at least two years of increasingly responsible professional experience in Windows Server, Microsoft Office, MS SQL Server, Network Routing, Windows Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange. This position also requires the ability to provide 24/7 on-call support for IT infrastructure and communication systems.
Licenses/Certifications:
Supplemental Information
Provide input into the development and implementation of short-term and long-term cybersecurity strategies for the agency, including the establishment of key milestones and performance metrics to track progress. Recommends and implements processes that support the agency in achieving its cybersecurity objectives. Works collaboratively with staff across departments to define and align agency-wide goals and initiatives.
Identifies cybersecurity priorities to include but not limited to, developing and implementing systems and resources to best ensure cybersecurity in both onsite and remote working environments. Reviews security provisions and infrastructure/Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) logs to ensure data security and ensures that Firewall/Security/VPN configurations are standardized and documented. Builds, maintains and deploys cybersecurity solutions to meet the agency's compliance and cybersecurity mission and goals.
Assists the IT Manager in forecasting IT resources needed to accomplish goals and objectives of the agency's cybersecurity program.
Partner with the IT Manager in creating compliance documentation and recommending security policies consistent with agency needs, federal, state and local regulations and requirements. Ensures security and data integrity by performing regimented security audits, reviews and submits any regulatory security reports as required.
Ensures appropriate backup and recovery policies and procedures are in place; conducts desktop exercises for agency continuity, disaster recovery and incident response plans. Participates in the agency's disaster recovery planning and testing. Coordinates real time data redundancy, utilizes best practices and provides overall general support of agency systems and software. Controls, maintains, monitors and approves system backup. Ensures all systems have redundancies to ensure the agency's operational continuity. With oversight of IT Manager, responsible for creating and implementing a data recovery plan and procedures so data is adequately protected in the event of a natural disaster, cyberattack, etc.
Recommends new security software and equipment, approaches, policies, and programs to effect continual improvements. Provides technical direction as necessary; recommends solutions to meet emerging cybersecurity needs; provides input into policies as needed, assists with the creation of procedures, and standards for all supported disciplines.
Performs regimented internal and external risk assessments and needs analysis. Monitors the security and data integrity of information systems is consistent with agency needs and federal, state and local requirements including but not limited to the following: Payment Card Industry (PCI) and fare collection, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Protected Health Information (PHI), Personally Identifiable Information (PII), International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the use of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Framework.
Reviews and recommends network and system recovery plans. Audits network security provisions. Responsible for maintaining data and system backups. Reviews security provisions and logs to ensure data security.
Provides input to IT Manager and Service & Capital Development Director on information technology issues; Monitors changes in local, state and federal regulations affecting information security and technology; recommends courses of action impacting the agency's information technology systems; strategies and/or projects to improve agency effectiveness.
Conducts and fosters cross-training of IT staff to encourage team development and increase the KSAs of individual team members. Supports and administers agency software applications and fulfills the agency's IT service requests through all stages of their lifecycle.
Works with other transit and government agencies in developing regional transit cybersecurity projects. Identifies recommended security products and/or services as needed to fulfill IT goals and objectives. Interacts with agency staff at all levels and vendors to resolve IT related issues, including after-hours, weekend, and remote work.
Other duties as assigned.
Generous benefits package including: Medical, Dental and Vision for employee and dependents, disability and life insurance. Kitsap Transit also participates in the WA State Public Employees' Retirement Plan (PERS) and a generous general leave accrual and 10 holidays plus 2 floating holidays.
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Do you have the legal right to work in the U.S.?Note: All employment offers are contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
02
Do you have a valid Washington State driver's license?
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If you have received any of the following citation(s) and/or incidents in the past three years, total the number of points associated with the citation(s). Date and type of Incident/Citation and/or Conviction.Your personal and employment driving history during the last three years will be verified by contacting the licensing departments of the state(s) where you have had a driver's license.(1 point) Accident (not at fault)(2 points) Accident (at fault)Add a point to any offense listed below if the offense occurred in a company vehicle or on company time(2 points) Operating without lights on(2 points) Carpool lane violation(2 points) Driving on the shoulder(2 points) Driving without insurance(2 points) Failure to appear(2 points) Failure to signal(2 points) Following too close(2 points) Impeding traffic (travelling too slowly)(2 points) Improper lane travel(2 points) Speeding (0-8 mph)(2 points) Suspension of license: within past 5 years(3 points) Failure to yield to emergency vehicle(3 points) Speeding (9-12 mph)(3 points) Deferred prosecution for any offense that is NOT negligent driving, reckless driving, hit and run, leaving an accident scene, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol(3 points) Driving without a valid license(3 points) Improper child restraint(3 points) Red light camera violation(3 points) Seatbelt use violation(4 points) Cell phone use or texting violation(4 points) Deferred prosecution for negligent driving, reckless driving, hit and run, leaving an accident scene, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol(4 points) Driving too fast for conditions(4 points) Failure to yield or stop; disobeying a road sign(4 points) Illegal passing, turning or lane change(4 points) Open alcohol container(4 points) Speeding (13 mph+ over the speed limit)(4 points) Speeding in a school zone(4 points) Violation of a bus stop paddle(6 points) Driving with suspended/revoked license(6 points) Reckless or negligent driving(6 points) Vehicular assault/homicide(6 points) DUI (DWI)(6 points) Eluding a Police Vehicle
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Please specify which incidents/citations you have received in the last 3 years and provide the year.If you do not have any incidents or citations, please enter "n/a"
05
We are required to utilize a service to monitor employee driving record activity. Do you agree to have your driving record monitored during your employment with Kitsap Transit?
06
Have you been convicted of a felony within the last ten (10) years?(If yes, your application will not be considered for employment. As this position includes going to the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Kitsap Transit is unable to accept applications from candidates who may be disqualified under this criteria.)
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Successful candidates must have a valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) (https://www.tsa.gov/twic) issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) within 90 days of hire. Are you willing and able to obtain and maintain this credential during the length of your employment in this position?
08
Kitsap Transit has various non-revenue vehicles that are available to all staff for agency business. In order to limit liability, we are required to utilize a service to monitor employee driving record activity. Do you agree to have your driving records monitored during your employment with Kitsap Transit?
09
Do you have an Associate's degree and a Certified Information Systems Security Professional )CISSP) or a Comp TIA Security+ certification is required upon entry.
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Regarding Procurement of Information for Employment PurposesImportant: Please read carefully before signingA consumer report and/or investigator consumer report - which may include information concerning your character, employment history, general reputation, personal characteristics, police record, education, qualifications, motor vehicle record, mode of living and/or credit and indebtedness - may be obtained for employment purposes in connection with your application for and/or continued employment with Kitsap Transit.Under federal Fair Credit Reporting Act, the term "employment purposes" when used in connection with a consumer report means "a report used for the purpose of evaluating a consumer for employment, promotion, reassignment or retention as an employee." 15 U.S.C. §1681a(f).Before any adverse action is taken, based in whole or in part on the information contained in the consumer report and/or investigative consumer report, you will be provided a copy of the report, the name, address and telephone number of the reporting agency, and a summary of your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.I authorize Kitsap Transit to obtain a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report to be used for employment purposes. This authorization shall remain in effect over the course of my employment. I agree that a copy of this authorization has the same effect as the original.
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All statements submitted in response to these questions set forth above are subject to investigation and verification prior to appointment. Kitsap Transit may verify any conviction record or offenses against persons, adjudications of child abuse in civil actions, and disciplinary board final decisions.We may verify your record of criminal convictions for offenses against persons, civil adjudications of child abuse, and disciplinary board final decisions.YOUR EMPLOYMENT IS EXPRESSLY CONDITIONED ON OUR RECEIPT OF A SATISFACTORY REPORT.I, the undersigned, have received a copy of this disclosure statement and do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that my responses to the questions set forth above are true, correct and complete.I understand and agree that if I am hired, I can be discharged for any misrepresentation or omission to the above questions. Further, I understand and agree that if I am hired, my employment is specifically conditioned on Kitsap Transit's receipt of a satisfactory report.
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Location : Bremerton
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500029
Department: Service Development
Division: Service Development
Opening Date: 09/24/2025
Closing Date: 10/8/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
Summary
Under general direction of the IT Manager, administer, maintain and support all aspects of the agency's cybersecurity program to include cybersecurity compliance, policy development, budget recommendations, planning, and project management to ensure the agency's cybersecurity goals and objectives are met.
Essential Duties
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of characteristic duties and responsibilities not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.
Following are some highlights of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to be successful in this position.
- Cybersecurity compliance program, security protocols and policies and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
- Conceptualizing, launching, and delivering practical technology projects on time and within budget.
- Structured project methodologies and use of project planning tools.
- In-depth knowledge of Endpoints (computers, servers, storage), local and wide area network experience.
- Administering and supporting technology functions in a diverse multi-service public organization.
- Providing training and guidance to staff on information security best practices.
- Demonstrating the ability to achieve results through a flexible and open-minded approach to problem-solving, while maintaining awareness and sensitivity to interpersonal dynamics.
- Effective communication when interacting with coworkers, management, staff from other departments, the public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work directions in a professional and courteous manner.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other Kitsap Transit departments, employees and the public.
- Effective project management and prioritization skills.
- Provide high levels of results-oriented customer service and professionalism to both internal and external customers.
Associate's degree and a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or a CompTIA Security+ certificate is required upon entry. Five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in cybersecurity administration is required. This position also requires at least two years of increasingly responsible professional experience in Windows Server, Microsoft Office, MS SQL Server, Network Routing, Windows Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange. This position also requires the ability to provide 24/7 on-call support for IT infrastructure and communication systems.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or a CompTIA Security+ certificate upon entry.
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Supplemental Information
Provide input into the development and implementation of short-term and long-term cybersecurity strategies for the agency, including the establishment of key milestones and performance metrics to track progress. Recommends and implements processes that support the agency in achieving its cybersecurity objectives. Works collaboratively with staff across departments to define and align agency-wide goals and initiatives.
Identifies cybersecurity priorities to include but not limited to, developing and implementing systems and resources to best ensure cybersecurity in both onsite and remote working environments. Reviews security provisions and infrastructure/Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) logs to ensure data security and ensures that Firewall/Security/VPN configurations are standardized and documented. Builds, maintains and deploys cybersecurity solutions to meet the agency's compliance and cybersecurity mission and goals.
Assists the IT Manager in forecasting IT resources needed to accomplish goals and objectives of the agency's cybersecurity program.
Partner with the IT Manager in creating compliance documentation and recommending security policies consistent with agency needs, federal, state and local regulations and requirements. Ensures security and data integrity by performing regimented security audits, reviews and submits any regulatory security reports as required.
Ensures appropriate backup and recovery policies and procedures are in place; conducts desktop exercises for agency continuity, disaster recovery and incident response plans. Participates in the agency's disaster recovery planning and testing. Coordinates real time data redundancy, utilizes best practices and provides overall general support of agency systems and software. Controls, maintains, monitors and approves system backup. Ensures all systems have redundancies to ensure the agency's operational continuity. With oversight of IT Manager, responsible for creating and implementing a data recovery plan and procedures so data is adequately protected in the event of a natural disaster, cyberattack, etc.
Recommends new security software and equipment, approaches, policies, and programs to effect continual improvements. Provides technical direction as necessary; recommends solutions to meet emerging cybersecurity needs; provides input into policies as needed, assists with the creation of procedures, and standards for all supported disciplines.
Performs regimented internal and external risk assessments and needs analysis. Monitors the security and data integrity of information systems is consistent with agency needs and federal, state and local requirements including but not limited to the following: Payment Card Industry (PCI) and fare collection, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Protected Health Information (PHI), Personally Identifiable Information (PII), International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the use of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Framework.
Reviews and recommends network and system recovery plans. Audits network security provisions. Responsible for maintaining data and system backups. Reviews security provisions and logs to ensure data security.
Provides input to IT Manager and Service & Capital Development Director on information technology issues; Monitors changes in local, state and federal regulations affecting information security and technology; recommends courses of action impacting the agency's information technology systems; strategies and/or projects to improve agency effectiveness.
Conducts and fosters cross-training of IT staff to encourage team development and increase the KSAs of individual team members. Supports and administers agency software applications and fulfills the agency's IT service requests through all stages of their lifecycle.
Works with other transit and government agencies in developing regional transit cybersecurity projects. Identifies recommended security products and/or services as needed to fulfill IT goals and objectives. Interacts with agency staff at all levels and vendors to resolve IT related issues, including after-hours, weekend, and remote work.
Other duties as assigned.
Generous benefits package including: Medical, Dental and Vision for employee and dependents, disability and life insurance. Kitsap Transit also participates in the WA State Public Employees' Retirement Plan (PERS) and a generous general leave accrual and 10 holidays plus 2 floating holidays.
Visit our Benefits page at
01
Do you have the legal right to work in the U.S.?Note: All employment offers are contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a valid Washington State driver's license?
- Yes
- No
03
If you have received any of the following citation(s) and/or incidents in the past three years, total the number of points associated with the citation(s). Date and type of Incident/Citation and/or Conviction.Your personal and employment driving history during the last three years will be verified by contacting the licensing departments of the state(s) where you have had a driver's license.(1 point) Accident (not at fault)(2 points) Accident (at fault)Add a point to any offense listed below if the offense occurred in a company vehicle or on company time(2 points) Operating without lights on(2 points) Carpool lane violation(2 points) Driving on the shoulder(2 points) Driving without insurance(2 points) Failure to appear(2 points) Failure to signal(2 points) Following too close(2 points) Impeding traffic (travelling too slowly)(2 points) Improper lane travel(2 points) Speeding (0-8 mph)(2 points) Suspension of license: within past 5 years(3 points) Failure to yield to emergency vehicle(3 points) Speeding (9-12 mph)(3 points) Deferred prosecution for any offense that is NOT negligent driving, reckless driving, hit and run, leaving an accident scene, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol(3 points) Driving without a valid license(3 points) Improper child restraint(3 points) Red light camera violation(3 points) Seatbelt use violation(4 points) Cell phone use or texting violation(4 points) Deferred prosecution for negligent driving, reckless driving, hit and run, leaving an accident scene, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol(4 points) Driving too fast for conditions(4 points) Failure to yield or stop; disobeying a road sign(4 points) Illegal passing, turning or lane change(4 points) Open alcohol container(4 points) Speeding (13 mph+ over the speed limit)(4 points) Speeding in a school zone(4 points) Violation of a bus stop paddle(6 points) Driving with suspended/revoked license(6 points) Reckless or negligent driving(6 points) Vehicular assault/homicide(6 points) DUI (DWI)(6 points) Eluding a Police Vehicle
- Total points equal 3 or less
- Total points equal 4 or more
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Please specify which incidents/citations you have received in the last 3 years and provide the year.If you do not have any incidents or citations, please enter "n/a"
05
We are required to utilize a service to monitor employee driving record activity. Do you agree to have your driving record monitored during your employment with Kitsap Transit?
- Yes, I agree
- No, I do not agree
06
Have you been convicted of a felony within the last ten (10) years?(If yes, your application will not be considered for employment. As this position includes going to the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Kitsap Transit is unable to accept applications from candidates who may be disqualified under this criteria.)
- Yes
- No
07
Successful candidates must have a valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) (https://www.tsa.gov/twic) issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) within 90 days of hire. Are you willing and able to obtain and maintain this credential during the length of your employment in this position?
- Yes
- No
08
Kitsap Transit has various non-revenue vehicles that are available to all staff for agency business. In order to limit liability, we are required to utilize a service to monitor employee driving record activity. Do you agree to have your driving records monitored during your employment with Kitsap Transit?
- Yes
- No
09
Do you have an Associate's degree and a Certified Information Systems Security Professional )CISSP) or a Comp TIA Security+ certification is required upon entry.
- Yes
- No
10
Regarding Procurement of Information for Employment PurposesImportant: Please read carefully before signingA consumer report and/or investigator consumer report - which may include information concerning your character, employment history, general reputation, personal characteristics, police record, education, qualifications, motor vehicle record, mode of living and/or credit and indebtedness - may be obtained for employment purposes in connection with your application for and/or continued employment with Kitsap Transit.Under federal Fair Credit Reporting Act, the term "employment purposes" when used in connection with a consumer report means "a report used for the purpose of evaluating a consumer for employment, promotion, reassignment or retention as an employee." 15 U.S.C. §1681a(f).Before any adverse action is taken, based in whole or in part on the information contained in the consumer report and/or investigative consumer report, you will be provided a copy of the report, the name, address and telephone number of the reporting agency, and a summary of your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.I authorize Kitsap Transit to obtain a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report to be used for employment purposes. This authorization shall remain in effect over the course of my employment. I agree that a copy of this authorization has the same effect as the original.
- I agree to authorize Kitsap Transit to obtain a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report to be used for employment purposes.
- I do not agree to authorize Kitsap Transit to obtain a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report to be used for employment purposes.
11
All statements submitted in response to these questions set forth above are subject to investigation and verification prior to appointment. Kitsap Transit may verify any conviction record or offenses against persons, adjudications of child abuse in civil actions, and disciplinary board final decisions.We may verify your record of criminal convictions for offenses against persons, civil adjudications of child abuse, and disciplinary board final decisions.YOUR EMPLOYMENT IS EXPRESSLY CONDITIONED ON OUR RECEIPT OF A SATISFACTORY REPORT.I, the undersigned, have received a copy of this disclosure statement and do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that my responses to the questions set forth above are true, correct and complete.I understand and agree that if I am hired, I can be discharged for any misrepresentation or omission to the above questions. Further, I understand and agree that if I am hired, my employment is specifically conditioned on Kitsap Transit's receipt of a satisfactory report.
- Yes, I understand
- No
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