Review Vacancy
AgencyJustice Center For The Protection Of People With Special Needs
TitleChief Information Security Officer (Manager Information Services)
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $108545 to $137207 Annually
Duties Description Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Enterprise Risk, Audit, & Security, the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for leading the Justice Center’s information security and cybersecurity program. The CISO serves as the agency’s principal advisor on cybersecurity, information security, and technology risk management.
Job Duties
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Justice Center’s information security program, including security policies, standards, and procedures
• Advise executive leadership on cybersecurity strategy, technology risk, and information security matters affecting agency operations
• Conduct enterprise information security risk assessments and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies
• Establish strategic priorities to strengthen the agency’s cybersecurity posture and support the agency’s mission
• Ensure compliance with applicable information security requirements by coordinating cybersecurity audits, security assessments, and compliance reviews
• Oversee the Justice Center’s Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan and coordinate responses to cybersecurity incidents
• Partner with Enterprise Solutions, ITS, and business units to ensure appropriate information security requirements are integrated into technology initiatives, procurements, system implementations, and third-party services
• Monitor emerging cybersecurity threats and coordinate vulnerability assessment and remediation efforts with ITS and other technology partners
• Coordinate agency-wide cybersecurity awareness and training initiatives
• Develop cybersecurity metrics and report on the Justice Center’s cybersecurity posture to executive leadership
• Collaborate with Internal Audit and Internal Controls to strengthen the agency’s enterprise risk management and internal control environment
• Serve as the Justice Center’s primary liaison on information security matters with ITS and other partners
• Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications Seven years of information technology, cybersecurity, or information assurance experience*, including one year at the supervisory level.
*Substitutions: A bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science or related field substitutes for three years of required experience; any bachelor’s substitutes for two years of required experience. An associate degree with 15 semester credit hours in computer science or related field may substitute for one year of required experience. Candidates in a bachelor’s degree program with at least 15 semester credit hours in computer science or related field may substitute such credits for one year of required experience. A master’s degree or higher in computer science or related field substitutes for one year of required experience.
Additional Comments Established in 2013 by the Protection with Special Needs Act; The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is charged with protecting over one million New Yorkers under the care or jurisdiction across six State Oversight Agencies. https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 College Savings Program
Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.
NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the Justice Center’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
NOTE ON FINGERPRINTING: Please be advised that should you accept a job offer with this agency, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay for the cost of the fingerprinting fee.
The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Our agency does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, citizenship/immigration status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Justice Center is committed to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion while continuing to build a diverse workforce. Our agency seeks candidates dedicated to working in and contributing to an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived experiences, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff.
The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources via email at jc.sm.deeo@justicecenter.ny.gov
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address jc.sm.HRresumes@justicecenter.ny.gov
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Notes on ApplyingPlease submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume to jc.sm.HRresumes@justicecenter.ny.gov detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.