Information Security Officer Job at Sul Ross State University
Required
Associates degree, an equivalent technical degree/certification or evidence of progress towards completion of a degree and/or technical certification. Experience as a security or technology technician in a complex technology environment.
Any qualifications to be considered in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director
Any qualifications to be considered in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree with documented level of security training or industry certification.
Experience in an information security role, prior experience as a network server, database, and/or application administrator.
Must have knowledge of authoritative standards, guidelines, and best practices relative to information security.
Experience in an information security role, prior experience as a network server, database, and/or application administrator.
Must have knowledge of authoritative standards, guidelines, and best practices relative to information security.
Primary Responsibilities
This posting will be used to fill one (1) vacancy. Please see working conditions for more information on position location.
Summary
The Information Security Officer develops, implements, and maintains a clear and comprehensive Information Security Plan that incorporates and is not limited to: Security Policy and Compliance, Security Awareness, Security Risk Assessment and Mitigation, Security Incident Response, and Information Assurance with respect to Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity. Responsible for the Information Security Plan for all Sul Ross State University campuses.
Duties
Summary
The Information Security Officer develops, implements, and maintains a clear and comprehensive Information Security Plan that incorporates and is not limited to: Security Policy and Compliance, Security Awareness, Security Risk Assessment and Mitigation, Security Incident Response, and Information Assurance with respect to Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity. Responsible for the Information Security Plan for all Sul Ross State University campuses.
Duties
- Developing, recommending, and maintaining an institution-wide information security plan as required by §2054.133, Texas Government Code.
- Developing, recommending, and maintaining information security policies and procedures that address the requirements of TAC 202 and the institution’s information security risks.
- Working with business and technical resources to ensure that controls are utilized to address all applicable requirements of TAC 202 and the institution’s information security risks.
- Providing guidance and assistance to senior institution of higher education officials, information owners, information custodians, and end users concerning their responsibilities under TAC 202.
- Ensuring that annual information security risk assessments are performed and documented by information owners.
- Reviewing the institution’s inventory of information systems and related ownership and responsibilities.
- Developing and recommending policies and establishing procedures and practices, in cooperation
- with information owners and custodians, necessary to ensure the security of information and
- information resources against unauthorized or accidental modification, destruction, or disclosure.
- Coordinating the review of the data security requirements, specifications, and, if applicable, third party risk assessment of any new computer applications or services that receive1 maintain; and/or share confidential data.
- Verifying that security requirements are identified and risk mitigation plans are developed and contractually agreed upon and obligated prior to the purchase of information technology hardware, software, and systems development services for any new high impact computer applications or computer applications that receive1 maintain, and/or share confidential data.
- Reporting, at least annually, to the state institution of higher education head the status and effectiveness of security controls.
- Informing head of the state institution or the CIO in the event of noncompliance with TAC 202 and/or with the institution1s information security policies.
- Promoting and implementing a variety of educational programs and resources to enhance the security awareness, knowledge, and consciousness of all user constituencies.
- Overseeing an ongoing risk assessment program that assures periodic evaluation of information resources (both centrally and departmentally managed) with respect to current and emerging security threats.
- Developing and implementing appropriate protocols for managing, escalating, and documenting security incidents.
- Collaborating in the development and maintenance of appropriate disaster recovery and business continuity plans to assure acceptable information availability and protection.
- Developing, analyzing, and maintaining metrics, reports, and records associated with security policy violations, breaches, and similar incidents.
- Pro-actively participating in security and technology groups and associations, both internal and external to the university, and pursuing other professional development activities as necessary to enhance professional knowledge and competencies.
- Using elevated access privileges in an ethical and professional manner with appropriate regard for privacy and confidentiality.
- Showing responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others; must always exercise due caution and practice safe work habits.
- Performs additional job-related duties and responsibilities as requested.
Skills
- Demonstrable analytical and computer skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to relate to individuals in a multicultural environment.
- Ability to organize and work effectively with an understanding of organizational policies and procedures.
- Proficient in communicating technical concepts and issues with both technical and non-technical individuals.
- Capable of establishing effective work relationships with faculty, staff, and students.
- Knowledge of standards, guidelines, and best practices relative to information security.
Supervision
Received: Reports to the Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Given: to Information Security Specialist
Working Conditions
Position is based in Alpine, Texas; some travel to college campuses located in Del Rio, Uvalde, and Eagle Pass, Texas required. May be required to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Exempt from overtime provisions. Position is security sensitive.
Other Information
Texas Law requires a 60 day waiting period before new state employees are eligible to enroll in health insurance.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at
https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/
The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing
stulife@sulross.edu
About SRSU
Sul Ross State University Alpine Campus is in the Scenic Davis Mountains of West Texas, is a member of the Texas State University System, is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees, and has an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students of campus in Alpine, Texas. At an elevation of 4,480 feet, and on the periphery of the Chihuahuan Desert, Alpine enjoys mild winters and cool summers. Davis Mountains State Park, Fort Davis National Historic Site, Big Bend National Park, and Guadalupe Mountains National Park are all within one to three hours driving distance from Alpine.
The SRSU campuses in Del Rio, Eagle Pass, and Uvalde comprise Rio Grande College. RGC offers upper-level courses leading to bachelor’s degrees as well as master’s degree programs and works closely with its partner institution, Southwest Texas Junior College, to provide a seamless transition to RGC for their students. All RGC students hold an Associate degree from an accredited institution or they have completed 42 semester credit hours of transferrable work.
More information is available regarding Sul Ross State University and position openings See
http://www.sulross.edu our website.
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