IT Security Supervisor - Information Technology

Fort Bend County • Richmond, TX

2d • $57 - $71 • Onsite

About The Position

Fort Bend County is seeking an experienced IT Security Supervisor to lead the IT Security Team. This role involves developing and implementing security controls, overseeing network monitoring and breach investigations, providing regular security reports to management, and conducting cybersecurity education for county employees. The supervisor will collaborate closely with the IT Security Manager and other IT Managers on all cybersecurity matters and will be on-call 24/7 for IT support issues. The position also requires participation in emergency management activities during local disasters as directed.

Fort Bend County is recognized as one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, emphasizing a high quality of life for its residents. The county values diversity and inclusivity, fostering a welcoming workplace environment for all.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in cybersecurity related field (High School/GED and four years of relevant professional experience in addition to 7 years required experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree)
• 7 years of job related experience including 5 years supervisory/management experience.
• Thorough knowledge of the following technologies: network security, web application security, mobile device security, anti-virus, anti-malware, two-factor authentication, data loss prevention, backup and storage, identity and access management, encryption, email security, Microsoft 365, SCCM, Endpoint protection, Firewalls, VPNs, Single Sign-on, Active Directory, access control, patch management, incident response, application security, vulnerability assessment.
• Requires successful CJIS background check prior to hire date.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily activities of the IT Security Team.
• Develops and implements security controls, as well as a suite of security services and tools to address and mitigate security risk.
• Oversees the daily monitoring of computer networks and the investigations of security breaches.
• Provides timely reporting of security related systems and events to various levels of management on a regular basis.
• Provides cybersecurity education and awareness training to County employees.
• Works closely with the IT Security Manager and other IT Managers across the Department on all cybersecurity issues.
• On-call 24/7 for IT support issues.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Benefits

• All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).
• Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager