Niles, IL – IT Infrastructure and Security Coordinator

WE ARE HIRING! Join our team and become our new IT Infrastructure and Security Coordinator, responsible for monitoring, remediation, and upkeep of IT infrastructure, security, and disaster recovery systems.

Some info about the position…

• Mentors, evaluates, and supervises the IT Support Specialist.
• Plans, prioritizes, assigns, and coordinates the work of assigned staff for timely and appropriate completion.
• Designs and plans the network infrastructure and architecture.
• Implements a disaster recovery plan, including but not limited to scheduling, monitoring, maintaining and testing of backup/recovery of all vital Village systems (Cloud and on-prem stack).
• Schedules and performs routine preventive IT network and infrastructure system maintenance.
• Maintains, monitors, and tests the Village’s IT network and infrastructure network is always secure.
• Coordinates the resolution of all Village help desk activities.
• Maintains and updates user privileges.
• Maintains regulatory and cybersecurity compliance.
• Responds to and updates IT and FOIA Service Requests.

Qualified candidates should…

• Have a bachelor’s degree in information systems or computer-related field.
• Have at least five (5) years of IT infrastructure and network related experience.
• Preferably have a ITIL, ITSM, MCSE, CCNA R&S, and/or CCNA Security certifications.
• Have a strong working knowledge of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks and industry best practices.
• Be proficient in the use of computers and associated technology, as well as Microsoft Office products.
• Have a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a vehicle.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to exert in excess of 70 pounds occasionally and in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently.
• Be able to do frequent climbing, crouching, standing, talking, reading, writing, and hearing, as well as handle frequent use of repetitive motions.

Pay, benefits, and more…

• Full salary range is $92,909 – $130,073 per year (hiring range is typically no higher than midpoint)
• Paid leave
• Health insurance
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) and 457b retirement plans
• Niles Family Fitness Center membership and wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Recruiting timeline…

• APPLY NOW by downloading an application from the Village’s website and sending your application to personnel@vniles.com. Applications must be received no later than February 24, 2026, at 5pm.
• Selected candidates will be invited to in-person interviews to be scheduled for the week of March 2, 2026.

It’s possible here. The Village of Niles strives to create a community and workplace where everyone feels welcomed. We care deeply about our residents and businesses, and we work hard on their behalf to keep making Niles better. APPLY NOW!

The Village of Niles is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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