Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance Coordinator

About the role

The Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance Coordinator serves as the County's central point of contact for technology and electronic data security, regulatory compliance, and technology continuity and recovery planning. The position coordinates cross-department communication, supports compliance efforts, assists with risk and incident processes, and provides countywide training and education.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines
• Translate technical information into user-friendly language
• Interpret and support adherence to laws, regulations, and security standards
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with diverse individuals and groups
• Provide guidance and mentorship to colleagues on best practices and compliance requirements
• To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance Coordinator

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, or related field; and five (5) years of professional, consultative, or technical experience in the design, development, or analysis of information systems, including at least two (2) years information security business continuity or compliance responsibilities, and two (2) years in a supervisory, lead, or technical leadership capacity.
• Seven (7) years of professional, consultative, or technical experience in the design, development, or analysis of information systems, including at least two (2) years information security business continuity or compliance responsibilities, and two (2) years in a supervisory, lead, or technical leadership capacity.
• Leadership in technology projects may substitute for supervisory experience.
• Availability for assigned after hours support
• Availability during a County cybersecurity incident or County emergency
• Must obtain and maintain the PCI DSS Internal Security Assessor (ISA) certification within three (3) months of hire

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: A bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, or related field; and five (5) years of professional, consultative, or technical experience in the design, development, or analysis of information systems, including at least two (2) years information security business continuity or compliance responsibilities, and two (2) years in a supervisory, lead, or technical leadership capacity.
• Seven (7) years of professional, consultative, or technical experience in the design, development, or analysis of information systems, including at least two (2) years information security business continuity or compliance responsibilities, and two (2) years in a supervisory, lead, or technical leadership capacity.
• Leadership in technology projects may substitute for supervisory experience.

Skills

• Information systems and network administration fundamentals
• Information technology emergency management and recovery methods
• Training and development practices

Benefits

To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Cybersecurity Risk & Compliance Coordinator

Pay

$116,034.96 - $140,982.60 Salary

Schedule

Regular Hours

About the Department/Division

Washington County’s Information Technology Services (ITS) Department is a centralized organization of over 80 professionals that delivers enterprise technology solutions supporting critical County services and operations. ITS partners with departments across the County to provide reliable, secure, and future-ready technology services. The Information Security Division is a four-person team responsible for strengthening the County’s security posture by promoting security awareness and education, maintaining governance, risk, and compliance activities, leading incident response and business continuity efforts, and managing threats and vulnerabilities across County systems.

Selection Process

You can review our standard selection process here.

Our Commitment To You

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

Veterans' Preference

If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.

Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or email: Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status Of Your Application

You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.