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Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities

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Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer in the Information Technology Unit!

AGENCY MISSION :

The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) is charged with creating more homes in Massachusetts and lowering housing costs for residents.

As the Commonwealth of Massachusetts advances its mission to enhance information technology (IT) efficiencies and effectiveness, the EOHLC Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will assess, design, deploy, monitor and continuously improve upon the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) security posture.

Working in partnership with the Commonwealth Secretariat Chief Information Officer (SCIO), the dedicated EOHLC Secretariat CISO provides strategic and tactical information security direction for the Executive office, and each of the divisions within the Secretariat.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE) :

1. Design, Deploy & Monitor :

Implements a security, governance and control framework for EOHLC.
Develops, initiates, maintains and revises security policies and procedures.
Monitors emerging technologies for potential impacts to operations and long-term strategy.
Ensures adherence to legal standards regarding information security compliance; implements and follows industry standards and best practices for security compliance; and develops reliable, efficient, and effective project development processes.
Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk.
Directs the development and implementation of corrective action plans for resolution of identified issues.
Coordinates risk management and internal audit to direct compliance issues to appropriate reviewing bodies.

3. Interagency Security Operations :

Provides strategic and tactical advice to address existing and evolving security threats.

In collaboration with Department of Revenue (DOR) Risk Management team, liaises with the Internal Revenue Services (IRS) safeguards and other governing agencies in support of periodic security assessments.

Develops communication strategies and builds professional relationships with security peers across the Commonwealth.

4. Team Management :

Exercises strong leadership, while ensuring resources are appropriate, have adequate tools and work in a cohesive and professional manner.

Ensures that staff have adequate and ongoing training and professional development.

Interfaces with executive and senior leadership and the EOTSS CISO, ensuring consistent and timeliness in basic functions and customer service.

Participates as part of HLC senior leadership in developing overall strategies and policies.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

At least 10 years of experience in information security or cyber security; with at least 5 years of exposure to various security frameworks, preferably NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology).

At least 3 years of managerial or supervisory experience in large or matrixed organizations.

Working knowledge of the NIST SP800-53 publication and ISO 27001 standard.

Knowledge with some experience in security control with monitoring in Windows, Linux, database, network, telecom and virtual network / computing environments.

Extensive background in IT and information security or cyber security.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate security and risk to all levels of the business in technical and non-technical terms.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

Certification in DoD, IAT, IAM, IASAE, CAP, CASP, CISM and / or ITIL.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS :

Applicants must have at least (A) six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least two (2) years must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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