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California State University, Office of the Chancellor · 1 day ago

Director of CSU Cyber Fusion Center

Long Beach, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$0/yr - $180K/yr

10+ years exp

California State University, Office of the Chancellor is seeking a Director of CSU Cyber Fusion Center to lead cybersecurity initiatives in support of systemwide information security programs. This role involves oversight of technical and operational functions critical to enhancing the CSU’s security programs and fostering a proactive security ecosystem across the CSU.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and mentor cybersecurity teams in advanced Threat Intelligence techniques and practices

Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with vendor partners to ensure alignment with CSU cybersecurity objectives and enhance value delivery

Facilitate and guide collaborate with systemwide CFC Steering Committee to shape cybersecurity policy, direction, and priorities

Develop and track performance metrics for CFC and vendor partners

Deploy and oversee systemwide collaboration on various cybersecurity initiatives, including incident response

Oversee the analysis of threat intelligence and security alert sources to identify emerging vulnerabilities and ensure timely response

Design regular assessments to identify gaps in compliance and develop strategies to address them

Design and execute risk assessments to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities

Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize security risks

Promote and institutionalize a culture of cybersecurity awareness by deploying additional security training and engagement initiatives across the CSU

Completion of special projects as directed

Qualification

Information security experienceInformation security certificationsRisk assessment skillsTechnical leadership experienceCybersecurity policy developmentThreat intelligence analysisVulnerability remediationCollaboration skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

A bachelor's degree in computer science or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) and specific experience in information security is required

Required ten (10) or more years' experience in information systems roles such as an information security analyst, system administrator, application developer, or network administrator

A minimum of three (3) years direct experience with application and network security

A minimum of three (3) years technical leadership experience

A minimum of seven (7) years of a combination of supervision of professional staff, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration in an information security or IT operations environment

A minimum of three (3) years direct experience researching, analyzing, and recommending complex information security solutions

A minimum of three (3) years' experience identifying, assessing, and remediating technical security vulnerabilities in an enterprise environment

Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of core information security practices and concepts including intrusion detection/ prevention, access controls, risk analysis, vulnerability scanning, threat intelligence and data encryption

Ability to lead and manage sensitive security investigations with discretion, professionalism, and adherence to confidentiality

Proven ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams, including CSU campus personnel, consultants and third-party vendors, to drive coordinated cybersecurity initiatives

Strong organizational excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are needed to work effectively with a wide variety of staff, outside consultants and vendors

Experience communicating complex security topics to both technical and non-technical audiences, including executive leadership and governance committees

Preferred

Current possession of active information security related certifications e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, GIAC etc. strongly preferred

Benefits

Outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans

Fee waiver education program

Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

15 paid holidays a year

Company

California State University, Office of the Chancellor

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The California State University is the largest system of four-year higher education in the country, with 23 campuses, 56,000 faculty and staff and 477,000 students.

Founded in 1947

Long Beach, CA, US

501-1000 employees