Union College

Union College

Information Security Officer

Union College, Schenectady, NY · Exec · Full-time

Work authorization required$95k-$100kDetected 25 days ago
CybersecurityNetwork SecuritySIEMIncident ResponseComplianceFirewallVPNHIPAALeadershipCommunicationCollaborationTime ManagementPublic SpeakingCISSP

About the role

  • Reporting to the chief information officer (CIO), the Information Security Officer (ISO) is responsible for the strategic and operational direction of Union's information security program.
  • Position Title: Information Security Officer Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-Time, In-Person.
  • This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain information security programs in collaboration with the campus community including policy and standards.
  • Develop and maintain the campus information security roadmap for ensuring the security of technology services, computer systems, data networks, and data.
  • Develop, maintain, and review security configuration data in security software and/or services.
  • Collaborate with ITS staff to track and implement information security initiatives.
  • Manage and coordinate incident response procedures to track and address information, system and network security incidents, alleged policy violations, and external requests or complaints.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  • The ISO works collaboratively with campus leadership and stakeholder groups to build shared ownership of information security across the institution.
  • The position develops and maintains programs including information security policy and standards; information security awareness and training; information security incident response and management; risk assessment and management; and information security-related information technology (IT) architecture.
  • The ISO demonstrates a commitment to ensure that data in all forms, as well as the systems and networks used to transmit, store, and provide access to it are designed, configured, and operated in a manner that ensures security, integrity, privacy, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

  • Minimum five years of relevant experience in information security or related field.
  • Experience presenting complex security concepts to a variety of audiences or groups (e.g. end-user training, security conference presentations, executive-level briefings).
  • Familiarity with information security and data breach law, standards
  • Knowledge of network and authentication protocols, encryption types, and information security technologies.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, establish priorities, and work collaboratively as a member of a diverse community.
  • E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
  • Bachelor's degree or the equivalent in education and experience or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and work experience.
  • Experience working in higher education preferred.
  • and federal, state, and local regulations including PCI, FERPA, HIPAA, and NIST 800 series.
  • Experience with data networking, VPN, next-generation firewalls, network access controls, security information and event management (SIEM), authentication protocols, data encryption, and other relevant technologies CISSP, GIAC or similar certification(s) preferred.
  • Collaborative, constructive, and positive approach to work.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including strong relationship skills.
  • Attention to detail in both completion of work and documenting work products.
  • Effective time management practices, applied in a fast-paced environment
  • Compensation:

Nice to have

  • Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays (in accordance with policy)
  • We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications.
  • We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

Compensation

  • The annual salary range for this position is $95,000 to $100,000.
  • The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
  • Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.
  • Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability

Benefits

  • Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
  • Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
  • Tuition Exchange
  • We offer exceptional benefits including:
  • Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
  • Healthcare: Medical (PPO & HDHP), Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
  • Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.
  • In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.
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