Information Security Officer

State of Indiana • Indianapolis, IN

391d • $79,118 - $79,118 • Remote

About The Position

The Information Security Officer (ISO) plays a crucial role in safeguarding the cybersecurity infrastructure of the Indiana Department of Health. This position combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on risk management, threat intelligence, and incident response. The ISO is responsible for developing security policies, conducting training, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, all while fostering a strong security culture within the organization.

Requirements

• Master's Degree with 5+ years of experience, or a Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years of experience, or an Associate's Degree with 9+ years of experience, or at least 11+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Broad knowledge of state and federal legislation and regulatory laws pertaining to information system security and privacy.
• Broad knowledge of computer programming languages and operating systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain information security standards.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of information technologists, including technical support, applications development, end users, and management.
• Ability to communicate effectively and delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to provide feedback, guidance, corrective action, coaching, and develop employee skillsets.

Nice To Haves

• Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct efforts for inclusion of information security safeguards during developmental stages of new automated and manual information systems.
• Provide guidance and direction for the physical protection of information systems accessed by other functional units.
• Provide reports to management regarding the effectiveness of information security and make recommendations for the adoption of new procedures.
• Determine appropriate policy and standards for information and physical security safeguards for the protection of assets and confidentiality of information.
• Direct the development, testing, and implementation of information security management software programs that monitor the integrity of sensitive application programs, computer operating systems, telecommunications networks, and computer hardware.
• Manage the development, implementation, and testing of appropriate security plans and control techniques necessary to protect against errors, omissions, fraudulent access, espionage, sabotage, natural disasters, and utility failures.
• Conduct security lectures and training programs.
• Perform periodic audits to ensure security policies and standards are being followed and recommend enhancements where necessary.
• Manage the development of procedures for detecting, reporting, and investigating breaches in security, and direct the investigation of security breaches in collaboration with the Indiana State Police.
• Maintain a continuing review of existing and proposed state and federal legislation and regulatory laws pertaining to information system security and privacy.

Benefits

• Three medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• Health savings account with bi-weekly state contribution.
• Flexible work scheduling options, including potential for hybrid remote work.
• Deferred compensation 457B account with employer match.
• Two fully-funded pension plan options.
• Comprehensive leave policies including 150 hours of paid new parent leave and up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral Bonus program.
• Employee assistance program for covered behavioral health visits.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free Parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree