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# Information Security Manager

- **Company:** City of Berkeley
- **Location:** Berkeley, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $175,979.0 - $216,055.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybercrime
- **Published:** September 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9ebe267d145818f6

## About the Role

We're looking for a cybersecurity expert with experience building comprehensive systems, policies, and plans to protect sensitive data from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The ideal candidate has experience administering a variety of systems and programs including Payment Card Industry (PCI), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and Department of Justice/Criminal Justice Information Systems (DOJ/CJIS). See the full job specification here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/berkeley/classspecs/1179015, A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:
Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in information systems, computer science, or closely related field; and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in cyber security application and infrastructure, technology management, or telecommunications, including two (2) years of experience in direct support of information security programs, basic budgeting principles, and supervision of staff and/or technical project teams.

Other requirements: Must be able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California driver's license as well as a satisfactory driving record., Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

## Description

The City of Berkeley Information Technology (IT) Department is now accepting applications for the position of Information Security Manager! In this role, you will be responsible for the comprehensive security of the City's digital assets and the strategic management of its entire IT infrastructure (including computer systems, networks, and data security measures). You'll develop and implement robust security policies while overseeing the design, deployment, and maintenance of all on-premise and cloud-based systems. You will also lead a team of security and infrastructure professionals, ensuring operational excellence, resilience, and alignment with business objectives.


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