Health & Human Services Chief Information Security Officer (Information Technology Executive 3)

Are you a trusted technology leader interested in overseeing a cyber security program that provides a secure environment for agencies throughout the Commonwealth? The Office of Administration, Enterprise Information Security Office is on the lookout for an experienced Health & Human Service Chief Information Security Officer. This position gives you the opportunity to showcase your talent by overseeing program planning and management, policy and standards development and implementation, as well as the establishment of plans and procedures to ensure the effective and efficient management of technology and resources across all agencies. Apply now to turn cyber risk into strategic resilience at the executive level!

In this leadership role, you will serve as a senior manager responsible for directing and managing Delivery Center Cybersecurity programs. Effective communication is essential as you will be collaborating with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Delivery Center Chief Information Officer (CIO), staff, and vendors to ensure the Delivery Center's cyber security program continues to provide a secure environment for agencies. Work involves managing online security audits and risk assessments; utilizing reports to make strategic decisions regarding risk, goals, objectives, and initiatives; as well as managing risk, threat, and vulnerability management programs. You will promote awareness of security issues among management, employees, and other entities agency-wide to ensure sound security principles are reflected in the organization's vision and goals. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing policies and practices, managing internal assessments and evaluations, and maintaining disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Bring your problem-solving skills to our team and help support our mission-critical operations!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Twelve years of professional information technology experience; or
• Eight years of professional information technology experience and a bachelor's degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education.
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.