InsideHigherEd
Austin, Texas
Director, Information Security Operations Austin Community College Job Posting Closing Times: Job postings are removed from advertising at 12:00 A.M. on the closing date e.g., at midnight on the day before the closing date. Austin Community College employees are required to maintain a domicile in the State of Texas while working for the college and throughout the duration of employment. - AR 4.0300.01 If you are a current Austin Community College employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account . Austin Community College is a public two-year institution that serves a multicultural population of approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester. We embrace our identity as a community college, as reflected in our mission statement. We promote student success and community development by providing affordable access, through traditional and distance learning modes, to higher education and workforce training, including appropriate applied baccalaureate degrees, in our service area. As a community college committed to our mission, we seek to recruit and retain a workforce that: Values intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching Is attracted by the college's mission to promote equitable access to educational opportunities Cares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for populations including; first generation college students, low-income students, and students from underserved communities. Focused on student academic achievement and postgraduate outcomes Welcomes difference and models respectful interaction with others Engages with the community both within and outside of ACC Job Posting Title: Director, Information Security Operations Job Description Summary: The Director of Information Security Operations will have purview over the college's cybersecurity operations. This position is responsible for scanning and monitoring the college's technology landscape, and taking actions as needed to maintain a healthy security posture. The Director will work with third parties to maintain security in the following areas: Identity and Access Management (IAM), application security, data security, endpoint security, system and network security. The Director will partner with the CISO and GRC Manager to define appropriate cybersecurity policies and then enforce those policies across the organization. Job Description: Description of Duties and Tasks Provide leadership, coaching, and people management (hiring, performance, development) while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Manage day-to-day activities of the Security Operations Center (SOC) to detect, respond to, and mitigate security incidents effectively. Lead and coordinate incident response and operational recovery efforts to ensure timely resolution and resilience against cybersecurity events. Oversee and enhance key security systems (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, SIEM, etc.) to maintain a strong defense posture. Establish and maintain KPIs, and prepare regular reports on incident trends, vulnerabilities, and overall security effectiveness for executive leadership. Evaluate emerging technologies, perform regular vulnerability testing, and implement improvements to strengthen security capabilities. Partner with internal departments, third-party vendors, and leadership to align on security goals and ensure effective communication. Stay current on cybersecurity risks and trends, advising leadership on potential impacts and recommended strategies. Knowledge Strong understanding of relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including FERPA, FedRAMP, TAC 202, PCI-DSS, and HIPAA. Knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, COBIT as well as those from NIST standards( 800-53 and Cybersecurity Framework). Working knowledge of a wide range of technologies and best practices for securing databases, servers, applications, networks, and integrations. Expert knowledge of the key concepts in user access controls, authentication mechanisms, and identity management principles. Strong knowledge of data privacy regulations, encryption, data security tools, and recovery techniques. Familiarity with accounting practices, PMI-based project management, and ITIL-based IT Service Management (ITSM) concepts. Skills Proven ability to lead teams effectively, coordinate others' work, and maintain positive, collaborative relationships. Demonstrated experience in IT operations, access management, data protection, and security hardware configuration. Skilled in assessing, testing, and reporting vulnerabilities to strengthen organizational security posture. Experienced in overseeing external partners for outsourced operations and implementation of new security tools. Strong business acumen, conceptual thinking, and planning abilities for driving informed, strategic decisions. Self-motivated and detail-oriented with strong communication, organization, confidentiality, and follow-through skills. Required Work Experience Five (5) years of experience in Information Technology, audit or compliance roles of progressively increasing responsibility. Five (5) years of related work experience leading a Cybersecurity organization. Preferred Work Experience Ten (10) years of experience in Information Technology, audit or compliance roles with progressively increasing responsibility, including at least seven (7) years in information security. Seven (7) years of related work experience leading Cybersecurity teams. Required Education Bachelor's degree in a technology or Business related field of study such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business or Business Information Systems. Experience cannot be substituted for required, applicable educational level. Special Requirements Reliable transportation for travel in the Austin area as required. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification. ITIL Foundation-level certification or above. Unexpired PMP or equivalent PMI-based Project Management certification. Physical Requirements Work is performed in a standard office or similar environment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting of objects up to 10 pounds. Safety Supervise the safe operation of the unit. Facilitate safety inspections. Take reasonable and prudent actions to eliminate identified hazards. Ensure employees receive appropriate safety training and foster a workplace safety culture. Salary Range (PG 129) $124,584 - $155,730 Number of Openings: 1 Job Posting Close Date: January 26, 2026 Clery Act As required by the US Department of Education, employees are required to report violations under Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes. If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified, trained, and provided resources for reporting. Disclaimer The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. ACC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by ACC at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job. To apply, please visit: Copyright 2025 Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-2e2bc89ab780fb4cee42cec
Director, Information Security Operations Austin Community College Job Posting Closing Times: Job postings are removed from advertising at 12:00 A.M. on the closing date e.g., at midnight on the day before the closing date. Austin Community College employees are required to maintain a domicile in the State of Texas while working for the college and throughout the duration of employment. - AR 4.0300.01 If you are a current Austin Community College employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account . Austin Community College is a public two-year institution that serves a multicultural population of approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester. We embrace our identity as a community college, as reflected in our mission statement. We promote student success and community development by providing affordable access, through traditional and distance learning modes, to higher education and workforce training, including appropriate applied baccalaureate degrees, in our service area. As a community college committed to our mission, we seek to recruit and retain a workforce that: Values intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching Is attracted by the college's mission to promote equitable access to educational opportunities Cares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for populations including; first generation college students, low-income students, and students from underserved communities. Focused on student academic achievement and postgraduate outcomes Welcomes difference and models respectful interaction with others Engages with the community both within and outside of ACC Job Posting Title: Director, Information Security Operations Job Description Summary: The Director of Information Security Operations will have purview over the college's cybersecurity operations. This position is responsible for scanning and monitoring the college's technology landscape, and taking actions as needed to maintain a healthy security posture. The Director will work with third parties to maintain security in the following areas: Identity and Access Management (IAM), application security, data security, endpoint security, system and network security. The Director will partner with the CISO and GRC Manager to define appropriate cybersecurity policies and then enforce those policies across the organization. Job Description: Description of Duties and Tasks Provide leadership, coaching, and people management (hiring, performance, development) while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Manage day-to-day activities of the Security Operations Center (SOC) to detect, respond to, and mitigate security incidents effectively. Lead and coordinate incident response and operational recovery efforts to ensure timely resolution and resilience against cybersecurity events. Oversee and enhance key security systems (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, SIEM, etc.) to maintain a strong defense posture. Establish and maintain KPIs, and prepare regular reports on incident trends, vulnerabilities, and overall security effectiveness for executive leadership. Evaluate emerging technologies, perform regular vulnerability testing, and implement improvements to strengthen security capabilities. Partner with internal departments, third-party vendors, and leadership to align on security goals and ensure effective communication. Stay current on cybersecurity risks and trends, advising leadership on potential impacts and recommended strategies. Knowledge Strong understanding of relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including FERPA, FedRAMP, TAC 202, PCI-DSS, and HIPAA. Knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, COBIT as well as those from NIST standards( 800-53 and Cybersecurity Framework). Working knowledge of a wide range of technologies and best practices for securing databases, servers, applications, networks, and integrations. Expert knowledge of the key concepts in user access controls, authentication mechanisms, and identity management principles. Strong knowledge of data privacy regulations, encryption, data security tools, and recovery techniques. Familiarity with accounting practices, PMI-based project management, and ITIL-based IT Service Management (ITSM) concepts. Skills Proven ability to lead teams effectively, coordinate others' work, and maintain positive, collaborative relationships. Demonstrated experience in IT operations, access management, data protection, and security hardware configuration. Skilled in assessing, testing, and reporting vulnerabilities to strengthen organizational security posture. Experienced in overseeing external partners for outsourced operations and implementation of new security tools. Strong business acumen, conceptual thinking, and planning abilities for driving informed, strategic decisions. Self-motivated and detail-oriented with strong communication, organization, confidentiality, and follow-through skills. Required Work Experience Five (5) years of experience in Information Technology, audit or compliance roles of progressively increasing responsibility. Five (5) years of related work experience leading a Cybersecurity organization. Preferred Work Experience Ten (10) years of experience in Information Technology, audit or compliance roles with progressively increasing responsibility, including at least seven (7) years in information security. Seven (7) years of related work experience leading Cybersecurity teams. Required Education Bachelor's degree in a technology or Business related field of study such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business or Business Information Systems. Experience cannot be substituted for required, applicable educational level. Special Requirements Reliable transportation for travel in the Austin area as required. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification. ITIL Foundation-level certification or above. Unexpired PMP or equivalent PMI-based Project Management certification. Physical Requirements Work is performed in a standard office or similar environment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting of objects up to 10 pounds. Safety Supervise the safe operation of the unit. Facilitate safety inspections. Take reasonable and prudent actions to eliminate identified hazards. Ensure employees receive appropriate safety training and foster a workplace safety culture. Salary Range (PG 129) $124,584 - $155,730 Number of Openings: 1 Job Posting Close Date: January 26, 2026 Clery Act As required by the US Department of Education, employees are required to report violations under Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes. If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified, trained, and provided resources for reporting. Disclaimer The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. ACC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by ACC at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job. To apply, please visit: Copyright 2025 Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-2e2bc89ab780fb4cee42cec
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Bowie, Maryland
Job Posting:JR101263 Director of Information Security / Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) (Open)Department:BSU Business Operations, PMPosition Type:RegularOpen Date:09-30-2025Close Date:$150,000 - $170,000Job Description:The Director of Information Security / Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive information security strategy supporting academic, research, and administrative functions. This strategic leader will direct the Information Security Office (ISO), manage audits, oversee compliance, and serve as the primary authority on institutional cybersecurity. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of a campus-wide security program Oversee ISO and Info Assurance Specialists Implement secure cloud and zero-trust architectures Direct GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance) efforts Manage audits and incident response Promote cybersecurity awareness Advise senior leadership and external partners Manage security vendors and budgets Support grant and research cybersecurity needs Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field 10+ years of cybersecurity leadership experience Strong understanding of NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA CISSP certification required Preferred Qualifications Master's degree Experience with higher ed data compliance Familiarity with research security standards CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Visas and labor certification will not be sponsored for this position. Application only accepted from citizens or permanent residents. Note: Position excluded from Union Representation and Collective Bargaining Additional Job Information: Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; paid time for paid sick leave, annual leave, and personal leave; 12 paid holidays per year, tuition remission; employer-funded pension and supplemental retirement accounts Bowie State University shall not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or veteran status. All policies, programs, and activities of Bowie State University are and shall be in conformity with all pertinent Federal and state laws of nondiscrimination including, but not limited to: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination Act, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Federal Executive Order No. 11375, and Article 49B of the Annotated Code of Maryland. This commitment applies in all areas and embraces faculty, staff, and students.Equal opportunity of access to academic and related programs shall be extended to all persons. Bowie State University shall have as its firm objective equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring, rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention and dismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment. The University will stress equal access for employees and applicants for employment to all programs and services provided by the University both on and off campus. The University will also provide equal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination with respect to women and members of minority groups in all its operations. In addition, the University shall promote equal opportunity and equal treatment through a positive and continuing Affirmative Action Program.The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonable accommodations to promote the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the University's business. In addition, employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in, or may have engaged in, activities such as filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance review or hearing, or opposing any act or practice made unlawful, or exercising any other right protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended or the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended.
Job Posting:JR101263 Director of Information Security / Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) (Open)Department:BSU Business Operations, PMPosition Type:RegularOpen Date:09-30-2025Close Date:$150,000 - $170,000Job Description:The Director of Information Security / Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive information security strategy supporting academic, research, and administrative functions. This strategic leader will direct the Information Security Office (ISO), manage audits, oversee compliance, and serve as the primary authority on institutional cybersecurity. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of a campus-wide security program Oversee ISO and Info Assurance Specialists Implement secure cloud and zero-trust architectures Direct GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance) efforts Manage audits and incident response Promote cybersecurity awareness Advise senior leadership and external partners Manage security vendors and budgets Support grant and research cybersecurity needs Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field 10+ years of cybersecurity leadership experience Strong understanding of NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA CISSP certification required Preferred Qualifications Master's degree Experience with higher ed data compliance Familiarity with research security standards CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Visas and labor certification will not be sponsored for this position. Application only accepted from citizens or permanent residents. Note: Position excluded from Union Representation and Collective Bargaining Additional Job Information: Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance; paid time for paid sick leave, annual leave, and personal leave; 12 paid holidays per year, tuition remission; employer-funded pension and supplemental retirement accounts Bowie State University shall not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or veteran status. All policies, programs, and activities of Bowie State University are and shall be in conformity with all pertinent Federal and state laws of nondiscrimination including, but not limited to: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination Act, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Federal Executive Order No. 11375, and Article 49B of the Annotated Code of Maryland. This commitment applies in all areas and embraces faculty, staff, and students.Equal opportunity of access to academic and related programs shall be extended to all persons. Bowie State University shall have as its firm objective equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring, rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention and dismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment. The University will stress equal access for employees and applicants for employment to all programs and services provided by the University both on and off campus. The University will also provide equal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination with respect to women and members of minority groups in all its operations. In addition, the University shall promote equal opportunity and equal treatment through a positive and continuing Affirmative Action Program.The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonable accommodations to promote the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the University's business. In addition, employees and applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in, or may have engaged in, activities such as filing a complaint, assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance review or hearing, or opposing any act or practice made unlawful, or exercising any other right protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended or the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended.