Information Security Director jobs in Levittown, NY
Information Security Director establishes and administers the overall strategies and procedures for the information security function. Develops and implements information security and disaster recovery programs in accordance with organizational information security standards. Being an Information Security Director evaluates information risk on a regular time schedule and promotes information security awareness within the organization. Requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Additionally, Information Security Director typically reports to top management. The Information Security Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be an Information Security Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Director of Information Security
- Hofstra University
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Hempstead, NY
FULL_TIME
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Position Details
Position InformationAbout HofstraHofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it’s a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at Hofstra. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus! Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.
Position TitleDirector of Information Security
Position Number896570
School/DivisionITS Information Security (division)
DepartmentITS Information Security
Full-Time or Part-TimeFull-Time
DescriptionReporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Director of Information Security is a member of the ITS senior leadership team and works closely with the campus community, including academic and administrative departments. The Director is an advocate for the University’s information security needs and is responsible for the development and delivery of a comprehensive information security strategy to optimize the information security posture of the University.
The Director leads the development and implementation of a security program that leverages collaborations and campus-wide resources, facilitates information security governance, advises senior leadership on security direction and resource investments, and designs appropriate policies to manage information security risk. The complexity of this position requires a leadership approach that is engaging, imaginative, and collaborative, with a sophisticated ability to work with other leaders to set the best balance between security strategies and other priorities at the campus level.
Information Security Program Leadership- Responsible for the strategic leadership of the University’s information security program.
- Provide guidance and counsel to the CIO and key members of the University’s leadership team, working closely with senior administration, academic leaders, and the campus community in defining objectives for information security, while building relationships and goodwill.
- Manage institutional information security governance processes.
- Lead information security planning to establish an inclusive and comprehensive information security program for the entire institution in support of academic, research, and administrative information systems and technology.
- Establish annual and long-range security and compliance goals, define security strategies, metrics, reporting mechanisms and program services, and create maturity models and a roadmap for continual program improvements.
- Stay current with information security issues and regulatory changes affecting higher education at the state, national, and global levels. Participate in policy and practice discussions and communicate to campus on a regular basis about those topics. Engage in professional development to maintain continual growth in professional skills and knowledge essential to the position.
- Provide leadership philosophy for the ITS Information Security team (currently two staff, in addition to the director), create and maintaining strong working relationships with other teams, build respect for the contributions of all and bring groups together to share information and resources and create better decisions, policies, and practices for the University.
- Provide mentorship to Information Security team members and implement professional development plans for all members of the team.
- Special projects and other duties as assigned.
Policy, Compliance, and Audit- Participate in the development and implementation of effective and reasonable policies and practices to secure protected and sensitive data and ensure information security and compliance with relevant legislation and legal interpretation.
- Lead efforts to internally assess, evaluate and make recommendations to management regarding the adequacy of the security controls for the University’s information and technology systems.
- Work with Internal Audit, outside auditors, and other consultants as appropriate to complete security assessments and audits.
- Coordinate and track all information technology and security related audits including scope of audits, units involved, timelines, participants, and outcomes. Work with auditors as appropriate to keep audit focus in scope, maintain excellent relationships with audit entities and provide a consistent perspective that continually puts the institution in its best light. Provide guidance, evaluation, and advocacy on audit responses.
- Work with University leadership and relevant responsible compliance department leadership to build cohesive security and compliance programs for the University to effectively address applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
Outreach, Education, and Training- Work closely with other ITS leaders, technical experts, and academic and administrative leaders across campus on a wide variety of security issues that require an in-depth understanding of the IT environment in their units, as well as the research landscape and regulations that pertain to their unit’s research areas.
- Create education and awareness programs and advise academic and administrative units at on security issues, best practices, and vulnerabilities.
- Work with campus groups to build awareness and a sense of common purpose around information security.
- Pursue student security initiatives to address unique needs in protecting identity theft, mobile social media security, and online reputation program.
Risk Management and Incident Response- Keep abreast of security incidents and act as primary control point during significant information security incidents. Convene a Security Incident Response Team (SIRT) as needed, or requested, in addressing and investigating security incidences that arise.
- Develop, implement, and administer technical security standards, as well as a suite of security services and tools to address and mitigate security risk.
- Provide leadership, direction, and guidance in assessing and evaluating information security risks and monitor compliance with security standards and appropriate policies.
- Examine impacts of new technologies on the University’s overall information security. Establish processes to review implementation of new technologies to ensure security compliance.
Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum five years of full-time professional experience in information technology, including evidence of successful and progressively responsible roles in information security or related area (including growth in levels of responsibility, complexity of work, numbers, and sophistication of employees) related to the essential responsibilities listed.
- Demonstrated fluency in written and spoken English with the sophistication necessary to effectively communicate technical details to both technical and non-technical individuals.
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to carry out the essential responsibilities listed with humility, grace, and optimism.
- Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the academic, cultural, and social diversity in the Hofstra University community.
Preferred Qualifications- Advanced degree in computer science, computer engineering, information security, or related field strongly preferred.
- One or more relevant professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM/A, etc.) strongly preferred.
- Experience with state and federal information security regulatory requirements (GLBA, FERPA, HIPAA, etc.) and other compliance requirements (PCI, etc.).
- Knowledge of and experience applying industry-standard IT security frameworks (NIST, IHECF, etc.).
- Significant experience in computing and information security, network security issues, and security incident response and recovery in a higher education environment.
- Significant experience in communicating information security principles and concepts to non-technical stakeholders, and success in improving cybersecurity awareness in a higher education environment.
- Working knowledge of the information security policy and regulatory environment of information security, particularly in higher education.
- Demonstrated experience and success in advising and collaborating with key stakeholders relevant to the essential responsibilities listed, including senior leadership, Internal Audit, outside auditors, and consultants.
- Professional experience in a leadership role in a higher education institution.
Special Instructions
DeadlineOpen Until Filled
Date Posted09/18/2023
EEO StatementHofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.
Salary/Salary Range$160,000 - $170,000
Additional InformationHofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
- Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.
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- Hanover Community Bank
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- Arrow Security
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PART_TIME
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Revenue Cycle Manager
- LHH
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Farmingdale, NY
- Mid-sized healthcare network is looking for a talented Revenue Cycle Manager to join heir team. This organization is goi...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Information Security Analyst
- Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
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New York, NY
- Reporting to the Information Security Director, the Information Security Analyst works within a diverse and exciting tea...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Managing Director, Bank Operations First Line Risk
- Webster Bank
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Jericho, NY
- Job Description The First Line Control Officer’s role enables the Bank to embed dedicated risk and control professionals...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Supervisor Client Engagement (Healthcare)
- VMLY&R Health
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New York, NY
- Description Position at VMLY&R Health Who we are: At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving w...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Supervisor Client Engagement
- VMLY&R
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New York, NY
- Who we are: At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a cen...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Resident Assistant
- Broken But Not Destroyed Corp.
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Jamaica, NY
- Job Description Job Description MISSION OF BBND: Broken But Not Destroyed Corporation is a non-profit organization that ...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Revenue Cycle Manager
- Lhh
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Farmingdale, NY
- Mid-sized healthcare network is looking for a talented Revenue Cycle Manager to join heir team. This organization is goi...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Managing Director, Bank Operations First Line Risk
- Webster Bank
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Jericho, NY
- Job Description The First Line Control Officers role enables the Bank to embed dedicated risk and control professionals ...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Levittown, New York
Levittown, New York is an unincorporated area in Nassau County, New York. It can be defined in three overlapping but non-conforming ways. The most common use is Levittown as defined by the United States Postal Service Zip Code 11756. Another definition is the extent of the Levitt & Sons development built from 1947 to 1951. A third is the Census Designated Place (CDP) called Levittown as defined by the US Census Bureau.
The United States Postal Service ZIP code called Levittown, New York is 11756 and what is most commonly used to mean Levittown, New York. It does not include all the houses ...
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