State Role Title: Information Technology Specialist II
Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Information Technology
Department: 100755 - IT - Reengineering Madison EG
Pay Band: 5
Pay Rate: Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount: $75,000 - $80,000
Is this a JMU only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Beginning Review Date: 3/21/2026
About JMU:
At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.
Why Work at JMU?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:
- Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
- Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
- Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
- Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.
At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.
Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment
General Information:
We’re seeking an experienced Cloud Security Analyst to assess, monitor, and improve the security configuration and risk posture of our cloud applications and environments. This role will work closely within IT, and across campus to assist the university ensure compliance with security best practices, regulatory requirements, and internal policies. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of cloud-based environments, security frameworks, and risk assessment methodologies.
This position is eligible for a remote or hybrid work schedule.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Evaluate the security configuration, access controls, and risk posture of cloud environments (SaaS, PaaS) used across the university.
- Implement and maintain continuous monitoring processes to detect misconfigurations, access anomalies, and potential security threats.
- Assist with audits and security reviews by providing necessary documentation and technical insights.
- Work within IT and with business stakeholders to integrate security controls into cloud solutions during the implementation phase and ongoing governance processes.
- Stay up to date with emerging security threats, trends, and regulatory changes to enhance the security posture of the university.
- Conduct security assessments, gap analyses, and risk evaluations for new and existing cloud environments.
- Establish and document security requirements and best practices for cloud application onboarding, configuration, and lifecycle management.
- Work to automate processes to streamline and work more efficiently as we continue to grow.
- Collaborate and build relationships with multiple teams throughout the university.
- Influence internal security strategy, develop and execute security initiatives to meet our objectives, and help define the criteria and measurements that we use to assess our progress.
Qualifications:
- Professional experience in two or more of the following areas:
- SaaS application configuration management
- PaaS application configuration management
- Identity, authentication, and access management
- Working knowledge of compliance standards and risk mitigation
- Experience securing key enterprise systems, including solutions like: Salesforce CRM, Oracle Cloud, Okta, Boomi, M365, AWS, Azure and Netskope.
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Experience working with remote teams
- Demonstrated proficiency in working with cross-functional teams
Additional Considerations:
- Proven experience in cloud application integration and secure configuration management
- Experience working in organizations that develop software and / or operate managed infrastructure and technology services for their own customers
- Experience working in organizations that develop and operate Software as a Service
- Familiarity with implementation industry established benchmarks such as CIS Benchmarks
Additional Posting Information:
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or [email protected]. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
