Information Security Officer *Previous Applicants Need Not Apply*
Information Security Officer *Previous Applicants Need Not Apply*
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Job Description
Title: Information Security Officer *Previous Applicants Need Not Apply*
State Role Title:Information Security Officer
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience Up to $120000
Pay Band:UG
Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law
Location:Office of the Attorney General
Agency Website: Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Lead the development and implementation of information security policies standards and procedures for the Commonwealth
Oversee security risk assessments vulnerability management and incident response activities
Develop and manage the information security budget and resource allocation
Coordinate with agency leadership to align security initiatives with organizational objectives
Ensure compliance with relevant standards including NIST FISMA and VA-specific security requirements
Provide security guidance and expertise to IT projects across state agencies
Lead security awareness training programs for state employees
Collaborate with federal state and local partners on cybersecurity initiatives
Manage security operations including monitoring detection and response
Report security metrics and program status to executive leadership
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum 7 years of experience in information security with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Thorough knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks standards and best practices
Experience implementing and managing enterprise security solutions
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to information security
Experience with security incident response and management
Additional Considerations
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Cybersecurity Information Technology or related field; or equivalent experience
Masters degree in Cybersecurity Information Assurance or related field
CISSP CISM or equivalent security certification
Experience working in government or public sector environments
Knowledge of Virginia state government IT infrastructure and processes
Experience with cloud security in government environments
Special Instructions
Kindly utilize the Virginia Jobs website () to submit your application. Applications sent to the Recruitment email address will not be reviewed for the hiring process. We do not entertain phone calls or emails inquiring about application status; instead please login to the PageUp/RMS system for updates on your applications status.
Contact Information
Name: OAG Recruitment
Phone:
Email:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
