Director of Information Security

Reporting to the chief information officer (CIO), the director of information security is responsible for the strategic and operational direction of Colby’s information security program. The director works collaboratively with campus leadership and stakeholder groups to build shared ownership of information security across the institution. The position develops and maintains programs including information security policy and standards; information security awareness and training; information security incident response and management; risk assessment and management; and information security-related information technology (IT) architecture. The director of information security demonstrates a commitment to ensure that data in all forms, as well as the systems and networks used to transmit, store, and provide access to it are designed, configured, and operated in a manner that ensures security, integrity, privacy, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our college.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the College’s information security program

• Establish and maintain information security programs in collaboration with the campus community including policy and standards

• Provide information security awareness and training; incident response and management; risk assessment and management; and relevant IT architecture to ensure the security of all sensitive data collected, processed, stored, and transmitted

• Develop and maintain the campus information security roadmap for ensuring the security of technology services, computer systems, data networks, and data

• Conduct and review ongoing vulnerability assessments of IT systems and coordinate periodic information security assessments at an organizational level

• Develop, maintain, and review security configuration data on firewalls and related security software and/or services

• Inspect system, network log, and event data for integrity and anomalies

• As a member of the ITS management team, participate in strategic planning and development of goals and objectives

• Collaborate with ITS staff to track and implement information security initiatives

• Facilitate the communication of policies, practices, and awareness to the College community

• Manage and coordinate incident response procedures to track and address information, system and network security incidents, alleged policy violations, and external requests or complaints

• Assist in vendor and/or product assessments to evaluate information security risks

• Serve as liaison to federal, state, local and professional organizations in collaboration with risk management and the College’s Department of Security

• Coordinate with the Office of General Counsel to ensure that information technology practices and policies are compliant with applicable standards and laws

• Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in education and experience; degree in a technology related field preferred

• Minimum five years of relevant experience in information security or related field

• Experience working in higher education preferred

• Experience presenting complex security concepts to a variety of audiences or groups (e.g. end-user training, security conference presentations, executive-level briefings)

• Familiarity with information security and data breach law, standards; and federal, state, and local regulations including PCI, FERPA, HIPAA, and NIST 800 series

• Knowledge of network and authentication protocols, encryption types, and information security technologies

• Experience with data networking, VPN, next-generation firewalls, network access controls, security information and event management (SIEM), authentication protocols, data encryption, and other relevant technologies

• CISSP, GIAC or similar certification(s) preferred

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, establish priorities, and work collaboratively as a member of a diverse community

• Collaborative, constructive, and positive approach to work

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including strong relationship skills

• Attention to detail in both completion of work and documenting work products

• Effective time management practices, applied in a fast-paced environment

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
This position has frequent and direct contact with ITS peers and colleagues, administrative and academic personnel, and third parties such as vendor and consulting contacts.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary. 

TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply Now" button on the Colby College website. Please submit a letter of interest including salary requirements, resume, and the contact information of three professional or academic references. Materials should be addressed to:

Director of Information Security - Search Committee
Office of Human Resources
Colby College
5500 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901-8855

If you experience difficulty uploading your documents, you may submit any .doc or .pdf materials to hr@colby.edu. Please do not submit duplicate materials.