What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACIO / CISO position at University of North Carolina Asheville?
ACIO / CISO
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
Posting Details
Position Information
UNC Asheville Overview
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed.
Position Type
EHRA Staff
Title
ACIO / CISO
Position Number
005069
Recruitment Range
$130,000-$140,000
Work Schedule and Hours
Typical office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, with additional hours on evenings and weekends as needed to meet the needs of the department and university.
Full-Time / Part-Time
Full-Time
Months per Year
12 Months
Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Associate Chief Information Officer/Chief Information Security Officer (ACIO/CISO) is a key member of the Information Technology Services (ITS) leadership team, providing strategic oversight in critical areas of technology infrastructure, operations, and security. This role oversees IT-related audits, ensures compliance with relevant regulatory standards and university policies, and drives continuous improvement across ITS and the university.
The ACIO/CISO is responsible for advancing a secure, resilient, and efficient IT environment by evaluating technologies, guiding infrastructure strategy, and strengthening business continuity, disaster recovery, and risk mitigation efforts.
As the university’s chief advocate for information security, the ACIO/CISO leads the maturation and integration of a comprehensive, institution-wide security strategy while maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of university information assets and managing cyber security related compliance. This role ensures that security best practices are embedded across the university’s IT landscape, mitigating risks and enabling innovation.
In the absence of the CIO, the ACIO/CISO will serve as their delegate, ensuring continuity in IT leadership and decision-making.
The ACIO/CISO is responsible for advancing a secure, resilient, and efficient IT environment by evaluating technologies, guiding infrastructure strategy, and strengthening business continuity, disaster recovery, and risk mitigation efforts.
As the university’s chief advocate for information security, the ACIO/CISO leads the maturation and integration of a comprehensive, institution-wide security strategy while maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of university information assets and managing cyber security related compliance. This role ensures that security best practices are embedded across the university’s IT landscape, mitigating risks and enabling innovation.
In the absence of the CIO, the ACIO/CISO will serve as their delegate, ensuring continuity in IT leadership and decision-making.
FLSA
Exempt
Required Education/Experience/Skills
- Master’s degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. May also consider a Bachelor’s degree with significantly equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing IT staff in a complex setting.
- Significant experience with networking, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and students.
- Proven ability to develop and implement IT strategies that align with institutional goals and industry best practices.
Preferred Education/Experience/Skills
- Seven or more years of experience managing IT staff, preferably in a higher education setting.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills.
- Experience with ERP systems, Active Directory, Google Apps, VMware, and web technologies.
- CISSP, CISM, PMP, and ITIL certifications a plus.
- A thorough understanding of IT trends and capabilities.
- Prior experience working in Higher Education.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge and experience in project planning, implementation, and management.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of constituents.
- Ability to research and assess technical options for both internal and external projects.
- Ability to work with a broad range of technical staff to ensure consistency with industry best practices.
- Ability to work independently and reliably.
- Commitment to excellent customer service.
Posting Detail Information
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
Posting Number
E0505
Posting date
04/15/2025
Closing date
05/16/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Asheville website
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Higher Ed Jobs
- really
- Inside Higher Ed
- HERC
- NC Works Online (formerly Employment Security)
- UNC System website (northcarolina.edu)
- X (formerly Twitter)
- Circa (formerly Local Job Network)
- NorthCarolinaDiversity.com
- Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Other Documents
Salary : $130,000 - $140,000
