Chief Information Security Officer

Introduction

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using cutting-edge research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Division of Management Services, Bureau of Technology Management is currently recruiting to fill a Chief Information Security Officer (Management Information Chief) position. This position will be located at our central office at 3099 E. Washington Ave., Madison, WI.

NOTE: This is a reannouncement. If you previously applied for this job ID and were found eligible, you do not need to reapply. You will be considered with your current scores/results.

Position Summary

This position oversees and leads the Information Security Section and is responsible for the agency’s IT security program and the security of agency data by developing and administering policies and initiatives that comply with mandates from the state’s Division of Enterprise Technology (DET); Federal laws, regulations, and guidelines; and sound security and privacy practices. This position is also the agency’s HIPAA Security Officer, working with divisional staff to implement policies and procedures to avoid, identify, contain, and resolve breaches of ePHI (electronic personal health information). Other responsibilities include conducting audits and remediation of existing systems and leading the effort to identify, assess, and communicate internal and external threats, vulnerabilities, and risks as well as ensuring that robust monitoring, timely detection, containment and incident response necessary to mitigate the exposure caused by the breach is in place.

Salary Information

The starting pay is between $100000 and $129105 per year; plus excellent benefits. Pay upon appointment may vary and will be in accordance with language in the Compensation Plan, Statutes, and Administrative Code. This is a Career Executive position in pay schedule/range 70-02. A two-year Career Executive trial period is required.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
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Job Details

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application. The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency to employment. Applicants who fail or refuse the drug screen will not be given further consideration for employment.

NOTE: This position is eligible to work remotely up to 3 days per week.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified candidates will have experience:

• Developing and implementing IT security standards, policies, and/or procedures
• Supervising and managing employees (e.g., hiring; assigning, directing, and evaluating work; disciplinary matters; developing performance standards and providing training)
• Coordinating and managing an IT Incident Response Team (IRT)
  
  

In addition to the above, well-qualified candidates will have experience:

• Auditing and evaluating IT security compliance procedures and effectiveness; recommending corrective action as needed.
• Conducting IT security reviews and vulnerability assessments
• Investigating and reporting on IT security breaches and violations
• Developing and implementing security policies and procedures related to HIPAA
• Overseeing and directing the deployment of enterprise/organizational wide IT security tools
  
  

How To Apply

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Applicants should attach a letter of qualification and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualification and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position. Your letter of qualification and resume should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.

Your submission will be evaluated by one or more job experts. The most eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualification, if interested please click here.

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Specialist: Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Deadline to Apply

On-line application materials must be finalized by 11:59 pm on 7/24/2024 in order to be considered.

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