Systems Supervisor - IT Security Supervisor & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

The IT Security Supervisor acts as the Chief Information Security Officer for the agency and is responsible for oversight and implementation, monitoring, and training related to agency information security policies, including standards, guidelines, and principles and practices within the organization. The individual ensures a physical and technical environment that promotes data confidentiality, integrity, and availability by developing and applying policies and procedures that guard against unauthorized disclosure, modification, or destruction of information. This is a senior executive role that supervises the security team, collaborates with the agency executive team, and provides direct support to IT personnel to meet the security and risk management needs of the agency., * Manage the IT Security team by providing leadership to ensure an effective security program is in place to protect the agency and its plan participants.

• Participate in setting the agency’s strategic direction and decision-making regarding security for both physical spaces and technology.
• Design, oversee, and administer the enterprise security strategy to address the physical and information technology security needs of the agency and its stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate the security risk management program to address enterprise security risks in all areas of the agency., * SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only)
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Social Security and Address Verification
• Education Verification
• Driver’s License Check (if applicable), * A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

This position requires a minimum of five (5) years of experience in data security, which includes developing security systems technology, executing security strategy, and leading risk management programs.

A Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

Please ensure your resume clearly describes your experience in each of the areas below. Experience must include:

• Three (3) years of lead work, project lead work, or supervisory experience.
• Experience in planning, organizing, and developing IT security system technologies.
• Experience in planning and executing security policies and standards within the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) framework.
• Advanced knowledge of and experience to plan, implement, and maintain an Information Systems Management System based on the ISO/IEC 27001 standard.
• Knowledge of third-party risk assessment and processes.
• Refined written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to express complex information in plain language.
• Ability to motivate others and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders., * Demonstrated experience implementing long-term security strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Advanced knowledge of and experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• One or more professional security management certifications, including the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and/or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or similar., It is the policy of Minnesota State Retirement Systems that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The MN State Retirement System will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Pulled from the full job description

• Loan forgiveness
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account, As an employee, you’ll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support