The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) is seeking a hands-on Information Security Officer (ISO) to maintain, develop, and implement DDS system security policies, plans and procedures, oversee audits, security assessments and address all security incidents. The ISO manages the DDS Information Technology Section and a team of system administrators and security analysts. The ISO ensures that DDS maintains the highest level of security standards, best practices, and system architecture. The position is responsible for the implementation of processes and methods that ensure that data entrusted to DDS is maintained in a safe and secure manner. The position is also responsible for managing and directing all Information Technology audits and addressing non-compliance to security standards and facilitating migration of non-compliance to compliance. The ISO conducts research to ensure the agency maintains compliance with standards and current industry security best practices. The ISO manages and participates in the planning and implementation of security administration for all IT projects and is responsible for the evaluation and selection of security applications and systems. The ISO is responsible for making recommendations and assisting in the implementation of changes to work processes and procedures to make them more effective in strengthening security.
JOB FUNCTIONS:
Competencies Needed:
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in Information Assurance or Cybersecurity AND Must hold or be able to qualify for a US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) clearance
OR
BS/BA degree in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Information Security or related field or equivalent experience
AND
Four years of proven experience and demonstrated success in technology leadership with an emphasis on information security and data governance.
AND
Currently holds an advanced level cyber certification per state guidelines or achieves within 12 months of start date: (CISA, CISM, CISSP, GSLC, or C) ISSO)
AND
Must hold or be able to qualify for a US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) clearance.
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, also meet two (2) or more of the following:
CISM certification
CISS certification
CRISC certification
Five years of experience supporting security architectures and applying security best practices
Experience defining vendor requirements, vendor evaluation and selection, and vendor management.
Experience managing and reporting on strategic technology initiatives.
Experience managing operational performance and driving continuous improvement.
Expert understanding of state and federal information security and privacy regulations, requirements, and best practices.
Applicant Instructions
Eligible applicants may apply at https://careers.georgia.gov
If you are having issues with your profile or application, contact the Taleo Helpdesk at 1-877-318-2772 or HRA@doas.ga.gov.
Application materials should be filled out carefully and completely. An incomplete application/online resume or an application/online resume with insufficient information may result in an applicant not being considered for a vacancy. Describe your employment background in full.
Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess two or more of the Preferred Qualifications.
All resumes will be reviewed and considered, however, all applicants may not be interviewed.
Due to the large volume of applications received by this office, we are unable to provide information on your application status over the telephone. Applicants can log back into your profile and see the status of each of the applications you have submitted.
DDS employees, in the event of an identified emergency, may be required as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the Department. In addition, in an emergency, they may be required to perform responsibilities that are not regularly assigned to them to continue the operations of the agency.
NOTE: Information in this announcement is subject to change. This announcement is subject to close at any time.
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