Salary: $100,000.00 - $145,000.00 Annually
Location : 1825 Hendry Street, Fort Myers, FL
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 08111KC
Department: Innovation and Technology
Opening Date: 11/13/2026
Closing Date: 11/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
DescriptionLee County is seeking a seasoned cybersecurity professional to lead the County's enterprise cybersecurity program and help protect critical systems, data, and services. This position serves as the County's cybersecurity leader, overseeing security operations, risk management, compliance, incident response, disaster recovery, vendor management, budgeting, and cybersecurity project delivery.
You'll work closely with Information Technology leadership, County departments, procurement, finance, legal, vendors, consultants, and other stakeholders to implement effective security practices, manage risk, and support the County's operational and strategic priorities.
This position is a great fit for an experienced professional who enjoys balancing strategic planning with operational execution, leading complex initiatives, managing competing priorities, and driving continuous improvement in cybersecurity services and organizational resilience.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesWhat You Will Do- Lead the County's cybersecurity strategy, governance, policies, standards, controls, and day-to-day security operations.
- Oversee security monitoring, threat detection, vulnerability management, incident response, and remediation activities.
- Assess and prioritize cybersecurity risks related to systems, applications, networks, projects, and third-party vendors.
- Lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning, including documentation, testing, exercises, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Develop and manage cybersecurity operating and capital budgets, including forecasting, expenditure monitoring, and resource planning.
- Manage cybersecurity contracts, licensing, procurement activities, vendor relationships, service levels, and compliance requirements.
- Plan and deliver cybersecurity projects and oversee the selection, implementation, and enhancement of security technologies and services.
- Coordinate audits, assessments, regulatory compliance activities, reporting, metrics, and corrective action plans.
- Communicate cybersecurity risks, priorities, recommendations, and resource needs to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Lead cybersecurity staff and coordinate the work of internal teams, consultants, contractors, and service providers.
- Promote cybersecurity awareness, best practices, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, LicensingWhat We're Looking ForAny combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Two (2) years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, or a closely related field.
Related experience may include- Cybersecurity operations, security administration, or security engineering
- Risk management, governance, compliance, and audit support within a network security role
- Incident response, threat management, and vulnerability management
- Disaster recovery and business continuity planning
- Security monitoring and access control administration
- Security technology implementation and project coordination
- Information technology infrastructure, networking, or systems administration
- Leading projects, initiatives, consultants, contractors, or service providers within a network security role
Preferred Qualifications- Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in cybersecurity, information security, or a related field.
- Experience leading an enterprise cybersecurity program or major cybersecurity function.
- Experience developing cybersecurity strategies, policies, governance frameworks, and risk management programs.
- Experience managing cybersecurity budgets, contracts, procurement activities, and vendor relationships.
- Experience presenting cybersecurity risks, recommendations, and priorities to executive leadership.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, GIAC, Security+, or related credentials.
- Experience working with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, disaster recovery planning, and regulatory compliance programs.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence stakeholders, build relationships, and drive organizational change.
Supplemental InformationThis is an opportunity to play a key leadership role in protecting County operations, services, and information assets. You'll influence cybersecurity strategy, lead critical initiatives, manage diverse stakeholders, and help strengthen the County's security and resilience while supporting essential services provided to residents, businesses, and visitors. The position offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, drive innovation, and make a lasting impact on the County's technology and security landscape.
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How many years of professional experience do you have in cybersecurity, information security, or a related field?
(Be sure to include this experience in your work history.) - Less than 2 years
- 2 to 4 years
- 5 to 7 years
- 8 to 10 years
- More than 10 years
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Do you have experience managing cybersecurity vendors, contracts, licensing agreements, or procurement activities?
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Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
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