City of Baltimore (Mayor and City Council of Baltimore)

Information Security Operations Lead, IT Specialist IV - BCIT

Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree required.
  • Four years of specialty IT experience (e.g., system/network engineering, information security).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Preferred experience leading IT projects.
  • Previous government IT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain IT Security Standards.
  • Collaborate with the Baltimore City Information Security Council for feedback incorporation.
  • Identify and prioritize IT Standards updates.
  • Create milestone plans for standard implementation.
  • Act as the main liaison with the Information Security Council.
  • Support the development of an exception process and risk management framework.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in information security controls.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for skill development within a growing information security team.
  • Engagement with a collaborative city department and IT Security Council.
  • Potential to influence city-wide IT security practices and standards.
Full Job Description
Salary Range:

$87,373.00 - $139,674.00 / Annually

Job Summary

BCIT is looking for an information security governance lead. In this role, you will develop and maintain IT Security Standards and work with the Baltimore City Information Security Council to ensure they are reviewed and that all feedback is addressed. You will identify and prioritize the IT Standards that need to be updated and work with the Security Council to develop realistic milestones plans to ensure all standards are implemented. You will be the primary interface to the Information Security Council and support Baltimore City IT's objective to build positive relationships as we update our IT and IT Security. You will support the development of an exception process and a robust risk management framework. This is a challenging role in a growing information security team, and an opportunity to act as an information security controls subject matter expert, while broadening your skills in an enterprise information security policy and compliance program.

Minimum Qualifications:

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

Education: Have a Bachelor of Science degree.

AND

Experience: Have Four years of related specialty IT experience (for example, but not limited to: system engineering, network engineering, information security, application programming, systems design, hierarchical/relational database management, GIS experience, custom report writing or developing and supporting cloud-based software integration).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Previous IT work lead experience is preferred.
  • Previous IT experience in government is preferred.


OR

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced technical credentials may be substituted for six months of experience or education. Multiple certifications may receive additional credit towards education/experience.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Advanced technical credentials, e.g., Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), preferred.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. **

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  • Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, and enhancement of microcomputer systems and mainframe client servers.
  • Knowledge of the interrelationship of systems analysis, computer programming, and information technology operations.
  • Knowledge of current trends and developments in network-based communications systems.
  • Knowledge of computer-based communications protocols.
  • Skill in developing database queries and generating reports.
  • Skill in installing, repairing, and troubleshooting network programs, hardware, and systems.
  • Skill in cartographic map design, accuracy of presentation with required map components and elements, layout and design.
  • Ability to analyze, apply logic and solve technology problems.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, management, technical co-workers and support specialists, and system users.
  • Ability to design complex systems consisting of a wide variety of programs, procedures, and forms.
  • Ability to schedule and perform preventative and corrective maintenance procedures and repairs.
  • Ability to write detailed technical reports and analyses.
  • Ability to develop a working knowledge of computer systems software and operating systems.
  • Ability to develop systems software and systems software testing procedures.


Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-months.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Selection Process

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Financial Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

Your Recruiter: (Ayomide Arodoye)

If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Ayomide Arodoye, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at [email protected]

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