County of Monterey, Information Technology Department

Chief Security Officer

Salary: $158,796 - $216,876 / Annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package (including PERS Pension)

Apply by: Open Until Filled with a Priority Screen Date of September 23, 2024

ITD may offer up to a $10,000 sign-on Bonus to candidates hired into a permanent position.

Join our team at the County of Monterey, Information Technology Department (ITD) and be part of a forward-thinking organization that leverages cutting-edge technology and values expertise and innovation. If you are a dedicated IT professional with a desire to do meaningful work to serve our communities, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits:

California-based hybrid workplace
Innovative and collaborative work culture
Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental and vision
Retirement pension and savings plans
Generous paid leave package, including 12 paid holidays
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Employee wellness program

Position Available:

The ITD Information Security Division plays a pivotal role in ensuring the availability and integrity of County data. Our dedicated team vigilantly monitors information assets for any signs of compromise, employing state-of-the-art techniques and technologies to detect and respond to potential threats. In the event of security incidents, we employ robust strategies to restore assets promptly, minimizing disruptions to County operations and ensuring continuity of essential services. Through collaborative partnerships and continuous education initiatives, we empower County departments to stay ahead of evolving threats and effectively manage security risks.

The Chief Security Officer (CSO) reports directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and is responsible for leading the County's information security operations and supervising a team of security engineers. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative security technology leader that can successfully navigate a matrixed environment with both an internal team and departmental security officers. In addition, the successful candidate will possess deep knowledge and experience in both on-premise and cloud-based security technology and will be able to enhance awareness and proactively strengthen our security posture.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Will have thorough knowledge of the following:

Principles and methods used in the analysis and development of information security systems and procedures.
Principles of management and supervision.
Currently accepted information security standards, guidelines and theories.
Computer technology.
Information technology equipment operation, capacity and capability.
Analytical techniques relating to the assessment of business needs and the generation of management decision making information.
Information technology security practices.
Current information security regulations, including Federal Information Security Management Act, Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, Federal Information Processing Standard, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Personally Identifiable Information, and Protected Health Information, and various other laws, regulations and statutes.
Hacker tools and techniques used to gain unauthorized access to computer systems.

To apply and view the full job announcements visit the Monterey County website: https://comry.us/ChiefSecurityOfficer

In order to be considered, you must submit the required application materials. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, or other correspondence will not be accepted in lieu of the required application materials.

Link to Chief Security Officer Brochure: https://www.countyofmonterey.gov/home/showdocument?id=131353

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $158,796.00 - $216,876.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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