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Chief Security Officer

Monterey County

Post Date

July 13, 2026

Closing Date

July 27, 2026

Salary

$178,630 - $243,963/year

Description

Join our team at the County of Monterey, Information Technology Department (ITD) and be part of a forward-thinking organization that leverages cutting-edgetechnology and values expertise and innovation. If you are a dedicated IT professional with a desire to do meaningful work to serve our communities, we encourageyou to apply.

Benefits

California-based hybrid workplace
Innovative and collaborative work culture
Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental and vision
Retirement pension and savings plans
Generous paid leave package, including 13 paid holidays
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Employee wellness program

Position Available

The ITD Information Security Division plays a pivotal role in ensuring the availability and integrity of County data. Our dedicated team vigilantly monitors informationassets for any signs of compromise, employing state-of-the-art techniques and technologies, to detect and respond to potential threats. In the event of securityincidents, we employ robust strategies to restore assets promptly, minimizing disruptions to County operations and ensuring continuity of essential services. Throughcollaborative partnerships and continuous education initiatives, we empower County departments to stay ahead of evolving threats and effectively manage securityrisks.

The Chief Security Officer (CSO) reports directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and is responsible for leading the County’s information security operations andsupervising a team of security engineers. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative security technology leader that can successfully navigate a matrixed environmentwith both an internal team and departmental security officers. In addition, the successful candidate will possess deep knowledge and experience in both on premiseand cloud based security technology and will be able to enhance awareness and proactively strengthen our security posture.

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To apply and view the full job announcements visit the Monterey County website: https://comry.us/ChiefSecurityOfficer

In order to be considered, you must submit the required application materials. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, or other correspondence will not be acceptedin lieu of the required application materials.

EOE

Qualifications

Thorough Knowledge of: Principles and methods used in the analysis and development of information security systems and procedures. Principles of managementand supervision. Currently accepted information security standards, guidelines and theories. Computer technology. Information technology equipment operation,capacity and capability. Analytical techniques relating to the assessment of business needs and the generation of management decision making information.Information technology security practices. Current information security regulations, including Federal Information Security Management Act, Federal Risk andAuthorization Management Program, Federal Information Processing Standar, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Health Insurance Portability andAccountability Act, Personally Identifiable Information, and Protected Health Information, and various other laws, regulations and statutes. Hacker tools andtechniques used to gain unauthorized access to computer systems.

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