University of North Texas System is hiring: Director of Cybersecurity Operations

Title: Director of Cybersecurity Operations (Hybrid) Employee Classification: Director Security Operations Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration Division: 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 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 committed to excellence, curiosity, and innovation. 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, fostering an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. Department Summary System IT is a component of The University of North Texas System. The mission of System IT is to deliver customer-aligned IT solutions and services to all member institutions using an IT shared services governance model. Position Overview The Director of Cybersecurity Operations is a senior leadership position that reports to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The Director manages security services and controls delivered to the enterprise, monitors their effectiveness, manages incident response, and provides strategic and tactical support to the CISO. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a 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 of 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 and incident response processes. Strong communication skills to interact with business executives and technical professionals. Personnel management and project management skills. Knowledge of risk management principles and business continuity planning. 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. Job Duties: Manage security services and controls delivered to the enterprise. Manage the security operations center. Manage the security incident response program. Monitor the effectiveness of security controls and operations. Assess and develop mitigation plans for system security threats and risks. Serve as a cybersecurity subject matter expert. Provide consultation, advice, and training on security matters. Act as a point of first contact on incidents and security matters. Provide strategic and tactical support to the CISO. Conduct security assessments, business impact analyses, incident response exercises, and other diagnostic assessments as needed. Work Schedule: Generally M-F, 8am-5pm Security Sensitive: This is a Security Sensitive Position. EEO Statement: The University of North Texas System is committed to equal opportunity and does not permit discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr