State Chief Information Security Officer (SCISO)
Executive Aide IX
Recruitment #23-009649-0001
Department | Department Of Information Technology |
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Date Opened | 3/30/2023 1:30:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 4/13/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $135,842.00 - $188,893.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Cindy Mann |
Work Location |
Anne Arundel
|
Introduction
The
Department of Information Technology (DoIT) champions the state’s strategic
direction for Information Technology and Telecommunications, establishing a
long range, targeted technology architecture, encouraging cross agency
collaboration and advocating best practices for operations and project
management across state agencies within the executive branch.
Using resources at the agency’s disposal
combined with talented and knowledgeable team members, the Department of
Information Technology successfully identifies and promulgates opportunities
for state agencies to run more efficiently and less expensively, maximizing the
State’s investment in technology and telecommunication assets.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
POSITION DUTIES
Develop and implement a comprehensive information security
program for the state, prioritizing resilience and response. This includes
security policies, standards, and guidelines for the state's information
systems, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations and the
state’s strategic objectives.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key
stakeholders, including the Governor, senior staff, agency heads, private
sector partners, and other governments. Foster a collaborative approach to
cybersecurity and cyber resilience via training and awareness programs,
education, and outreach.
Oversee the identification, assessment, and risk management
of the state’s cybersecurity and cyber resilience posture. Lead the
development, assessment, and monitoring of cybersecurity and cyber resilience
systems, processes, and policies.
Lead the incident response process to cybersecurity
incidents and threats, including coordination with internal and external
stakeholders to effectively manage cybersecurity incidents
Provide guidance and expertise to state leadership on
emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as recommend appropriate
strategies and technologies to address these challenges.
Develop and manage the information security budget,
ensuring resources are allocated effectively to meet the state's cybersecurity
and cyber resilience needs.
Understand key priorities and the government context and to
shepherd key projects and overcome obstacles.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A bachelor’s degree in
computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, software engineering,
information systems, computer engineering or related field from
an accredited college or university.
Experience: Ten (10) years of experience performing the
following duties: (1) identifying, implementing, and or assessing security
controls in infrastructure, systems engineering, and or cybersecurity; (2) managing
highly technical security, security operations centers, and incident response
teams in a complex cloud environment and supporting multiple sites; (3) working
with common information security management frameworks; (4) have extensive
knowledge of information technology and cybersecurity field concepts, best
practices, and procedures, with an understanding of existing enterprise
capabilities and limitations to ensure the secure integration and operation of
security networks and systems; (5) have knowledge of current security
regulations; (6) experience managing a workforce greater than 50 people.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.