Chief Information Security Officer

Job description

General Summary The CISO performs technical, business, and administrative duties related to the security of information technology operations, technical infrastructure support, and data protection within Richland County. The CISO will be responsible for the development, implementation, and enforcement of security standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines for multiple platforms and diverse system environments (e.g., web-based systems, client server systems, AS400 systems, mobile platforms, cloud platforms, etc.) Regularly interacts with the RCIT Business Systems Division and GIS Division. Regularly interacts with department heads and their employees from all of Richland County’s departments, including the county’s Risk Manager, Legal Department, HR Department, and Finance Department. Regularly interacts with outside consultants and outside vendors, including the county’s financial external auditor. General Dimensions Education Must have successfully completed college level course work in related topics, or attended related professional seminars, or have equivalent professional experience. High school diploma is required. Must be able to supply written proof of completion for all course work and/or degrees that are being used to satisfy the minimum training requirements. Certifications GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certifications) an affiliate of the SANS Institute and Cisco Certifications are preferred. Must be able to attain GIAC certification within first year of employment. The following certifications will be used for compensation considerations: CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional Security+: CompTIA GSLC: GIAC Cyber Security Leadership SSCP: Systems Security Certified Practitioner GSEC: GIAC Security Essentials GCIH: GIAC Certified Incident Handler GCIA: GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst GPEN: GIAC Penetration Tester GWAPT: GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester GPPA: GIAC Certified Perimeter Protection Analyst GCWN: GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator GISF: GIAC Information Security Fundamentals GCED: GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender GAWN: GIAC Assessing and Auditing Wireless Networks GCUX: GIAC Certified UNIX Security Administrator GXPN: GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester GICSP: Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional GMOB: GIAC Mobile Device Security Analyst GCCC: GIAC Critical Controls Certification Cisco CCENT Cisco CCNA Security Cisco CCNP Security Cisco CCIE Security CCISO Certified Chief Information Security Officer Compensation Minimum: $96,972.39