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Job Summary:
The State Bar of California is responsible for licensing and regulating attorneys and supporting access to the legal system. They are seeking a Director of IT Operations and Security to provide strategic and operational leadership for their technology infrastructure, networking, end-user support services, and cybersecurity programs, ensuring reliable and secure IT services that align with organizational goals.
Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for IT operations, infrastructure, and security to support the State Bar’s mission and business objectives.
• Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership and staff by providing assessments, analysis, and policy guidance on technology strategy, operational risks, security matters, and other technology issues to influence decisions that impact organizational success.
• Contribute to IT strategic planning and organizational business continuity efforts, aligning operational initiatives with long-term goals.
• Lead, mentor, and develop IT operations teams, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee and ensure the effective delivery of IT services, including end-user support, service desk operations, and incident management to maintain high user satisfaction.
• Direct the planning, implementation, and optimization of technology infrastructure, leveraging advancements in cloud and emerging technologies to deliver reliable, scalable, and modern solutions that align with organizational needs.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies that enhance operational efficiency, security posture, and organizational capabilities.
• Ensure the security and availability of the State Bar’s information systems by establishing and enforcing robust cybersecurity strategies, policies, and standards.
• Provide executive oversight of risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response to protect the organization from cybersecurity threats.
• Ensure compliance with applicable data security, privacy regulations, and organizational policies through effective governance frameworks and controls.
• Oversee asset management and lifecycle planning for hardware and software to ensure compliance with procurement policies and effective utilization of resources.
• Develop, manage, and monitor operational and security budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources while delivering high-quality services.
• Establish and oversee performance metrics, controls, and processes to ensure effective management of IT operations and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal audit, compliance, and risk management teams to address security and operational requirements proactively.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with State Bar offices to understand business needs and deliver technology solutions that advance organizational goals.
• Oversee vendor and service provider relationships to ensure optimal delivery of outsourced services.
• May act on behalf of the Chief Information Officer in their absence, when directed.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in a field Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field that develops skills related to essential duties or equivalent academic achievement.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in IT operations and security, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Preferred:
• Master’s degree is preferred and may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Company:
The State Bar of California’s mission is to protect the public and includes the primary functions of licensing, regulation and discipline of attorneys; the advancement of the ethical and competent practice of law; and support of efforts for greater access to, and inclusion in, the legal system. Founded in 1927, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a team of 501-1000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage. State Bar of California has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships.
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