Director - Technology Services

Bell County, Texas; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 131,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell County is seeking an IT security leader to supervise staff, implement security measures, and ensure regulatory compliance across the County’s networks and systems. The role involves directing enterprise IT operations, coordinating with agencies, and managing budgets to deliver secure, reliable technology services for citizens.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in IT or related field with extensive experience in risk management, system architecture, and security operations, preferably

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or closely related field, with eight years of progressively responsible IT experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, and evaluate staff; manage performance appraisals and counseling.
• Plan and implement information technology security measures for the County network.
• Oversee intrusion detection, incident management, and vulnerability assessment systems.
• Lead security policy adherence, risk management, and compliance with regulations.
• Manage enterprise IT operations, vendor and external partner relationships, and budget processes.

Skills

IT security leadership

Project management

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or closely related field

Job description

Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team. Job Description: The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals. Coordinates, assigns, and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.

Plans, implements, upgrades, and monitors information technology security measures for the protection of the County's computer network and information. Responds to information technology security alerts and breaches. Manages the County's intrusion detection/prevention systems, security incident and event management systems, and vulnerability management/assessment systems. Work also involves network design and monitoring. Manages daily operations supporting enterprise technologies: attends to escalated issues to ensure appropriate priority for resolutions; attends meetings, responds to inquiries; manages resources; sets, reviews, and revises plans and schedules.

Manages technology infrastructure security for the enterprise networks, datacenters, servers, and client systems and devices. Analyzes and reviews security practices, policy, and processes to ensure alignment with best practices and legal requirements. Leads technology strategic and operational planning to achieve business goals. Ensures compliance to local, state, and federal government regulations in accordance with published policies and procedures. Ensures that security requirements for major applications or general support systems are met. Develops and implements a long‑term technology security strategic plan. Develops project management methodologies aligned with industry best practices. Develops collaborative relationships with internal and external agencies to identify and implement technology initiatives that are beneficial to the County and its citizens.

Works to improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness through the use of technology as well as improve citizen access to services and information through technology. Identifies opportunities to use technology to improve business processes and customer service within the organization. Assists in the development and maintenance of the department’s annual operating and capital budgets. Writes and designs content and employee training related to overall IT communications while managing the IT communications function, including user experience communications, training, and IT award applications. Approves, prioritizes, and controls projects and the project portfolio as they relate to the selection, acquisition, development, and installation of major information systems.

Ensures continuous delivery of technology services through oversight of service level agreements with end users and monitoring of technology systems performance. Keeps current with trends and issues in the technology industry, including current technologies and prices; and advises, counsels, and educates executives and management on their competitive or financial impact. Promotes and oversees strategic relationships between internal technology resources and external entities, including government, vendors, and partner organizations. Keeps regular onsite attendance and maintains professionalism at all times. Performs special assignments, research, projects, tasks, or other duties as assigned by County Judge/Commissioners Court; these duties may require complete confidentiality.

Possesses excellent communication (verbal & written), intrapersonal, and strong organizational skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, outside agencies, and the public. This includes the ability to resolve conflicts and to engage key stakeholders to proactively implement vision and solutions for the county. Skill in effective technical report writing, preparation, and presentation. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the public, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Performs related work as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or closely related field, supplemented by eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in Computer Science, Information Technology field including risk management, system architecture, network administration and network security, preferably in the public sector; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Physical Demands:

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): None.

Compensation Range:

$130.939.00 - $183,347.00 Annually

Special Certifications and Licenses:

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history. Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language. Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Proposed Compensation:

$130,939.00 - $166,063.00

Work Shift:

Office Hours (United States of America)

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy located at the Historic Courthouse, 3rd Floor, in downtown Belton.

Mission Statement.

The government of Bell County, Texas exists to promote and sustain a superior quality of life in Central Texas. In partnership with our communities and citizens, we pledge to deliver cost‑effective services in a personal, responsive, and innovative manner.

The Government of Bell County Values:

Public Safety for all citizens Responsibility and accountability People as our most important resource Achievement of positive solutions to every problem Positive liaisons with local government organizations A county that is renowned for its beauty and cleanliness Taking pride and achieving the highest quality in all we do An open, accessible government, where citizen involvement is vital Fairness, integrity, and trust as essential qualities of ethical governance Encouragement of progressive thinking through employee involvement and teamwork Citizens as customers, deserving the highest quality of services delivered by a local government.

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