Agency Information Security Officer - Public Service Manager II

Location

Augusta, ME | United States

Job description

MAINE IT

AGENCY INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER - ACTING CAPACITY

Opening Date: February 26, 2024

Closing Date:  March 11, 2024

Job Class Code: MH 31

Grade: 31

Salary: $79,782.56 - $108,657.12/Annually (includes 10% recruitment stipend)

Position Number: 004250773

ABOUT THE JOB DETAILS: 

Hybrid Work Opportunity – This position has the potential to work from home as much as 90% of the time with management approval.

The role of the Agency Information Security Officer is to provide consultative, professional advice and expertise about security issues to agency and executive management; is the agency subject matter expert on information security matters. The position will work with agencies and MaineIT divisions to identify, assess, prevent, protect, and mitigate information security risks, threats, and vulnerabilities to safeguard business operations. This individual will serve as a central point of contact on security related matters for agencies to assist in their strategic planning, operational needs, incident response operations, and regulatory compliance efforts.  

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

As the Agency Information Security Officer, you will:

• Partner with agencies and MaineIT to fortify the state's security posture;
• Exercise independent judgment on critical information security matters related to the supported agency’s operations, technological resources, policies, and inter-agency relationships;
• Collaborate with other sections of the Information Security Office for the furtherance of the State of Maine Information Security Program Plan;
• Work with various stakeholders to synchronize security operations with business goals and objectives as an extension of the Chief Information Security Officer and the Information Security Office; and
• Act as an intermediary for the escalation of cybersecurity issues to ensure they are addressed in a timely and efficient manner.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proactive: Uses time effectively and makes sound decisions independently;
• Collaborative: Builds coalitions among supported agencies for efficient information security program management;
• Expertise: Subject matter expertise or the capacity to become an expert in the role's essential functions; and
• Versatility: Dynamic individual capable of balancing information security, agency business functions, and statewide risk.

WHAT MAKES THIS JOB UNIQUE?

• Make a difference. The sheer breadth of this position’s responsibilities impacts the trajectory of information security in the State of Maine;
• Show your strength. Opportunity to do stimulating work you are skilled at and trained to do; success here will be a testament to your abilities;
• Continue to develop as a security professional. You do not have to match all the listed qualities and skills exactly to be considered for this role. In fact, we expect you to learn some of these on the job;
• Experience working in state government as part of a large IT enterprise.

WHY WILL YOU LOVE IT HERE?

If you are seeking a culture that supports growth, fosters success, and wants to play a key role in maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of State of Maine data and systems, then MaineIT is where you need to be! With the MaineIT, Information Security Office you can expect:

• Immersion in rapidly evolving issues of state government and the vibe of a fast-moving and growing organization full of opportunity.
• Opportunity to work with talented peers.
• Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects.
• Competitive compensation with a benefits package and opportunity to pursue career growth.
• Emphasis on work-life balance and public service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Self-motivated leader with 5 to 7 years of experience in a leadership role, information security, relationship management, and cross-functional goal achievement;
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field. Four years of direct experience with information security consultancy may be used in lieu of a degree.;
• Expertise working with Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and Organizations as established by the National Institute of Standards and Technology; and
• Ability to pass required background checks.
• While not mandatory, experience with regulatory compliance requirements of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (i.e., HIPAA Security Rule ) and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (i.e., Minimum Acceptable Risk Safeguards for Exchanges (MARS-E)) is preferred.

The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass the required background checks as a condition of employment.

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:

The Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS) Office of Information Technology (MaineIT) provides information technology support to over 13,000 employees.MaineIT oversees large-scale enterprise applications that support the critical and diverse business needs of the State of Maine and its agencies.

MaineIT is seeking a highly talented individual who will represent our C.A.R.E. values in all that they do.At MaineIT we:

• Practice Customer-focus, ensuring that our customers are heard, and their needs are met.
• Hold ourselves to a high level of Accountability by being transparent with our stakeholders.
• Maintain an effective level of Responsiveness by providing timely updates in a proactive manner.
• Strive to provide Empathy driven, people-focused services by applying emotional intelligence skills and behaviors.

BENEFITS:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: 

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. 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 ($10,150.80-$11,942.16 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costsfor 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 ($350.40 annual value). 

• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 18.21%of payto 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 leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks 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. 
• Learn aboutadditional wellness benefitsfor State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. 

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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