Cybersecurity Lead - Sacramento, CA (Hybrid) - Contract

Job Title : Cybersecurity Lead

Location : Sacramento, CA Hybrid

Duration : 12 Months

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cal-Secure Roadmap Compliance:
  • Thoroughly understand the CDT Cal-Secure roadmap, including its requirements, timelines, and best practices.
  • Conduct workshops with division representatives and security team for cross-divisional collaboration through discovery, define, design, develop and deploy phases to achieve Cal-Secure compliance
  • Conduct gap analyses to assess the client's current security posture against the Cal-Secure requirements.
  • Develop and implement remediation plans to address identified gaps and ensure compliance.
  • Monitor the client's progress towards Cal-Secure compliance and provide regular status reports.
• Security Assessment and Planning:
  • Assist with the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and standards in alignment with Cal-Secure.
  • Assist in the design and implementation of security architectures and solutions.
  • Contribute to the development of the client's cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Collaborate effectively with various teams across IT to ensure successful implementation of security measures.
  • Communicate complex security concepts and requirements to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Monitoring and Incident Response:
  • Stay abreast of emerging security threats and vulnerabilities relevant to Caltrans.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years of experience in information security, with a focus on compliance and risk management.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS controls.
• Familiarity with California state cybersecurity regulations and initiatives.
• Understanding of network topologies, protocols, and security technologies (e.g., firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communications skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with California government agencies or in the transportation sector.
• Knowledgeable and experienced working with Federal and State programs and organizations.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CRISC.
• Knowledge of cloud security and data privacy regulations is beneficial.

Education, Certification, Training & Experience:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

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