The County of Berks is hiring a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead the cybersecurity strategy and operations for the organization. You will be responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all county information assets and systems, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and advising organizational leadership on security matters.
What You'll Do
- Develop and execute a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with organizational goals.
- Collaborate with leadership to develop, implement, and update cybersecurity policies and procedures.
- Develop and maintain the organization’s Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan.
- Work with stakeholders to create and regularly update the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).
- Collaborate with the I.S. department and operational teams to integrate security into system design and implementation.
- Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and services to enhance the cybersecurity posture.
- Oversee the deployment, management, and monitoring of security infrastructure like firewalls, IDS/IPS, and EDR solutions.
- Manage compliance efforts for HIPAA, CJIS, PCI, and other sensitive data sets.
- Investigate information security and compliance incidents.
- Oversee end-user security awareness programs and vulnerability management.
- Serve as project manager for designated security projects and support business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
- Design and manage the implementation of governance efforts and manage security audits and assessments.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Eight years of experience in network administration or cybersecurity.
- Five years of firewall administration experience.
- Five years of experience in information systems architecture and design.
- Five years of experience in incident management/incident response.
- IT Security Certification required: Certified Information Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or other approved certification.
- Valid state-issued driver’s license required for local travel to County sites.
Team & Environment
Collaborates with the county CIO and other county leadership. Oversees his/her staff.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Berks County, PA.
The County of Berks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
