Position Type :
Secretarial / Clerical / Data Processing
Date Posted : 7 / 16 / 2025
Location :
Pawtucket School Department
Technology Compliance Specialist
FLSA Status : Non-union, Non-Exempt, 12-month position
Under the supervision of the Chief Information and Innovation Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring that our organization complies with relevant security standards, regulations, and best practices. You will play a key part in protecting sensitive data and supporting risk management initiatives by developing policies, conducting audits, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enforce security protocols. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, regulatory requirements (such as ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, FERPA, or HIPAA), and a passion for maintaining a secure and compliant IT environment.
EXEMPLARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Monitor and ensure compliance with internal security policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR).
- Conduct risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions.
- Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and controls across the organization.
- Prepare for and support external audits and assessments, including managing documentation and coordinating with auditors.
- Track and report compliance metrics , issues, and remediation plans to the Chief Information and Innovations Officer.
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other departments to align compliance efforts across the organization.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging regulations, threats, and security best practices.
- Educate and train staff on security awareness and compliance obligations.
- Investigate and respond to security incidents , ensuring proper documentation and reporting.
- Assist in vendor risk management , including third-party assessments and contract reviews.
TECHNICAL & COMPLIANCE SKILLS :
Knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, FERPA or GDPRUnderstanding of risk assessment methodologies and control implementationFamiliarity with audit processes and compliance reportingExperience with security tools such as vulnerability scannersAbility to interpret legal and regulatory documents and translate them into technical or operational controlsANALYTICAL & PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS :
Strong analytical thinking to assess security risks and compliance gapsAttention to detail in evaluating and documenting compliance effortsProblem-solving mindset for identifying practical security solutionsCOMMUNICATION & COLLABORATION SKILLS :
Clear written and verbal communication , especially for documentation and policy creationAbility to translate technical requirements into plain language for non-technical teamsExperience conducting training or awareness programsStrong interpersonal skills to work cross-functionally with multiple departmentsORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS :
Time management and prioritization to handle audits, reports, and multiple initiativesProject management experience or skills to track and coordinate compliance effortsEMPLOYMENT STANDARDS :
Demonstrated ability to build harmonious working relationships with school officials, staff, students, and the general publicAbility to understand and respond to oral and written instruction and follow a work scheduleRecord of dependabilityHighly self-motivated and self-directedLICENSE / CERTIFICATES :
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver's licenseBachelor's degree preferredCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :
Full PSD compensation package.Year-round positionHours 8 : 00AM - 4 : 00PM$75,000.00 per year.THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE SUPERVISOR .