Chief Information Security Officer (Contract)
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Springfield, VT - USA
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:58662
Opening Date: 09/30/2026
Closing Date: 10/13/2026
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title:CONTRACTUAL WORKER - 10000
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Hourly $76.00; up to $148800 annually.
Please Note:Former retired state employees will only be allowed to hire in at 80% of their base retirement
Job Type: Hourly
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code: Exempt
Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly monthly or other schedule) dependent on operational need
Headquarter Location: 1000 E Converse Ave Springfield Illinois 62702
Work County: Sangamon
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A resume is required to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
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- Serves as the Departments Chief Information Security Officer leading the agency information security program in coordination with the Department of Innovation and Technology under the Department of Innovation and Technology Act (20 Illinois Compiled Statutes 1370) and the Data Security on State Computers Act (20 Illinois Compiled Statutes 450): Establishes maintains and enforces the Departments information security policies standards and procedures consistent with the Department of Innovation and Technology enterprise security framework applicable National Institute of Standards and Technology standards and the Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Justice Information Services Security Policy. Develops and administers the Departments information security risk management program including periodic risk assessments security control assessments and plans of action and milestones. Provides administrative input into the development of Department information technology policies standard operating procedures and security-related directives. Assesses and evaluates the effectiveness of information security operations policies procedures and internal controls and drives continuous improvement based on assessment findings audit results and threat trends. Advises Department executive leadership on information security posture emerging risks and resource requirements.
- Serves as the Departments designated security official and Information Security Officer for regulated data ensuring compliance with state and federal information protection requirements: Serves as the designated security official for protected health information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Security Rule (45 Code of Federal Regulations 164.308(a)(2)) for the Departments electronic health record environment. Serves as the agency Information Security Officer for criminal justice information under the Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Justice Information Services Security Policy. Administers compliance with the Personal Information Protection Act (815 Illinois Compiled Statutes 530) and the Identity Protection Act (5 Illinois Compiled Statutes 179) including safeguards for personal information and Social Security numbers. Maintains the Departments data classification and data handling standards across the Microsoft 365 environment the electronic health record system the offender management system and other systems of record. Coordinates information security obligations arising under the Freedom of Information Act and applicable records retention requirements with the Office of the General Counsel and the Department Freedom of Information Act carrying out this designated security official role implements and oversees the technical safeguards required to keep protected health information secure; prevents unauthorized access to protected health information through access controls authentication and audit controls; establishes and implements procedures for the secure transmission of electronic protected health information (ePHI) including encryption in transit; and determines and maintains requirements for the proper storage of ePHI including encryption at rest and retention.
- Directs the Departments security operations incident response and breach notification activities in coordination with the Department of Innovation and Technology: Establishes and maintains the Departments incident response plan and serves as the agency point of accountability for information security incidents. Coordinates detection containment investigation and recovery activities with the Department of Innovation and Technology security operations and where applicable law enforcement. Administers breach notification determinations and timelines required under the Personal Information Protection Act (815 Illinois Compiled Statutes 530) and other applicable authorities. Oversees identity and access management privileged access controls and insider threat monitoring across Department systems and facilities. Governs the security of connected operational technology across Department facilities including surveillance access control body worn camera and related systems.
- Serves as the Departments information security lead for external audits compliance reviews and oversight inquiries: Serves as primary point of contact for the Office of the Auditor General the Department of Innovation and Technology Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Justice Information Services audits internal audit and other oversight bodies on information security matters. Coordinates the Departments information security audit response including document production walkthrough interviews finding responses and corrective action plans. Tracks open findings management responses and remediation status through closure. Prepares security briefing materials attestations and exhibits as needed.
- Plans develops and delivers information security training and awareness across the Department: Designs and conducts security awareness training for Department staff and role based training for staff handling criminal justice information protected health information and other sensitive data. Develops and maintains security reference materials acceptable use guidance and incident reporting procedures. Promotes a culture of security awareness and accountability across Department divisions and facilities.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
- Requires Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in information security computer science information technology or a closely related field.
- Requires a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in information security including experience developing and administering information security policies and risk management programs.
- Requires demonstrated working knowledge of NIST security standards the FBI CJIS Security Policy and the HIPAA Security Rule
- Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee regardless of position held is prohibited.
- Required to utilize digital technology tools platforms and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency productivity and digital transformation efforts within the department.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Agency Statement:
The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity equity and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations hiring policies and procedures and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly respectfully and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agencys success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued respected and included.
Through our commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including but not limited to racism ageism ableism sexism discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender and religious oppression.
The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in the behavior of individuals in custody operating successful reentry programs and reducing victimization.
Employees enjoy excellent benefits including health vision and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; tuition reimbursement; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.
The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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