University of Southern California · 8 hours ago
Information Security Officer (ITS)
United States
Contract
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$143K/yr - $178K/yr
4+ years expThe University of Southern California (USC) is advancing its cybersecurity posture and is seeking an Information Security Officer (ITS) to enhance its cybersecurity efforts. This role involves coordinating cybersecurity requirements across university departments, facilitating compliance, and contributing to the development of training programs.
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Responsibilities
Assists in the development, implementation and maintenance of the department, school and/or unit cybersecurity standards and procedures. Supports resiliency efforts in collaboration with university departments, schools and units to support response and recovery from cyber-related events
Participates in the setup and hardening of departmental information systems to protect against unauthorized access or attacks. Responsible for reviews of control effectiveness. Performs regular risk assessments
Assists in emergency procedures, in conjunction with relevant partners and existing cyber emergency plans, for handling security incidents, data breaches, and other critical situations. Assists in responding to security events, supporting incident response and contributing to investigations as required
Contributes to training and awareness programs for department, school/unit staff to foster understanding and adherence to cybersecurity protocols. Maintains professional currency (e.g., all relevant cybersecurity laws, regulations, policies)
Encourages a workplace culture where all employees are valued, value others and have the opportunity to contribute through their ideas, words and actions, in accordance with the USC Code of Ethics
Qualification
Required
4 years of experience in IT, cybersecurity and leadership roles
A bachelor's degree or combined experience and education as substitute for minimum education
Comprehensive understanding of the cybersecurity landscape (e.g., trends, risks, best practices for risk management)
Proficiency in information technology infrastructure and various cybersecurity tools and programs
Demonstrated capacity to communicate security matters to different audiences
Sound analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to make quick decisions in emergency situations
Experience with operational technology environments and security requirements to secure OT environments
Experience with security audits and compliance with industry security standards and regulations
Strong ethical standards and a solid understanding of privacy laws, confirming confidential information will be handled with integrity
Relevant professional certifications or working towards attainment (e.g., GCIH/GSEC, CISM, CISA, CISSP, CRISC)
Preferred
7 years in IT, cybersecurity and management
Leadership experience
Project management skills, with experience in planning, implementing, and overseeing security-related projects
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Demonstrated ability to lead or coordinate cybersecurity policy implementation
Familiarity with audit processes and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, FERPA)
Benefits
USC provides benefits-eligible employees with a broad range of perks to help protect their and their dependents’ health, wealth, and future.
These benefits are available as part of the overall compensation and total rewards package.
Company
University of Southern California
University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
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Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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