Director of Security and Planning

George Fox University•Newberg, OR

48d•Onsite

About The Position

George Fox University's Institutional Technology department is seeking a strategic and collaborative individual to safeguard the university's information assets and guide the strategic execution of technology initiatives through leadership of the information security program and project portfolio management processes. The Director of Security and Planning works closely with campus constituents to identify, assess, and mitigate information security risks, and to ensure that technology projects are aligned with institutional priorities. This role involves supporting the development and execution of a comprehensive security roadmap and establishing a robust project management framework to support the university's mission. In this position, the Director will shape the work of cross-functional teams to address security and project needs through the development of clear policies, effective risk management, and disciplined project execution.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree or further education.
A combination of education and experience that prepares you to be a successful leader of technical projects and security initiatives.
Experience with information security principles, risk assessment, and incident response.
Experience with project portfolio management methodologies (e.g., Agile, PMP).
Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS) and relevant regulations.
The ability to work independently on complex projects, to identify and delegate tasks and to determine progress toward critical milestones.
Communication skills that allow you to engage with business leaders and technical teams both verbally and in writing.
Strong listening skills and a collaborative approach to leadership.
Critical thinking skills and a logical approach to identify strengths and weaknesses of varied solutions.
The ability to explain complex and technical concepts in plain language.
Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or PMP.
Familiarity with higher education business processes and academic cycles.
Experience developing and delivering security awareness training programs.
A strong understanding of technical concepts and technology architecture.
Experience with project management software and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

Developing, implementing, and managing a university-wide information security program to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of institutional data.
Overseeing project and portfolio management for Institutional Technology, ensuring projects are prioritized, planned, and executed in alignment with strategic goals.
Leading the university's incident response plan, including preparation, detection, analysis, containment, and post-incident activities.
Establishing and managing the project management framework, standards, and processes for the department.
Conducting regular risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with policies and regulations (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA).
Facilitating the intake, prioritization, and resource planning for all technology projects in the portfolio.
Leading change management initiatives for Institutional Technology, particularly those related to security and project implementation.
Developing and delivering security awareness and training programs for faculty, staff, and students.
Working closely with campus stakeholders and constituents to align university technology deliverables with stakeholder input and customer requirements.
Organizing, leading and facilitating cross-functional project and/or task teams responsible for implementing new technology solutions.
Providing regular reporting on the status of the information security program and the project portfolio to the CIO and key stakeholders.
Building and maintaining partnerships throughout the campus community to support the educational and administrative needs of the institution.
Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
Other duties as assigned.