Director of Cybersecurity Operations

1 week ago


Denton, United States University of North Texas System Full time
Title: Director of Cybersecurity Operations (Hybrid)

Employee Classification: Director Security Operations

Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration

Division: SYS-Information Technology

SubDivision-Department: SYS-Information Technology

Department: SYS-Information Technology-925000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu .

Department Summary

System IT is a component of The University of North Texas System. The mission of System IT is simple: to be the best at delivering customer-aligned IT solutions and services. Our services are provided to all member institutions using an IT shared services governance model.

System IT provides the primary technology used by all campuses to support their operations. These include: shared resources of data centers, computing hardware, software applications, network and voice communications, collaboration and productivity capabilities, central web services, risk management, and security and compliance services. As a department, we strive to provide the most professional personnel possible to serve our campus constituents.

The University of North Texas is a state employer offering great benefits, including medical, dental, life, retirement, ample paid time off, and great work/life balance.

Position Overview

The Director of Cybersecurity Operations is a senior leadership position that reports to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The Director of Cybersecurity Operations manages security services and controls delivered to the enterprise, monitors the effectiveness of security services and controls, manages security operations, manages incident response, provides subject matter expertise on security issues, acts as a first point of contact for security incidents, provides advice and consultation to the IT compliance program, and provides strategic and tactical support to the CISO.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and five (5) years of related computing work experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Deep understanding related to IT security encompassing endpoint technologies, applications, network, data center and cloud technologies
* Knowledge of industry security standards, frameworks, regulations, and best practices
* Knowledge and experience with security principles, technologies, and processes
* Knowledge of security operations
* Knowledge of incident response processes and procedures
* Strong communication skills which include the ability to communicate with business executives and technical professionals
* Personnel management skills
* Project management and planning
* Knowledge of risk management principles
* Knowledge of business continuity and disaster recovery planning
* Ability to operate computer keyboards and to install computer hardware
* Ability to assimilate, retain and utilize technical and applications-oriented information

Preferred Qualifications

CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification or ability to obtain certification within a year. Experience in higher education, government, research, or the public sector.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:
  • % - Manages security services and controls delivered to the enterprise. - (Essential)
  • % - Manages the security operations center. - (Essential)
  • % - Manages the security incident response program. - (Essential)
  • % - Monitors the effectiveness of security controls and operations. - (Essential)
  • % - Assesses and develops mitigation plans for system security threats and risks. - (Essential)
  • % - Serve as a cyber security subject matter expert. - (Essential)
  • % - Provides consultation, advice, and training on security matters. - (Essential)
  • % - Acts as a point of first contact on incidents and security matters. - (Essential)
  • % - Provides strategic and tactical support to the CISO. - (Essential)
  • % - Acts as a point of contact for audits and audit response. - (Essential)
  • % - Conducts security assessments, business impact analyses, incident response exercises, disaster recovery exercises, and other diagnostic assessments as needed. - (Essential)

Work Schedule:

Generally M-F, 8am-5pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here .

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permitand takes actions to preventdiscrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

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