Assistant Chief Information Security Officer Information Technology Department (CISO)

Miami Dade County s Information Technology Department is looking to fill the Assistant Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) role, which job entails working with the CISO to establish and maintain the enterprise strategy and architecture with a multiyear roadmap to ensure the County s assets are protected.

The job components include establishing operational objectives and performance standards for enterprise-level cyber security divisions including, governance and risk compliance, vulnerability management, security reviews, audits, endpoint and network security, firewalls, cloud connectivity, mainframe security, Identity and access management, cybersecurity awareness training, lead incident response activities; assisting the Chief Information Security Officer in formulation of enterprise policies, strategies, and objectives; assuming program management responsibility for major security county-wide initiatives; and coordinating the secure integration of emerging technologies and methodologies into a diverse multi-platform business portfolio.

This leadership position is critical to securing the County s digital footprint through the effective development, execution, and updates to the cybersecurity strategic plan, ensuring alignment of goals and objectives in support of the department's business plan. The CICO works with senior leaders across the county to assess and communicate acceptable levels of risk, and develop, mentor, and manage a high-performing staff of information security professionals.

Experience in the following is preferred:

• Managing large-scale cyber security programs including operational experience in supporting mission-critical infrastructure (first responder, water, transportation, port, elections, etc.) and operational technologies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree. A minimum of four years of professional and management experience in risk management, information security, and IT or OT security is required.

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) or other similar credentials are preferred.

County benefits: Miami-Dade County offers great benefits including full medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; 457 pretax savings plan; flexible spending accounts; paid holidays, vacation and sick time; membership in the Florida Retirement System; professional development; and a tuition reimbursement program.