Director of Identity and Information Security

Hofstra University•Hempstead, NY

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About The Position

The Director of Identity and Information Security role calls for progressively responsible professional experience in information technology, particularly information security, identity and access management, or a related area. The position requires the ability to communicate technical details effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences and to carry out its responsibilities with humility, grace, and optimism. The role also requires understanding and respect for the academic, cultural, and social diversity of the Hofstra University community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least five years of full-time professional experience in information technology, including progressively responsible experience in information security, identity and access management, or a related area.
Demonstrated fluency in written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate technical details effectively to technical and non-technical individuals.
Demonstrated willingness and ability to carry out the essential responsibilities with humility, grace, and optimism.
Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the academic, cultural, and social diversity of the Hofstra University community.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in computer science, computer engineering, information security, or a related field.
One or more relevant professional certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA.
Experience leading identity and access management strategy and programs, including Okta or a similar identity platform.
Experience with Lenel S2 or other enterprise physical access control systems, and with securing physical security technologies.
Experience with state and federal information security regulatory requirements, including GLBA, FERPA, and HIPAA, and other compliance requirements such as PCI.
Knowledge of and experience applying industry-standard IT security frameworks, such as NIST and HECVAT.
Significant experience in computing and information security, network security, and security incident response and recovery in a higher education environment.
Significant experience communicating security principles and concepts to non-technical stakeholders, and success improving cybersecurity awareness in a higher education environment.
Demonstrated experience and success advising and collaborating with relevant stakeholders, including senior leadership, Internal Audit, outside auditors, and consultants.
Professional experience in a leadership role at a higher education institution.