Chief Security Officer - California State Association of Counties

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.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have thorough knowledge of the following:

1. Principles and methods used in the analysis and development of information security systems and procedures.
2. Principles of management and supervision.
3. Currently accepted information security standards, guidelines and theories.
4. Computer technology and information technology equipment operation, capacity and capability.
5. Analytical techniques relating to the assessment of business needs and the generation of management decision-making information.
6. Information technology security practices.
7. 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.
8. Hacker tools and techniques used to gain unauthorized access to computer systems.

How to Apply:

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