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Description

SUMMARY: Under direct supervision of the Director of IT and Administrative Services works with IT and other groups to development, implement, and maintain comprehensive security policies, procedures, and guidelines; facilitates risk assessment and works to raise risk awareness. This position requires supervisory responsibility.

Annual Range

$117,499.82 - $182,280.80 per year

SIGN-ON BONUS!

$250 sign-on bonus after the completion of 90 days of employment at IRC with work performance in good standing.
$500 sign-on bonus after the completion of 6 months of employment at IRC with work performance in good standing.
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Generous Benefits Package And Employee Perks

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Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Researches, analyzes, and stays current with emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
Ability to plan, develop, establish, monitor, and maintain system security strategies. Recommends proactive measures and mitigation strategies.
Knowledge of principles and practices of information security, and pertinent laws related to information security. Ensures compliance with relevant data protection and privacy laws.
Evaluates and recommends security related products and services.
Knowledge of principles and practices of training. Provides security awareness training and guidance.
Monitors network and system activity to identify and respond to potential security incidents and breaches. Conducts regular security assessments and scans.
Conduct security assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing. Assists in the design and implementation of security solutions.
Generates and maintains documentation related to IT security. Ability to prepare reports and maintain accurate records and files.
Ability to analyze and resolve problems and use good judgment.
Abide by strict confidentiality requirements of IRC clients, staff, and operational data.
Develop, lead, and manage IT projects. Set priorities for the staff.
Accurately communicate pertinent information to staff in a timely manner.
Participate in the recruitment, interviewing, and hiring process for direct reports, assign work, review progress, and evaluate performance.
Conduct performance evaluations for unit staff annually. Ensure employees are in compliance with company policies. Provide constructive feedback and goal-setting during evaluation meeting with employee. Identify training and development needs based on evaluation outcomes.
Maintain competency and enhance professional growth of IT staff.
Responsible for compliance with the agency's Injury and Illness Prevention Plan to include at least two safety training programs per year, periodic inspections of the workplace and reporting hazards and accidents to the Human Resources Manager.
Use office equipment appropriately and keep it in good repair. Keep work area neat and orderly. Observe all safety rules.
Work cooperatively and effectively with others. Ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Perform as a member of the team, answer questions, share expertise and contribute to the harmony of the team.
Handle change well and be flexible and adaptable in dealing with interruptions, new priorities and new assignments.
Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Keep manager informed of pending work, work in progress and problems encountered.
Utilize agency’s IT systems as assigned, maintaining security and following agency’s protocol and procedures, rules, and requirements.
Attend training sessions as required.
Comply with and ensure program compliance with agency’s Personnel Policies and Procedures.
Perform different or additional work as assigned. Assists with special projects as needed.

Minimum Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or computer science or related field from a regionally accredited school and two years of experience in a similar position. Master’s Degree is highly desired.
Certification in CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar is preferred.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of evaluating information security requirements and developing solutions; Security technologies and tools, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, encryption, and authentication mechanisms; Backup and recovery processes; Risk assessment methods and technologies; and Principles of customer services.
Previous Regional Center or similar industry experience is highly preferred. Ability to handle change well and be flexible and adaptable in dealing with interruptions, new priorities, and new assignments.
Exceptional communication skills.
Ability to work independently and reliably.
Knowledge of, or ability to quickly acquire, familiarity with the roles and function of the assigned department.
Full use of an automobile, possession of a valid California driver's license and automobile liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law, or the ability to provide independent transportation. Must have and maintain a safe driving record.

We are proud to be an EEO employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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