INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I

California State Department of Cannabis Control; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The California Department of Cannabis Control is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) who will serve as Privacy Officer and head the Information Security Office, directing all security initiatives for the department.

This role requires implementing state IT security policies, safeguarding data assets, and guiding enterprise-wide security engineering efforts in a hybrid Sacramento environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of information security concepts, governance and risk management.
• Experience in IT leadership and policy enforcement within a government environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Information Security Office as CIO and Privacy Officer.
• Develop, implement and enforce privacy and security policies for the department.
• Oversee enterprise security engineering and protection of data assets.

Skills

Cybersecurity

IT management

Policy implementation

Job description

Job Posting: Chief Information Security Officer

Department of Cannabis Control

$9,387.00 - $12,579.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/15/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Career Executive Assignment-B of the Information Technology Services Division, within the Department of Cannabis Control, the Information Technology Manager I in the Information Security Office will serve as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Privacy Officer (PO) for the Department. The incumbent will direct all areas and responsibilities of the Office. The incumbent will be responsible for implementing State of California policies and standards regarding the confidentiality and security of information pertaining to the Department and the development, implementation, maintenance of, and adherence to State and Department privacy policies and procedures. This position is in the Information Security Engineering domain.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-529863

Position #(s): 592-640-1405-XXX 592-640-1405-001

Working Title: Chief Information Security Officer

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I

Salary: $9,387.00 - $12,579.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Do you enjoy a fast-paced workplace? Are you interested in a ground floor opportunity?

The Department of Cannabis Control is looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual that wants to work in a multi-tasking environment. The Department's mission is to develop and implement progressive cannabis policies and license and regulate commercial cannabis activity in a way that best protects public health, safety, the environment, and local communities throughout the State of California.

Our Headquarters is located in Rancho Cordova, California. FREE PARKING!!

Department Website: https://cannabis.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

The incumbent shall possess the general qualifications, as described in California Code of Regulations Title 2, Section 172, which include integrity, honesty, dependability, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to work cooperatively with others. This incumbent will maintain consistent and regular attendance, communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) when dealing with the general public and/or other employees, develop and maintain knowledge and skill related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools, and equipment, and adhere to departmental policies and procedures.

The incumbent must be able to reason logically and creatively and utilize a wide variety of skills to resolve enterprise-wide technical issues, application development and multiple system interface issues. Additionally, the incumbent must have ability to communicate and resolve business related issues/problems that require a technology solution. The incumbent must be able to develop and evaluate alternatives and research and present ideas and information effectively both orally and in writing. The incumbent must be able to consult with and advise interested parties on IT subjects, gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted, and accurately assign priorities to multiple projects at any given time while remaining flexible. The incumbent shall operate to protect the cyber security of individual departmental staff, the Department's network and infrastructure, and all data assets.

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI): Title 11, section 703 (d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance with CORI procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routine works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program matters at all times.

Conflict of Interest: This position is subject to Title 16, section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1st, and within 30 days of leaving office.