Job Description
General Description & Classification Standards:
The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is a pivotal executive role within the Information Technology (IT) department, directly reporting to the Chief Information/Technology Officer. The CISO is responsible for leading the organization's information security efforts, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and systems. This role requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, regulatory compliance, risk management, and effective leadership to safeguard the organization against cyber threats.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Education and Experience:
o Bachelor's degree in information technology or cybersecurity or a related field and a minimum of 10 years’ experience in information security, with progressive leadership responsibilities
or
o A minimum of 15 years’ experience in information security, with progressive leadership responsibilities without an equivalent degree (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis).
o Proven track record of success in developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies in medium to large organizations.
o Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, etc.
• Leadership and Communication:
o Significant experience as an IT leader in medium to large organizations.
o Demonstrated ability to incorporate core values of integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (ICARE).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Advanced Education and Experience:
o Master's degree in information technology or cybersecurity.
• Communication and Collaboration Skills:
o Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex cybersecurity concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with Emerging Technologies:
o Experience with emerging technologies such as cloud computing, IoT, AI, and their implications for cybersecurity.
• Certifications:
o Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or similar.
Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
Overall Responsibility Statement:
• These are typical responsibilities for this position. The listed responsibilities should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.
It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.
Closing Date/Time: 2024-06-18
Job Address
Atlanta, Georgia
United States
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