Information Technology Security Officer

Help keep the City of Modesto's technology safe and secure We're looking for an experienced IT Security Officer to protect our network, systems, and data while leading efforts to implement new and innovative solutions. If you have a strong background in network administration, system security, and tech implementation—and a degree in computer science, business information systems, or a related field—we want to hear from you

Upcoming Salary Increases and Incentives:

110,869 - $134,677 effective 7/1/2026

2.5% Education Incentive - Bachelor's Degree

5% Education Incentive - Master's Degree

The Information Technology Security Officer is responsible for overseeing, monitoring, implementing, and supporting information system security for the City to protect the integrity of the City's networks, systems, applications, and data; for managing the design and implementation of content, information, and identity security policies and processes to protect the network, systems, and data; for coordinating IT audits and investigations; for processing public records requests; for planning and executing business continuity exercises; for coordinating activities with other divisions and departments; and for providing highly responsible technical support to the Chief Information Officer.

*This position is an in-person position with no opportunity for remote work.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received, resumes will not be screenedfor the purpose of determining who is the most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant's responsibility to fill out the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application with the words "SEE RESUME." Applicants that are the most qualified will be placed on an eligible list and invited to a selection interview with the hiring department.

**Interviews for this position will be held in-person, with no opportunity for remote or virtual interviews.

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City. The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Four years of increasingly responsible experience installing, implementing, and monitoring of communications or operating system software and hardware, performing network administration, maintaining high-end computing platforms, automated business systems, and implementing new systems.

Training:

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a computer related field, business information systems, public administration, business administration, or a related field.

License or Certificate:

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.

Additional Requirements:

Incumbents must be able to pass a P.O.S.T. level background investigation prior to appointment for clearance to work on Police Department Information Systems.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $107, $137,426.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person