Multnomah County · 2 hours ago
Chief Information Security Officer
Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$128K/yr - $206K/yr
6+ years expMultnomah County is seeking a visionary Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) who understands that security is a human endeavor powered and protected by cutting-edge technology. In this role, you will serve as the strategic link between technical security frameworks and human-centric engagement, overseeing the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of information systems while championing a culture of security across the County.
Government
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Cole Whitehurst
Responsibilities
Build a culture where security is a shared responsibility
Oversee sophisticated threat-hunting operations to neutralize adversaries before they reach the perimeter
Act as a high-profile advocate for security interests to both technical teams and executive leadership
Lead the charge in integrating AI-driven security tools and leverage automation to eliminate alert fatigue
Direct high-stakes incident response with calm, clinical precision
Spearhead immersive, behavioral-based training programs that empower employees to be our strongest line of defense
Act as a trusted liaison between the technical security and engineering teams, Senior Executives, and Elected Officials/Board of Commissioners
Develop and oversee robust Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) initiatives to ensure all technology vendors meet the County's rigorous security and privacy standards by design
Negotiate and maintain cyber insurance policies
Maintain composure under pressure with deep experience leading digital forensics
Align security with County goals and technology strategic plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Public Administration, or a related field (qualifying professional-level experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.)
Six (6) years focused on managing information security in a complex, matrixed environment
Advanced experience in building, executing, and overseeing enterprise-level information security programs, including budgetary planning and large-scale programmatic oversight
Experience managing and professional development of an experienced team of direct reports (5)
Experience with Federal and State security legislation (e.g., HIPAA, CJIS, PII, PCI) and the implementation of strategic frameworks (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO/IEC 27001, or CIS Controls)
Expert-level understanding of secure software development lifecycles (DevSecOps), artificial intelligence, data governance, and enterprise application integrity
Experience implementing IAM or Zero Trust Architecture in complex government and regulatory environments
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) authorization is required prior to the start of this position, which includes a records check and fingerprinting upon acceptance of the employment offer
A cover letter that expands on your resume, addresses why you are interested in this position and demonstrates how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed
A completed online application
A resume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, a brief summary of your responsibilities, the number of employees under your supervision
Preferred
Experience working in the public sector or another highly regulated industry, such as healthcare or finance
Active involvement in MS-ISAC or other national information security organizations
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Cloud platform specific professional certifications, e.g. Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, AWS etc
Company
Multnomah County
At Multnomah County, our organization’s top priority is to meet the many needs of our residents.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cora Bell
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Ahmed AL ZUBIDI
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