Information Security Manager

City of Berkeley, CA; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Berkeley, CA is seeking a cybersecurity leader to manage the city’s entire IT security strategy and infrastructure. You will guide policy development, oversee both on‑premise and cloud security, and lead a dedicated team to protect sensitive data and ensure resilience.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity programs, governance, and technology management, with the ability to align security initiatives with city objectives and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or closely related field.
• Five years of increasingly responsible experience in cyber security, including two years of direct support of information security programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the security of the City’s digital assets and IT infrastructure.
• Develop and implement robust security policies for on-premise and cloud systems.
• Lead a team of security and infrastructure professionals to ensure operational excellence.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Leadership

Policy development

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's in IS/CS

Job description

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).

• 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.