Chief Security Officer (CSO)
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Job Location:
Topeka, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The City of Topeka is seeking an experienced Chief Security Officer (CSO) to lead and coordinate all aspects of physical and cybersecurity across the organization. The CSO will develop and implement comprehensive strategies and lead investigations to protect the Citys information systems infrastructure and data and ensure compliance with state federal and local regulations.
What youll do:
- Develop and implement a unified security program aligned with the Citys goals and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with the City Manager and/or executive team to assess security posture and prioritize high-impact initiatives.
- Lead risk assessments threat intelligence and vulnerability management.
- Oversee incident response crisis management investigations business continuity and disaster recovery.
The ideal candidate:
- Has an expert understanding of cybersecurity principles municipal governance and regulatory compliance (CJIS HIPAA NIST etc.).
- Is highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Has excellent leadership communication and crisis management skills.
- Is a critical thinker with the ability to analyze information solve complex problems and make sound decisions.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Security Management IT Safety Management Criminal Justice or a related field is required with at least five years of experience in security administration and overseeing both physical and information security. OR
- A high school diploma or its equivalent is required with nine years of experience in security administration and overseeing both physical and information security.
- Relevant certification in IT management such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) and/or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) preferred.
Annual Entry Salary: Up to $130000 DOQ
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The City of Topeka offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:
- Health/Dental Insurance
- Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
- Generous Paid Vacation & Holidays
- KPERS 401(a) Retirement Plan
- (457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
- Full-service fitness facility
- Free Parking
- Employee Assistance Program
The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Required Experience:
Chief
Key Skills
- Business
- Criminal Justice
- Security Management
- Compliance
- Clearance
- General Managements
- Security Requirements
- Security Systems
- General studies
- Access Control
- Security Procedures
- Information Security
- Risk Assessments
- Security Issues
- Physical Security
About Company
The City of Topeka manages operational performance through a series of methods and provides open data for government transparency.
