Information Security Strategy Manager

City of Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Sacramento seeks an IT Manager (Information Security Officer) to lead the cybersecurity strategy, ensure protection of critical systems, and align security initiatives with business goals. You will advise executives, translate technical risks into business terms, and drive continuous improvement for digital transformation.

The role requires managing risk, compliance, and security operations, with the ability to build high-performing teams and partner across departments and external

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale cybersecurity initiatives.
• Ability to translate complex risks into business language.
• Strong collaboration with executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity strategy across the City of Sacramento; oversee risk assessment, compliance, threat detection, incident response, and disaster recovery.
• Advise executive staff and translate technical risks into actionable business strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement aligned with digital transformation goals.

Skills

Leadership

Cybersecurity strategy

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

NIST

CIS

ISO/IEC

Job description

The City of Sacramento seeks an IT Manager (Information Security Officer) to lead the cybersecurity strategy, ensure protection of critical systems, and align security initiatives with business goals. You will advise executives, translate technical risks into business terms, and drive continuous improvement for digital transformation.

The role requires managing risk, compliance, and security operations, with the ability to build high-performing teams and partner across departments and external