UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences · 21 hours ago
Deputy Chief Information Security and Privacy Officer
Fayetteville, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$131K/yr - $171K/yr
7+ years expThe University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is a leading institution focused on education, research, and outreach. They are seeking a Deputy Chief Information Security Officer and Privacy Officer to assist in developing and implementing the university's information security and privacy strategies, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and overseeing security operations.
EducationHealth CareNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in the development and implementation of the university’s information security and privacy policies, procedures, and standards
Lead and manage the university’s security operations center (SOC) and incident response team
Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate security risks
Oversee the implementation of security controls and technologies to protect university data and systems
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to information security and privacy
Develop and deliver security awareness training programs for faculty, staff, and students
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address security and privacy concerns
Monitor and respond to security incidents and breaches, conducting investigations and coordinating remediation efforts
Prepare and present reports on the university’s security posture to senior leadership
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
At least seven years of experience in information security
At least three years in a leadership role in information security
Professional certification such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA
Demonstrated strong knowledge of information security frameworks, standards, and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) as evidenced by application materials
Experience with security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and SIEM solutions
Preferred
Master's degree in a related field
Experience working in a higher education environment
Additional certifications such as CIPT, CIPM, or CRISC
Experience with multilateral federation and contemporary Identity and Access Management architecture
Experience with cloud security and privacy
Benefits
University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
Tuition waivers for employees and their families
12 official holidays
Immediate leave accrual
A choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary
Company
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
UAMS is the state’s only comprehensive academic health center, with colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Professions and Public Health; a graduate school; a hospital; a northwest Arkansas regional campus; a statewide network of regional centers; and seven institutes: the Winthrop P.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.65MKey Investors
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesNational Cancer Institute
2023-03-16Grant· $1M
2022-08-25Grant· $3.4M
2022-06-23Grant· $1.25M
Leadership Team
Amanda George
Vice Chancellor for Finance & Chief Financial Officer
Christina Clark
Chief Operating Officer
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