Job Description

Required Application Materials
A resume and letter of interest is required to apply. Candidates under final consideration will also be required to submit professional references, college degree information, and employment history to an online third-party vendor.

About Us
For more than 140 years, The University of Texas System has improved the lives of Texans — and people all over the world — through education, health care, and research. The System consists of nine academic institutions, four health institutions, and The University of Texas System Administration. The institutions of the UT System employ more than 160,000 faculty, health care professionals, researchers, support staff, and student workers.

The UT System Administration is primarily based in Austin, Texas. It supports the missions of the System’s thirteen institutions by providing financial, legal, planning, purchasing, government relations, communications, development, and other central services. Serving a growing state, the UT System Administration strives to provide a welcoming, supportive work environment that embraces different perspectives - not only because it enables the organization to be stronger, creative, and thoughtful, but because it is the right thing to do. To that end, UT System Administration embraces state laws on military and former foster children employment preferences.

Purpose of Position
To support the University of Texas System’s information security initiatives. This role will assist with cybersecurity-related communications, marketing campaigns, training content development, and event coordination. It’s ideal for someone detail-oriented, creative, and interested in gaining experience in marketing, communications, and event planning within a technical and security-focused environment.

Essential Functions
Key Responsibilities:

Cybersecurity Communications & Marketing Support
Assist in creating and editing content for newsletters, websites, social media, and training materials focused on cybersecurity awareness.
Help design marketing materials such as flyers, posters, and digital graphics for security campaigns.
Event Coordination Support
Assist with planning and logistics for cybersecurity conferences and departmental events (virtual and in-person).
Help manage registration lists, prepare presentation materials, and coordinate with vendors and track engagement metrics.
Provide on-site or virtual support during events.
Training & Awareness Support
Help organize and distribute cybersecurity awareness materials.
Assist with scheduling and tracking training sessions and track engagement metrics.
Support phishing simulation campaigns and reporting.
General Project Assistance
Maintain SharePoint and Teams sites with updated content.
Provide support for communications and event projects as needed.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Detail-oriented, creative, and interested in gaining experience in marketing, communications, and event planning within a technical and security-focused environment.

Required Qualifications
High school diploma.
Completion of at least 30 credit hours of higher education or may substitute one year of related experience for 30 credit hours.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
College degree is preferred.
Experience with basic graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
Interest in cybersecurity and technology.
Event planning or coordination experience.
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions.
Uses standard office equipment