Information Security Manager

City of Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Berkeley Information Technology (IT) Department is seeking an Information Security Manager to oversee the security of the City’s digital assets and IT infrastructure, including on-premise and cloud systems. You will develop policies and lead a team of security professionals to ensure resilience and alignment with business objectives.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in cyber security programs (PCI, HIPAA, DOJ/CJIS) and a track record of building comprehensive security

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or related field.
• Five years of cyber security, applications and infrastructure experience.
• Two years of experience supervising staff or technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security of the City’s IT infrastructure and data.
• Develop and implement security policies and controls.
• Lead security and infrastructure teams to ensure resilience.

Skills

Security leadership

Policy development

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems / computer science

Tools

PCI compliance

HIPAA compliance

CJIS compliance

Job description

The City of Berkeley Information Technology (IT) Department is now accepting applications for the position of Information Security Manager! In this role, you will be responsible for the comprehensive security of the City’s digital assets and the strategic management of its entire IT infrastructure (including computer systems, networks, and data security measures). You'll develop and implement robust security policies while overseeing the design, deployment, and maintenance of all on-premise and cloud-based systems. You will also lead a team of security and infrastructure professionals, ensuring operational excellence, resilience, and alignment with business objectives.

We're looking for a cybersecurity expert with experience building comprehensive systems, policies, and plans to protect sensitive data from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The ideal candidate has experience administering a variety of systems and programs including Payment Card Industry (PCI), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and Department of Justice/Criminal Justice Information Systems (DOJ/CJIS).

See the full job specification here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/berkeley/classspecs/1179015

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in information systems, computer science, or closely related field; and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in cyber security application and infrastructure, technology management, or telecommunications, including two (2) years of experience in direct support of information security programs, basic budgeting principles, and supervision of staff and/or technical project teams.

Other requirements: Must be able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California driver's license as well as a satisfactory driving record.

Exam Process

• Application review for minimum qualifications and answers to the supplemental questions
• Oral Board Exam (tentatively scheduled for the last week of October 2026)

Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

Reasonable Accommodations

The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to [e-mail] at the time of application.