Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance Coordinator

Washington County, OR

$116K — $140K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, or related field
  • 5 years of experience in information systems design, development, or analysis
  • 2 years in information security business continuity or compliance
  • 2 years in a supervisory or technical leadership role
  • Ability to obtain PCI DSS Internal Security Assessor certification within 3 months of hire

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the central point of contact for technology and electronic data security
  • Coordinate cross-department communication regarding cybersecurity
  • Support compliance efforts across the County
  • Assist in risk assessment and incident response processes
  • Provide training and education on cybersecurity practices

Benefits

  • Centralized organization of over 80 IT professionals
  • Partnership opportunities with various County departments
  • Focus on strengthening security posture through awareness and education
  • Opportunities for career advancement in a growing department
  • Engagement in critical County services and operations
Full Job Description
Note: This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed.

Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Type:
Regular

Pay Range:
$116,034.96 - $140,982.60 Salary

Department:
Information Technology Services

FLSA Exemption Status:
Exempt

The Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance Coordinator serves as the County's central point of contact for technology and electronic data security, regulatory compliance, and technology continuity and recovery planning. The position coordinates cross-department communication, supports compliance efforts, assists with risk and incident processes, and provides countywide training and education.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:
• Information systems and network administration fundamentals
• Information technology emergency management and recovery methods
• Training and development practices

Skill to:
• Manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines
• Translate technical information into user-friendly language

Ability to:
• Interpret and support adherence to laws, regulations, and security standards
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with diverse individuals and groups
• Provide guidance and mentorship to colleagues on best practices and compliance requirements

To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
  • A bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, or related field; and five (5) years of professional, consultative, or technical experience in the design, development, or analysis of information systems, including at least two (2)years information security business continuity or compliance responsibilities, and two (2) years in a supervisory, lead, or technical leadership capacity. Leadership in technology projects may substitute for supervisory experience.

OR
  • Seven (7) years of professional, consultative, or technical experience in the design, development, or analysis of information systems, including at least two (2) years information security business continuity or compliance responsibilities, and two (2) years in a supervisory, lead, or technical leadership capacity. Leadership in technology projects may substitute for supervisory experience.


Additional Requirements:
  • Availability for assigned after hours support
  • Availability during a County cybersecurity incident or County emergency.
  • Must obtain and maintain the PCI DSS Internal Security Assessor (ISA) certification within three (3) months of hire.
  • Background Check: The selected finalist(s) for this position must be able to pass a thorough background investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Office. The background Investigation for this position typically take 6-8 weeks to complete so you will want to plan accordingly. The information that will be required when you complete the Personal History Statement includes, but is not limited to:
  • Employment Information (past 10 years or back to age 17; 3 co- workers will be requested from each past employer)
  • Residential Information (past 10 years or back to age 17)
  • Financial Information
  • References (6 without using the same people as coworker or supervisor references)
  • Family Member Information
  • Driving History
  • Past/Present Drug Use and/or Controlled Substances
  • Criminal History


About the Department/Division:

Washington County's Information Technology Services (ITS) Department is a centralized organization of over 80 professionals that delivers enterprise technology solutions supporting critical County services and operations. ITS partners with departments across the County to provide reliable, secure, and future-ready technology services.

The Information Security Division is a four-person team responsible for strengthening the County's security posture by promoting security awareness and education, maintaining governance, risk, and compliance activities, leading incident response and business continuity efforts, and managing threats and vulnerabilities across County systems.

Selection Process:

You can review our standard selection process here.

Notice: Washington County is currently undergoing a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The purpose of this project is to create new job descriptions and create new classification and compensation systems. Outcomes of the project will include changes to classification titles, and which could impact compensation structures. No one will have their pay rate lowered because of this project. For represented positions, appropriate bargaining processes will be utilized prior to implementation.

Questions?

Recruiter:
Laura Aranda

Email Address:
[email protected]

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