Chief Information Security Officer
Listed on 2026-06-08
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, IT Consultant, IT Project Manager, Information Security
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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County’s residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
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The Prince George’s County Office of Information Technology is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Chief Information Security Officer
, (Deputy Director G) grade G35 position, in the Cybersecurity Division
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The Office of Information Technology (OIT) is seeking a highly experienced and strategic technology leader to serve as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). This executive-level management position is responsible for overseeing the County’s enterprise cybersecurity strategy, governance framework, security policies, standards, and programs to ensure information assets, systems, and technologies are protected against internal and external threats. The CISO serves as the County’s subject matter expert on cybersecurity concepts, risk management, compliance requirements, and industry standards including ISO 27000 series, SOX, GDPR, PII, PCI, and related regulatory frameworks.
The incumbent directs cybersecurity operations, security monitoring, threat assessment, incident response, cyber continuity planning, and resiliency initiatives across on-premises, cloud, and externally hosted environments supporting County applications, infrastructure, communications, endpoints, and data systems. This position develops risk-based security strategies, operational recommendations, and budget initiatives to support enterprise cybersecurity objectives and collaborates extensively with OIT technology divisions, the Office of Homeland Security, regional partners, and intergovernmental cybersecurity organizations including the COG IT Security Subcommittee and related State and regional work groups.
The position operates with considerable independence and requires exceptional leadership, sound judgment, strategic vision, and ethical conduct under the general supervision of the Chief Information Officer (CIO).
The Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides support for all of the agencies, departments, and branches of County government. The OIT Service Desk provides information technology support and maintenance services to Prince George’s County personnel. The Office of Information Technology is wholly dedicated to aligning technology efforts to support the strategic goals of the County. OIT will provide leadership, expertise, and resources in the Ideation, development, and deployment of innovative technologies and streamlined processes to improve government efficiency, business interaction, and citizen access to government information and services.
- Lead official for county-wide cyber and IT security strategy, policy and enforcement, Cyber office program development; develops fluid strategy and concepts regarding cyber security and data privacy.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive enterprise Cyber/IT security and risk management program.
- Lead and develop an effective and high performing Infosec team, integrated to work with the IT organization and County agencies and partners.
- Develop and recommend policies and procedures for appropriate use, and for detecting, deterring, and mitigating IT security threats; directs implementation, compliance and enforcement of enterprise-wide IT/Cyber security policy, standards and practices.
- Develop strategies for safeguarding the county's IT environment from cyber threats.
- Ensure that IT architecture and design comply with law and regulations.
- Interface with internal and external stakeholders…
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