CJIS Compliance & Information Security Lead

Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority seeks a Criminal Justice Information Systems Administrator in Austin. The role reports to the Chief of Police and oversees CJIS compliance, governance, and access controls for all personnel, contractors, and vendors requiring CJIS access.

Responsibilities include training, audit preparation, policy enforcement, and liaison with FBI, Texas DPS, and partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 6 years' experience in compliance, auditing, and enforcement of policies in public safety.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain CJIS access and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Systems Administration: schedule fingerprinting appointments and manage access controls with IT.
• Training Administration and Vendor Liaison: maintain training records and guidance on handling sensitive information; liaise with agencies.
• Records Management and Compliance Oversight: ensure CJIS data storage, transmission, retention, and destruction per requirements; lead policy enforcement.
• Lead audit preparation and remediation: coordinate internal reviews and remediation with department leadership.

Skills

CJIS compliance

Audit & governance

Information security

Training & liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field

6+ years in public safety compliance

Job description

Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority seeks a Criminal Justice Information Systems Administrator in Austin. The role reports to the Chief of Police and oversees CJIS compliance, governance, and access controls for all personnel, contractors, and vendors requiring CJIS access.

Responsibilities include training, audit preparation, policy enforcement, and liaison with FBI, Texas DPS, and partner agencies.