Chief Information Security Officer

Richland County; United States; On-site; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County seeks a Chief Information Security Officer to lead the information security program across IT operations, infrastructure, and data protection. You will develop and enforce security standards, policies, and guidelines for diverse platforms including web, client/server, AS/400, mobile, and cloud.

You will interact with RCIT divisions, department heads, HR, Legal, Finance, and external auditors to ensure risk is managed and compliance is maintained.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Significant experience in information security leadership and program management.
• Professional certifications preferred (see certifications section)
• Experience in public sector or government environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce information security standards and policies.
• Oversee security operations across multiple platforms and environments.
• Coordinate with departments and external auditors for risk assessments and audits.
• Lead security incident response and remediation efforts.

Skills

Security governance

Risk management

Leadership

Vendor management

Incident response

Education

High school diploma

College level coursework or equivalent experience

Job description

General Summary

The CISO performs technical, business, and administrative duties related to the security of information technology operations, technical infrastructure support, and data protection within Richland County. The CISO will be responsible for the development, implementation, and enforcement of security standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines for multiple platforms and diverse system environments (e.g., web-based systems, client server systems, AS400 systems, mobile platforms, cloud platforms, etc.) Regularly interacts with the RCIT Business Systems Division and GIS Division. Regularly interacts with department heads and their employees from all of Richland County’s departments, including the county’s Risk Manager, Legal Department, HR Department, and Finance Department. Regularly interacts with outside consultants and outside vendors, including the county’s financial external auditor.

General Dimensions

Education Must have successfully completed college level course work in related topics, or attended related professional seminars, or have equivalent professional experience. High school diploma is required. Must be able to supply written proof of completion for all course work and/or degrees that are being used to satisfy the minimum training requirements.

Certifications

GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certifications) an affiliate of the SANS Institute and Cisco Certifications are preferred. Must be able to attain GIAC certification within first year of employment. The following certifications will be used for compensation considerations:

• CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• Security+: CompTIA
• GSLC: GIAC Cyber Security Leadership
• SSCP: Systems Security Certified Practitioner
• GSEC: GIAC Security Essentials
• GCIH: GIAC Certified Incident Handler
• GCIA: GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst
• GPEN: GIAC Penetration Tester
• GWAPT: GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester
• GPPA: GIAC Certified Perimeter Protection Analyst
• GCWN: GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator
• GISF: GIAC Information Security Fundamentals
• GCED: GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender
• GAWN: GIAC Assessing and Auditing Wireless Networks
• GCUX: GIAC Certified UNIX Security Administrator
• GXPN: GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester
• GICSP: Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional
• GMOB: GIAC Mobile Device Security Analyst
• GCCC: GIAC Critical Controls Certification
• Cisco CCENT
• Cisco CCNA Security
• Cisco CCNP Security
• Cisco CCIE Security
• CCISO Certified Chief Information Security Officer

Compensation

Minimum: $96,972.39

Richland County is an equal opportunity employer.