Public Service Manager II - Deputy Chief Information Security Officer

State of Maine•Augusta, ME

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead the next phase of cybersecurity maturity for the State of Maine. The Deputy Chief Information Security Officer serves as second-in-command for Information Security Office and leads a team of approximately 40 cybersecurity professionals dedicated to protecting Executive Branch systems, data, and critical services. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), this role provides strategic, operational, and organizational leadership across the full cybersecurity lifecycle: govern, identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover. This position serves as CISO in their absence and plays a central leadership role in advancing State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program initiatives, modernizing National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) aligned policies, strengthening workforce development through National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) framework alignment, leading secure procurement practices through cybersecurity-focused contract review, and building a high-performing security organization. Hybrid Work Opportunity – This position has the potential to work from home up to 90% of the time with management approval.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, public administration, or related field, and
A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in information security or cybersecurity roles, including substantial leadership or managerial responsibility.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading large, diverse cybersecurity teams
Demonstrated experience implementing or aligning programs with NIST frameworks
Experience modernizing cybersecurity workforce programs using NICE framework concepts
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CGRC, PMP, or equivalent
Lifelong learner
Strategic Leadership- Demonstrated ability to align cybersecurity initiatives with enterprise risk management and business objectives.
Operational Excellence- Proven success in advancing security maturity across governance, architecture, operations, and response functions.
Policy and Regulatory Expertise- Strong understanding of NIST frameworks, federal cybersecurity requirements, and state regulatory environments.
Organizational Development- Experience building high-performing teams, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and coaching managers.
Executive Communication- Ability to communicate complex technical and risk concepts clearly to senior leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
Collaborative Influence- Skilled at working across agencies, branches of government, and external partners to advance shared security objectives.

Responsibilities

Refine, Develop, Lead and Execute Strategy- Serve as principal advisor and operational partner to the CISO. Translate enterprise cybersecurity strategy into executable roadmaps and measurable outcomes, and support the continuous review and update of the strategy to address evolving risks, technologies, and business priorities. Lead maturity advancement across governance, identification, protection, detection, response, and recovery capabilities. Directly leads a team of AISOs and supports the CISO in overseeing three additional managers. Act as CISO in their absence.
State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Leadership- Direct planning, implementation, and oversight of initiatives funded through the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program. Coordinate with state agencies, municipalities, and partners to ensure grant deliverables strengthen cyber resilience statewide. Oversee reporting, compliance, and performance metrics tied to grant objectives. Align grant investments with long-term strategic security priorities.
Policy Modernization- Lead modernization of cybersecurity policies to align with NIST frameworks and evolving federal requirements. Ensure regulatory compliance with state and federal data protection laws. Integrate policy updates into operational practice through collaboration with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), Security Operations Center (SOC), Risk Management, Procurement, Attorney General’s Office, and State Auditor. Embed security requirements into procurement processes and vendor oversight.
Workforce Modernization and Team Development- Establish and lead a Cybersecurity Champion Program to embed security advocates across business units, building the program from inception through design, stakeholder engagement, training, and ongoing governance to strengthen security culture and extend operational reach. Advance workforce strategy using NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework principles. Develop role clarity, career pathways, and capability growth across ISO. Coach and mentor cybersecurity managers to expand leadership capacity. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Operational Oversight and Crisis Leadership- Provide executive oversight for incident response and crisis management. Guide response teams during significant security events. Remove barriers, mediate disputes, and resolve issues before executive escalation. Support budget development, grant proposals, and resource planning.
Project and Program Governance- Work with the Program Manager leading key security initiatives. Ensure timely delivery of risk-reducing projects that strengthen enterprise resilience. Provide informed recommendations to senior leadership based on risk assessments and threat intelligence.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.91% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.