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Position Vacancy
Announcement
The Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) is pleased to announce the acceptance of
qualified applications for the Director, University Computer Systems (Chief Information Security Officer) vacancy.
Responsibilities
The Chief Information
Security Officer (CISO), is responsible for the ongoing development and delivery of a comprehensive, University-wide information security
strategy and program that adequately protects information assets, aligns with and supports the risk posture of the University, and meets
related compliance and regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Information Technology (AVPIT) & Chief
Information Officer (CIO) and functioning as a senior leader of FAMU Information Technology Services, the CISO advocates for the
University’s total information security needs, and works with business and technology leaders across the University to assess and manage
risks while balancing security strategies with other University priorities.
Specific Responsibilities are Information
Security Leadership; Provides vision and leadership to ensure that the University’s information security program adequately protects
information assets, appropriately balances security strategies and University priorities, consistent with the risk posture of the
University, and incorporates evolving directions and best practices in information security; Accountable for the campus-wide information
security environment, including: adoption of standards-based programs; development of policy, standards, and guidelines; assessment of
information technology controls; and leadership of related activities; Advises the AVPIT & CIO and other senior University leaders on
information security short- and long-term directions, policy, and resource requirements; Establishes a road map for continual program
improvements, metrics to track progress, and related reporting mechanisms; Reports to University senior management on the status of the
information security program, education awareness, events and incidents, and information security trends; and stays abreast of information
security issues and trends, emerging security solutions, and regulatory changes, especially those affecting higher education, and
incorporates all into strategic direction-setting.
Establishes and maintains an active University information security committee
with representation from schools and departments to collaborate on the direction of IT security policy and technology, and to re-enforce
security responsibilities in the decentralized University environment; Maintains a close working relationship with key University Offices
(e.g., the Offices of the General Counsel, Compliance, Human Resources, Research, University Police) to review security programs in light of
legal and that have campus-wide impact; Collaborates with colleagues in ITS and in the schools and departments on information security
issues related to the development, implementation, and maintenance of University technology services, hosted locally or in the Cloud;
Establishes teams to lead in the investigation and resolution of information security privacy considerations related to research and
intellectual property; Serves as a subject matter expert for regulatory requirements and compliance issues as applied to technology (e.g.,
PCI, HIPAA, HITECH, FISMA, FERPA, etc.); Develops and maintains strong working relationships to collaborate and partners with key University
stakeholders (VPs, AVPs, faculty, school administration, IT Governance, etc) and external solution providers to advocate for appropriate
security practices.
Advises University administrators and technical staff in schools and departments on risk management; Manages the
overall direction and priorities of the information security program, including information security policy development, awareness, school
and department security risk, assessments, vendor risk assessments, risk mitigation, network traffic analysis, and regulatory compliance;
Provides guidance and direction to the information security staff of ITS, schools and departments installing in them the need for
technological excellence and a professional approach to handling confidential matters while maintaining a customer-focused attitude; Advises
University personnel on managing effective security practice; and performs various management functions related to Information security,
including budgeting, procurement, contract negotiations, and personnel evaluation and actions.
Manages security incidents across the
University and acts as the primary control point during information security incidents; Communicates progress to the University community,
as appropriate, in managing security incidents; Interfaces with law enforcement agencies and other government agencies to address security
lapses and respond to information security issues.
Establishes and maintains an appropriate network of professional contacts;
Maintains currency with professional organizations and participates in national groups to share experiences, learn best practices from
others, and influence policy formulation; and represents the University and the FAMU ITS organization externally in areas of IT leadership
and information security.
Minimum
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, MIS, or appropriate area of specialization and eight
years of related experience; or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, MIS or appropriate area of specialization and six years of related
experience.
Recommended Competencies
- Knowledge of applicable computer software and basic computer functions;
- Ability to document existing and new processes;
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal,
state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations; - Knowledge of the concept, principles and practices of management;
- Knowledge of PeopleSoft development and interfacing methodology;
- Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, goals,
and objectives; - Ability to evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or alternatives;
- Knowledge of and the ability
to apply the principles and practices to strategically align tasks and people with organizational goals and objectives; - Ability to
convey technical information to technical and non-technical users; - Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related
University policies, procedures, principles, and practices; and - Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships.
Pay Plan
This is an
Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.
Conditions of
Employment
Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of
criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other
educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.
Only United States (U.S.) citizens
or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work
in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of
employment.
Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in
service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S.
Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the
State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide
documentation.
How To
Apply
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information.
Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must
apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records
law.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you require
a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity
Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the
University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.
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