Strategic IT & Cybersecurity Director

Eau-Claire-County-1; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Information Systems Director at Eau Claire County plans, organizes, and directs all activities of the Information Systems Department, overseeing technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, networks, databases, and enterprise applications. The role acts as CIO and advisor to County leadership on strategy, policy, compliance and modernization initiatives.

Position requires strategic planning, budgeting, staff management, and collaboration with multiple departments and external entities to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in computer science, MIS, or related field.
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible IT experience applicable to the role.
• Five (5) years of supervisory management experience in an Information Systems setting.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs all activities of the Information Systems Department.
• Leads the cybersecurity strategy using the NIST framework and reports on security posture.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Staff supervision

Stakeholder liaison

Cybersecurity strategy

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/MIS or related field

Master’s degree in CS/Business or related field

Job description

The Information Systems Director at Eau Claire County plans, organizes, and directs all activities of the Information Systems Department, overseeing technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, networks, databases, and enterprise applications. The role acts as CIO and advisor to County leadership on strategy, policy, compliance and modernization initiatives.

Position requires strategic planning, budgeting, staff management, and collaboration with multiple departments and external entities to ensure