Associate Director Information Security

University of North Florida

Jacksonville, FL, US
Base: $115,000.00 to negotiable annual; bonus/equi...
Fully remote
Information security strategic plan execution
Risk assessments and compliance testing
Security policy development and maintenance
The Associate Director provides leadership and tactical execution for the University's information security program to protect administrative, academic, and research missions

Job Summary

  • The Associate Director provides leadership and tactical execution for the University's information security program to protect administrative, academic, and research missions.
  • This role involves directing security operations including incident response, threat mitigation, and managing a Student-Led Security Operations Center.
  • The incumbent must ensure alignment with legal regulations such as FERPA and HIPAA while serving as a trusted advisor to university leadership.

Matching Summary

The Associate Director provides leadership and tactical execution for the University's information security program to protect administrative, academic, and research missions.

Salary

Base: $115,000.00 to Negotiable Annual; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Information security strategic plan execution
  • Risk assessments and compliance testing
  • Security policy development and maintenance
  • Incident response and cyberattack preparedness
  • Linux and Microsoft Windows Server security
  • ISO 17799/27002 framework knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Student-led Security Operations Center experience
  • Higher education environment background
  • Operational and capital budget management
  • Strong customer service commitment
  • Self-starter in fast-paced environments

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree plus 4+ years experience OR Bachelor's plus 6+ years
  • Experience with risk assessments and compliance testing
  • Hands-on understanding of desktop, server, application, database, and network security
  • Familiarity with change management processes related to information security
  • Background check and potential credit check required

Work Rights

Not specified

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