University of California  Los Angeles

Senior Unit Information Security Specialist

Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Five years of experience in cybersecurity, IT, or related fields.
  • Experience with IT systems and tools is essential.
  • Familiar with project management practices, including schedule management and risk communication.
  • Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment and promoting diversity.
  • Strong understanding of Information Security fundamentals and privacy regulations.
  • Ability to coordinate with Information Security teams to manage incidents effectively.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with campus organizations to analyze their information security needs.
  • Define programs and processes that comply with campus security standards.
  • Provide guidance on implementing technologies to protect institutional data.
  • Communicate security policies and initiatives effectively within organizations.
  • Coordinate with Digital & Technology Solutions for aligned service delivery.
  • Support the institution's mission by ensuring data protection for stakeholders.
  • Model UCLA's culture and values while executing security strategies.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits starting from day one.
  • Potential for individual salary consideration based on experience and skills.
  • Access to UC Total Compensation Estimator for financial transparency.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The UCLA Office of Information Security has established a program to collaborate with the campus community and organizations to implement information security best-practices, technologies, and initiatives that modernize and elevate our information security programs that protect our institution. The Senior Unit Information Security Specialist will collaborate with assigned organizations and the Assistant Chief Information Security Officer (ACISO) to analyze organizational information security needs, define programs, processes and practices that conform with campus security standards, and to provide guidance and support with the implementation of technologies and services that will protect institutional data. Additionally, the Senior Unit Information Security Specialist will ensure effective communication with assigned organizations regarding policies, initiatives and procedures are thoughtfully implemented within assigned organizations. The Senior Unit Information Security Specialist will coordinate with assigned customer groups and within the Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) organization to deliver services and capabilities that align with security programs and policies. The Senior UISS will positively impact UCLA's operations and culture by protecting University stakeholders' information and data in service of the institution's academic mission. This team member will advance the University's mission by delivering exceptional security services comprehensively and consistently for faculty, staff, and students. This role will execute UCLA's vision while modeling UCLA's culture and values.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

  • Five years experience working in one or more of the following fields: cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, computer information systems, etc. (Required)
  • Proven experience using IT systems and tools. (Required)
  • Experience working in a project-based environment using leading project management practices including schedule management, status reporting, and communication of project risks and issues. (Required)
  • Experience participating in activities to advance an inclusive environment that values equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. (Required)
  • Seven or more years experience working in one or more of the following fields: cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, computer information systems, etc. (Preferred)
  • Strong understanding and working knowledge of Information Security fundamentals. (Required)
  • Advanced knowledge of privacy and security regulations and best practices, including federal and state laws, policies, and standards relevant to higher education. Knowledge of data classification and ability to educate on data classification requirements. (Required)
  • Advanced knowledge of the relationship between threat, vulnerability, and information value in the context of Information Security risk management. (Required)
  • Ability to coordinate closely with other Information Security teams to effectively address security breaches or incidents. (Required)
  • Understanding of user lifecycle access activities, as well as identity and access management controls. (Required)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and is able to communicate complex technical ideas to a diverse community of colleagues and stakeholders. Can relay technical information to audiences of technical and non-technical stakeholders. (Required)
  • Able to establish and advance positive working relationships and a strong rapport with a diverse community of colleagues including team members, stakeholders, and customers. (Required)
  • Advanced organizational skills and is able to balance competing priorities and deliver concurrent projects to various stakeholder types. (Required)
  • Advanced problem-solving skills; ability to uncover root of difficult problems and scope solutions based on knowledge of available resources and timelines as well as awareness of vision and strategy. Seeks information from multiple and diverse sources to inform solutions. (Required)
  • Demonstrated ability to make decisions with integrity. (Required)
  • Thinks creatively and introduces innovations such as the incorporation of new technologies or processes. Thrives in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment. (Required)

  • Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

  • Bachelor's Degree in one or more of the following fields: information technology, computer science, business administration, communications or equivalent combination of experience and training. (Required)
  • One or more of the following: CISSP, CISA, Security+, CEH, CISM, or equivalent certification (Preferred)

  • Special Conditions for Employment

  • Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
  • Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

  • Schedule

    8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    Union/Policy Covered

    99-Policy Covered
    Complete Position Description

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    About University of California Los Angeles

    The University of California, Los Angeles is a public land-grant research university in Los Angeles, California. UCLA's academic roots were established in 1881 as a teachers college then known as the southern branch of the California State Normal School. This school was absorbed with the official founding of UCLA as the Southern Branch of the University of California in 1919, making it the second-oldest of the 10-campus University of California system. UCLA offers 337 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines, enrolling about 31,600 undergraduate and 14,300 graduate and professional students. UCLA received 174,914 undergraduate applications for Fall 2022, including transfers, making the school the most applied-to university in the United States. The university is organized into the College of Letters and Science and 12 professional schools. Six of the schools offer undergraduate degree programs: the School of the Arts and Architecture, Samueli School of Engineering, Herb Alpert School of Music, School of Nursing, Luskin School of Public Affairs and School of Theater, Film and Television. Three others are graduate-level professional health science schools: the David Geffen School of Medicine, School of Dentistry and Fielding School of Public Health. The School of Education & Information Studies, Anderson School of Management and School of Law round out the university.
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