INFORMATION SERVICES DEPUTY PROGRAM DIR - 37010253 (Working Title: Information Security Manager)

Requisition No: 823348 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: INFORMATION SERVICES DEPUTY PROGRAM DIR - 37010253 (Working Title: Information Security Manager)

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 37010253 

Salary:  $90,000 - $100,000 

Posting Closing Date: 03/05/2024 

Total Compensation Estimator Tool

 

 

Information Services Deputy Program Director

(Working Title: Information Security Manager)

 

State of Florida

 

Department of Environmental Protection

 

OPEN COMPETITIVE

 

Our Organization and Mission:

 

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship – protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem. 

 

 

The Work You Will Do:

 

DEP’s Office of Technology and Information Services (OTIS) is currently seeking an Information Services Deputy Program Director.  The working title for this position is Information Security Manager. 

 

This position is responsible for the oversight and management of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's information security process. This position plays a critical role in protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the Department's data and systems, ensuring compliance with relevant statutory, regulatory, and industry best practices.

 

The incumbent of this position will represent OTIS and must be helpful, cooperative, polite, respectful, and courteous at all times in the interactions with customers.  

 

 

The Difference You Will Make:

 

DEP relies heavily on science and technology in order to meet its mission and continually advances modern methods, platforms and innovations for this purpose. Examples at DEP include an application architecture leveraging Azure Kubernetes, a cloud-based server infrastructure, an industry leading data analytics platform, and an advanced security management solution.

 

 

How You Will Grow:

 

DEP encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly. OTIS has an extensive training program, including courses and certifications, that provide staff with the ability to build upon existing skills and remain current on job-related information technologies.  Examples of certifications you could earn include, but are not limited to:

 

• CompTIA A+, Security+, Network+
• Cisco CCNA, CISSP
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• Certified Information Security Manager
• PMP®; ScrumMaster
• GISP® (Certified GIS Professional)
• Microsoft Certified DevOps Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect
• Oracle Certified Professional
• Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM)
• Florida Certified Contract Negotiator (FCCN)

 

 

Where You Will Work:

 

This position is in Florida’s capital city, Tallahassee, which is lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads.  Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend that combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as a community college and state government, Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

 

This is an on-site position.

 

 

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

 

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

 

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

 

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

 

 

Pay: $90,000 - $100,000

 

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

 

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

 

• Provide oversight of information security team that are aligned with rules 60GG, F.A.C. and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cyber Security Framework.
• Partner strategically with other internal teams and agency stakeholders to design, adopt, and integrate appropriate controls, deliver consistent processes and solutions, and promote control automation.
• Assess user access, network design, IT systems, and applications to identify potential security risks and determine how to best address these threats.
• Develop and execute a forward-looking security strategy aligned with our agency goals. 
• Establish and enforce information security policies and procedures. 
• Ensure adherence to relevant statutory, regulatory, and industry standards. 
• Lead responses to security incidents, minimizing their impact, and enhancing our incident response procedures. 
• Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks to protect our assets. 
• Assess and manage the security posture of third-party vendors and partners. 
• Evaluate and implement security technologies to protect our infrastructure. 
• Educate employees across the agency on security awareness and best practices. 
• Provide regular security updates and communicate key performance indicators to relevant stakeholders and leadership. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Attendance is an essential function of the position.

 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

• Experience in and understanding of security frameworks, standards, and regulations
• Ability to create and execute an effective incident response plan, including incident detection, analysis, and containment 
• Demonstrate strong relationship and interpersonal skills in working with staff and vendor community 
• Ability to develop and deliver security awareness training programs for staff at all levels 
• Ability to manage security projects, including planning, budgeting, and execution 
• Understand the importance of team dynamics, team building and group motivation 
• Ability to handle sensitive information in a discreet manner, respecting confidentiality 
• Possess an effective and collaborative management style that incorporates organizational, analytical and decision-making skills
• Demonstrate effective project and staff management skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and track progress on numerous projects simultaneously
• Capacity to organize work within established time frames for which progress is continuously assessed 
• Knowledge of trends and directions in Information Technology 
• Ability to consult and counsel senior stakeholders (CIO, division directors, executive leadership, etc.) effectively, in non-technical terms, on issues related to the use of technology and its effective implementation within the agency
• Ability to identify high risk vulnerabilities which could be exposed by information technology security threats and weaknesses
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to translate highly technical concepts into language easily understood by management and end users; ability to understand complex business requirements and recommend technology solutions that can address needs in an innovative, effective and efficient manner 
• Ability to travel
• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license

 

 

Required or Preferred Qualifications:

 

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information security or a related field from an accredited college or university is required. Any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related work experience, as described above, for a total of four years, can substitute for the required bachelor’s degree.
• A professional certification such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or CCSP must be obtained within the first 12 months.

 

Other Job-Related Requirements for this Position:

 

POSITION OF SPECIAL TRUST REQUIREMENT:

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S.  No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.  

 

 

 

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

 

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

 

HR_ER@dep.state.fl.us

 

 

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.